50 Cal vs Fire Hydrant

This video from Edwin Sarkissian tests the bullet resistance of a cast iron sewer lid against a variety of firearms, from handguns to heavy sniper rifles. The test demonstrates that while common handgun and rifle calibers fail to penetrate, specialized .50 BMG armor-piercing rounds can easily defeat the lid. The experiment highlights the significant difference in terminal ballistics between standard ammunition and military-grade penetrators.

This video tests the penetration capabilities of a .50 Cal SLAP Tracer round against various thicknesses of mild steel, comparing it to a Hornady A-MAX. Surprisingly, the SLAP round was stopped by 1.5 inches of steel at 50 yards, despite its armor-piercing design. The Desert Tech HTI rifle was used for testing, and safety precautions for SLAP rounds were emphasized.

This video showcases the extreme impact of various firearms, culminating in the .50 BMG, on a frozen lake within a desert crater. The Serbu BFG-50A demonstrates immense power, creating significant ice disruption and water displacement compared to handguns and smaller rifles like the Uzi and AK-47. The experiment highlights the kinetic energy differences between calibers and the unique challenges of shooting in extreme environments.

This video showcases the unique visual spectacle of .50 caliber tracer rounds fired at night. The experiment highlights the challenges of observing tracer trajectories, particularly when fired vertically. Horizontal shots with a Serbu BFG-50A rifle proved more effective for visual impact, clearly demonstrating the tracer effect across the desert landscape. Safety precautions, including a reinforced bunker, were emphasized due to the powerful nature of the ammunition.

This YouTube video showcases an experiment where the barrel of a .50 BMG firearm is intentionally detonated. The title "We blew up the barrel of the 50 BMG" clearly indicates a destructive test of a powerful rifle caliber. The content likely involves the setup, execution, and aftermath of this high-energy event, providing visual and possibly some explanatory details about the forces involved in such a catastrophic failure. It appeals to viewers interested in firearm destruction, ballistics, and extreme firearm events.

This video showcases an annual machine gun test fire event featuring 66 different machine guns, plus four additional items. The demonstration includes various historical and modern firearms, some with notable hiccups due to heavy use in classes. The event is hosted by Washington County Machine Guns, a rental business near Pittsburgh, PA, catering to international customers from April to November. The video also touches upon the legal definition of a machine gun in the USA.

This video tests how many cast iron skillets are needed to stop various bullets, from .22 LR to 500 S&W Magnum. Most common handgun rounds like 9mm and .45 ACP are stopped by two skillets. Rifle rounds like 5.56mm and 7.62x39mm also require two to three skillets, while the powerful 500 S&W Magnum penetrates three and is stopped by the fourth. The .22 LR failed to penetrate even the first skillet.

This video tests the penetration capabilities of a .50 BMG rifle, specifically the Serbu BFG-50A, against a section of railroad track. Various .50 caliber rounds, including Raufoss Mk 211 API and silver tip API, were fired. While the rifle and ammunition demonstrated the ability to penetrate even the thickest parts of the rail (over 1.5 inches), bullet deflection and shifting upon impact with the dense steel were observed.

This video demonstrates launching an M67 fragmentation grenade using an X Products Can Cannon towards a distant frozen lake. The Can Cannon, firing .223 blanks, successfully propels the grenade, which detonates upon impact, creating a visible hole in the ice. The experiment highlights the launcher's capability for extreme projectile delivery in challenging outdoor conditions.

This video tests the destructive power of a .50 caliber spotter round against 1.25-inch thick bulletproof glass, comparing it to a standard FMJ round. The spotter round, designed to spark and flash, created a larger crater and more surface damage than the FMJ round, demonstrating its specialized impact characteristics. The Serbu BFG-50A rifle was used for both tests.