50 Cal vs ICE ❄

Published on February 19, 2021
Duration: 8:57

This video from Kentucky Ballistics demonstrates a unique test of .50 BMG ammunition penetration through ice. Expert Scott tests three different types of .50 BMG rounds against stacked 5-gallon buckets of ice in sub-freezing temperatures. The results show varying degrees of penetration, highlighting the power of the .50 BMG cartridge.

Quick Summary

Kentucky Ballistics expert Scott tested .50 BMG ammunition penetration against ice in 5°F weather. A 660gr FMJ and an incendiary round stopped in the third 5-gallon bucket, while a solid brass round penetrated to the fourth bucket, demonstrating significant stopping power.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro Skit
  2. 01:05Experiment Introduction
  3. 01:32Setup and Sponsorship
  4. 02:14First Shot: 660gr FMJ
  5. 04:42Second Shot: Incendiary Round
  6. 06:02Third Shot: Solid Brass Round
  7. 07:30Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

How much ice can a .50 BMG round penetrate?

In a test by Kentucky Ballistics, a .50 BMG FMJ round penetrated three 5-gallon buckets of ice. An incendiary round also stopped around the third bucket, while a solid brass round made it through to the fourth bucket.

What rifle was used in the 50 Cal vs Ice video?

The video features the Serbu BFG-50A rifle, which is a semi-automatic firearm chambered in the powerful .50 BMG caliber. It was shown with a custom American flag Cerakote finish.

What types of .50 BMG ammunition were tested against ice?

Kentucky Ballistics tested three types of .50 BMG ammunition: a 660-grain full metal jacket (FMJ) round, a blue-tip incendiary round, and a solid brass projectile. Each was fired into 5-gallon buckets filled with ice.

What were the conditions for the .50 BMG ice penetration test?

The test was conducted at the Kentucky Ballistics Gun Range in 5-degree Fahrenheit weather. The target consisted of ten 5-gallon buckets filled with frozen ice, arranged to simulate a barrier.

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