50CAL VS GRANITE

Published on September 22, 2017
Duration: 4:10

In this demonstration, Edwin Sarkissian conducts a penetration test of .50 caliber API rounds against 1-inch thick granite slabs. The setup involves spacing the slabs with wood blocks to measure individual slab penetration. The Serbu BFG-50A rifle is used with silver tip API ammunition. The test reveals the significant power of the .50 BMG round, penetrating four out of five granite slabs.

Quick Summary

Edwin Sarkissian conducted a ballistics test using a Serbu BFG-50A rifle and .50 caliber API rounds against 1-inch thick granite slabs. The setup involved spacing the slabs with wood blocks to measure individual penetration. The powerful .50 BMG round successfully penetrated four of the five granite slabs.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Setup: Granite Slab Penetration Test
  2. 00:55Firearm & Ammunition: Serbu BFG-50A with API Rounds
  3. 01:07Gear Review: Opsmen Earmor M31 Hearing Protection
  4. 01:46Shooting Procedure & Safety
  5. 02:52Impact & Results: Granite Slabs Shattered

Frequently Asked Questions

What was tested in the Edwin Sarkissian video?

Edwin Sarkissian conducted a penetration test using a Serbu BFG-50A rifle chambered in .50 BMG, firing silver tip armor-piercing incendiary (API) rounds against 1-inch thick granite slabs spaced with wood blocks.

How many granite slabs did the .50 caliber round penetrate?

The .50 caliber API round successfully penetrated four out of the five 1-inch thick granite slabs that were set up for the test. The fifth slab remained intact.

What firearm and ammunition were used in the granite penetration test?

The firearm used was a Serbu BFG-50A rifle, and the ammunition selected for the test was .50 caliber silver tip armor-piercing incendiary (API) rounds.

What safety precautions were taken during the granite penetration test?

Safety precautions included wearing Opsmen Earmor M31 electronic hearing protectors, using a plate carrier, and taking the shot from a seated position behind a vehicle to ensure a safe shooting environment.

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