Destroying Stuff With The AK-50

Published on December 1, 2020
Duration: 13:02

Brandon Herrera demonstrates the destructive power of his AK-50 .50 BMG rifle prototype, showcasing its performance against various targets including Pepsi cans, food, fruit, and a mini-fridge. The video also provides an in-depth look at the development of the AK-50 V2/V3, highlighting advancements in receiver design, trunnions, and recoil mitigation systems.

Quick Summary

The AK-50 is a custom .50 BMG rifle prototype by Brandon Herrera. Demonstrations show its destructive power against targets like Pepsi cans, food, and a mini-fridge. Development for V2/V3 includes a new stamped receiver, custom trunnions, and a recoil buffer system.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introducing the AK-50 V1 Prototype
  2. 00:53Testing: Pepsi Cans with AK-50
  3. 03:10AK-50 vs. Food and Fruit
  4. 05:22Mini-Fridge Penetration Test
  5. 08:11AK-50 V2/V3 Technical Development

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the AK-50?

The AK-50 is a custom-built, semi-automatic (or in prototype, single-shot) rifle chambered in .50 BMG, designed by Brandon Herrera. It aims to combine the AK platform's reliability with the immense power of the .50 BMG cartridge.

What kind of targets was the AK-50 tested against?

During the demonstration, the AK-50 was tested against rows of Pepsi cans, a bag of McDonald's cheeseburgers, several cantaloupes, and a mini-fridge containing a 2-liter soda, showcasing its destructive power.

What are the key features of the AK-50 V2/V3 development?

The V2/V3 development includes a new stamped receiver made from tube steel, custom-machined front and rear trunnions, and a specialized recoil buffer system designed to manage the .50 BMG's significant impulse.

Why was the AK-50 V1 modified for testing?

For the specific demonstration, the gas piston and system were removed from the AK-50 V1, effectively turning it into a single-shot, straight-pull bolt-action rifle to showcase the raw power of the .50 BMG round without full auto cycling.

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