Favela 2-Gun Action Challenge: Rio BOPE Madsen & Beretta 92

Published on November 24, 2023
Duration: 10:10

This video details a unique 2-gun action challenge inspired by Rio's BOPE, featuring a semi-auto Madsen LMG and a Beretta 92FS. The challenge highlights the physical demands of using heavy historical firearms in competition, including a 20lb Madsen LMG. It also showcases practical shooting skills like transitions, off-hand shooting, and one-handed pistol use, while noting potential equipment malfunctions.

Quick Summary

The BOPE-themed 2-gun action challenge utilized a semi-auto Madsen LMG (8mm Mauser) and a Beretta 92FS pistol. Modifications included a cloth handguard wrap and removed bipod on the Madsen. Challenges involved a Beretta magazine malfunction and the physical difficulty of shooting the 20lb Madsen LMG.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: BOPE 2-Gun Challenge & Gear
  2. 01:21Stage 1: Pistol to Madsen LMG Transition
  3. 02:38Stage 2: Beretta 92FS Handgun Drill & Malfunction
  4. 03:38Stage 3: Long-Range Madsen LMG Barricade Stage
  5. 07:41Stage 4: Combined Arms & One-Handed Pistol

Frequently Asked Questions

What firearms were used in the BOPE-themed 2-gun action challenge?

The challenge featured a semi-auto Madsen LMG chambered in 8mm Mauser and a Beretta 92FS pistol, with a Taurus PT92 noted as an accurate alternative for the pistol portion.

What modifications were made to the Madsen LMG for the competition?

The Madsen LMG was modified with an improvised cloth handguard wrap and had its bipod removed to better emulate the configurations used by Brazilian police units.

What challenges did the shooter face during the competition?

The shooter experienced a magazine malfunction with the Beretta 92FS and found the 20lb Madsen LMG physically taxing, especially during standing barricade shots at 100 yards.

What is unique about the Madsen LMG's manual of arms?

The Madsen LMG's manual of arms requires specific attention because simply removing the magazine does not always fully clear the weapon, as rounds can remain in the feed way.

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