My First Time Shooting The Raptor 50 BMG #gun #tactical #civtac

Published on September 8, 2023
Duration: 0:59

This video details the first firing of a custom-built Raptor 50 BMG rifle, which uses a Big Kahuna Firearms upper receiver on a standard AR-15 lower. The host emphasizes safety by remotely firing the first shot, highlighting the extreme recoil that displaces the rifle significantly. Subsequent shoulder-fired shots are described as akin to firing a cannon.

Quick Summary

The Raptor 50 BMG is a custom upper receiver by Big Kahuna Firearms that fits a standard AR-15 lower. Its first firing requires remote ignition for safety due to extreme recoil, which can displace the rifle significantly. Firing it shoulder-mounted is compared to shooting a cannon.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Custom .50 BMG Build
  2. 00:07Raptor 50 BMG Rifle Configuration
  3. 00:18Loading & Remote Safety Test
  4. 00:27Sponsor: Sonoran Desert Institute
  5. 00:36Remote Fire & Extreme Recoil
  6. 00:50Shoulder Firing Experience

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Raptor 50 BMG rifle?

The Raptor 50 is a .50 BMG upper receiver manufactured by Big Kahuna Firearms. It's designed to attach to a standard AR-15 lower receiver, effectively converting it into a large-caliber rifle.

How is safety ensured when firing a custom .50 BMG build for the first time?

For custom builds like the Raptor 50 BMG, safety is paramount. The host used a remote firing method with a string for the initial shot to mitigate risks associated with an untested, high-powered firearm.

What is the recoil like when shooting the Raptor 50 BMG?

The recoil is described as extremely significant. The force of the shot was powerful enough to knock the rifle backward through a pack of water bottles, and firing from the shoulder felt like shooting a cannon.

What are the key components of the Raptor 50 BMG setup shown?

The setup features the Raptor 50 BMG upper receiver from Big Kahuna Firearms, a standard AR-15 lower receiver, and a Leupold optic. The host also wore a Durkin Tactical plate carrier.

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