PKM vs Smart Car

Published on December 25, 2023
Duration: 5:11

This video demonstrates the destructive power of the PKM and M60 machine guns against a Smart Car. The PKM, firing 7.62x54mmR rounds, successfully penetrated the vehicle from front to back, causing fluid leaks. The M60, using 7.62x51mm (.308) rounds, inflicted significantly more damage, shredding the interior and deploying the airbag. The experiment highlights the effectiveness of these military-grade firearms against a light civilian vehicle.

Quick Summary

The PKM machine gun, firing 7.62x54mmR rounds, penetrated a Smart Car from front to back. Subsequently, the M60 machine gun, using 7.62x51mm (.308) rounds, caused more extensive damage, including airbag deployment and destruction of interior electronics.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: PKM vs Smart Car Experiment
  2. 00:31Preparing the PKM Machine Gun
  3. 00:59PKM Fires 7.62x54mmR Rounds
  4. 01:54PKM Damage Assessment
  5. 02:59M60 Fires .308 Rounds
  6. 03:34Final Damage Review: M60 vs Smart Car

Frequently Asked Questions

What machine guns were used to test the Smart Car?

The video features the PKM machine gun firing 7.62x54mmR rounds and the M60 machine gun firing 7.62x51mm NATO (.308 Winchester) rounds against the Smart Car.

Did the PKM machine gun penetrate the Smart Car?

Yes, the PKM successfully penetrated the Smart Car from front to back, causing visible damage and fluid leaks, demonstrating its effectiveness.

What kind of damage did the M60 cause to the Smart Car?

The M60 inflicted significant damage, shredding the car's interior, deploying the airbag, and destroying the dashboard electronics and speedometer.

Were there any safety precautions taken before testing?

Yes, the gas was drained from the Smart Car before firing to prevent a large fire, ensuring a safer destructive testing environment.

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