338 Lapua vs 50 BMG vs Pine Board Box

Published on November 28, 2019
Duration: 6:11

This video compares the penetration capabilities of .338 Lapua Magnum and .50 BMG rounds through a constructed box of 41 pine boards. Surprisingly, the .338 Lapua Magnum penetrated 24 boards, stopping on the 25th, while the .50 BMG penetrated 23 boards before veering off. The test highlights that caliber alone doesn't guarantee superior penetration, with factors like bullet construction and velocity playing significant roles.

Quick Summary

In a pine board penetration test, the .338 Lapua Magnum penetrated 24 out of 41 boards (each 3/4 inch thick), stopping on the 25th. The .50 BMG penetrated 23 boards before veering off, demonstrating that caliber isn't the sole determinant of penetration depth.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & OLight Sponsor
  2. 01:20Test Setup: Pine Board Box Explained
  3. 01:45.338 Lapua Magnum Test Fired
  4. 02:42.50 BMG Test Fired
  5. 03:04Results: Board Penetration Count
  6. 04:27Conclusion & Final Thoughts

Frequently Asked Questions

How many pine boards did the .338 Lapua Magnum penetrate?

In the Kentucky Ballistics test, the .338 Lapua Magnum successfully penetrated 24 pine boards, each 3/4 inch thick, stopping its penetration on the 25th board.

What was the penetration result for the .50 BMG in the pine board test?

The .50 BMG round penetrated 23 of the 3/4 inch thick pine boards. It then veered off course, only nicking the 24th board.

Which rifle was used for the .338 Lapua Magnum test?

The .338 Lapua Magnum was fired from a Savage 111 Long Range Hunter rifle. This rifle was outfitted with a Yankee Hill Machine Marksport chassis and a Vortex Crossfire II scope.

What was the setup for the pine board penetration test?

The test involved a barrier constructed from 41 pine boards, with each board measuring 3/4 inch in thickness, stacked sequentially to measure projectile penetration.

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