338 Lapua vs 50 BMG vs Running Engines

Published on July 3, 2018
Duration: 7:47

This video pits the destructive power of .338 Lapua and .50 BMG rounds against running lawnmower engines. The .338 Lapua instantly disabled an engine, while the .50 BMG API round caused catastrophic destruction, severing the drive shaft and shattering the engine block. The host demonstrates responsible range cleanup after the destructive testing.

Quick Summary

The .338 Lapua round instantly disabled a running lawnmower engine by penetrating the block, while the .50 BMG API round caused catastrophic destruction, severing the drive shaft and shattering the engine.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro Skit
  2. 01:30Experiment Introduction
  3. 01:49Firearms and Ammunition Overview
  4. 02:38Shooting Mower #1 (.338 Lapua)
  5. 03:20Damage Assessment #1
  6. 04:01Shooting Mower #2 (.50 BMG)
  7. 04:54Damage Assessment #2
  8. 06:09Environmental Cleanup
  9. 06:37Outro and Sponsor Info

Frequently Asked Questions

What firearms were used to test against the lawnmower engines?

The test utilized a Savage 111 Long Range Hunter chambered in .338 Lapua Magnum and a Serbu BFG-50 Carbine chambered in .50 BMG. Both rifles were used to demonstrate the impact of these large caliber rounds.

How did the .338 Lapua round affect the lawnmower engine?

The .338 Lapua round instantly stopped the running lawnmower engine upon impact. An inspection revealed it punched through the engine block, causing immediate internal failure and significant oil leakage.

What was the effect of the .50 BMG round on the second lawnmower engine?

The .50 BMG round, specifically a Silver Tip API, had a much more violent impact. It completely severed the mower's drive shaft, shattered the engine internals, and detached the blade.

What safety measures were shown during the engine destruction test?

Safety measures included the presence of a First Alert fire extinguisher for preparation. The host also demonstrated responsible environmental cleanup of the oil spill after the engines were destroyed.

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