50 BMG Vs Water Barrier (Will You Survive?) *INSANE*

Published on January 31, 2025
Duration: 2:04

This video tests the penetration capabilities of various calibers, from birdshot to .50 BMG, through two feet of water. While smaller calibers like birdshot, .22 LR, and 9mm were stopped or only partially penetrated, higher-powered rifle rounds like the .308 and especially the .50 BMG easily passed through the water barrier, demonstrating significant energy transfer and destructive potential.

Quick Summary

Two feet of water can stop smaller calibers like 9mm, .22 LR, and birdshot. However, high-powered rifle rounds such as .308 and .50 BMG easily penetrate the water barrier, with the .50 BMG demonstrating extreme destructive force by shattering its support structure.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Experiment Introduction: Water Barrier Test
  2. 00:17Small Caliber Tests: Birdshot & .22 LR
  3. 00:32Handgun Caliber Tests: .380 Auto vs 9mm
  4. 00:58Rifle Caliber Tests: 5.56 & .308
  5. 01:18.50 BMG Impact: The Ultimate Test
  6. 01:47Results & Conclusion: Water vs High-Powered Rounds

Frequently Asked Questions

Can water stop a .50 BMG round?

No, a .50 BMG round easily penetrates two feet of water. In this test, the .50 BMG not only passed through the water barrier but also shattered the cinder block supporting the test barrel, demonstrating its immense power.

What calibers were tested against the water barrier?

The test included birdshot, .22 LR, .380 Auto, 9mm, 5.56, .308, and the powerful .50 BMG. Results varied significantly based on caliber and energy.

Did the 9mm round penetrate the water barrier?

Surprisingly, the 9mm round fired from a Shadow Systems MR920 was stopped by the two-foot water barrier in this specific test. However, the .380 Auto achieved full passthrough.

How effective is water as a projectile barrier?

Water's effectiveness as a barrier depends heavily on the projectile's velocity and construction. While it stopped smaller calibers, higher-energy rifle rounds like the .308 and .50 BMG penetrated easily, showing water is not a reliable defense against powerful firearms.

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