50 Cal vs ICE ❄

Published on February 19, 2021
Duration: 8:57

This video tests the penetration power of .50 BMG rounds through ice. A 660gr FMJ and a blue-tip incendiary round were stopped by the third bucket of ice, while a solid brass round penetrated to the fourth bucket. The experiment highlights that even powerful .50 BMG rounds can be stopped by a relatively small amount of ice.

Quick Summary

In a .50 BMG ice test, a 660gr FMJ and an incendiary round were stopped by the third bucket of ice. A solid brass .50 BMG projectile penetrated to the fourth bucket. The experiment used ten 5-gallon buckets in 5-degree Fahrenheit weather.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro Skit
  2. 01:05Experiment Introduction: 50 Cal vs Ice
  3. 01:32Setup and Sponsorship
  4. 02:14First Shot: 660gr FMJ vs Ice
  5. 04:42Second Shot: Incendiary Round vs Ice
  6. 06:02Third Shot: Solid Brass Round vs Ice
  7. 07:30Conclusion and Results

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of .50 BMG rounds were tested against ice?

The test included a 660-grain Full Metal Jacket (FMJ) round, a blue-tip incendiary .50 BMG round, and a solid brass .50 BMG projectile. All were fired from a Serbu BFG-50A rifle.

How many buckets of ice did it take to stop a .50 BMG round?

It took three buckets of ice to stop both the FMJ and incendiary .50 BMG rounds. The solid brass round penetrated to the fourth bucket before stopping.

What rifle was used for the .50 BMG ice test?

The rifle used was a Serbu BFG-50A, a semi-automatic rifle chambered in .50 BMG with a 29-inch barrel and weighing approximately 32 lbs.

What were the environmental conditions for the ice test?

The test was conducted at the Kentucky Ballistics Gun Range in freezing temperatures, specifically at 5 degrees Fahrenheit, with ten 5-gallon buckets filled with ice.

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