500 S&W Magnum VS Steel with Slow Motion

Published on August 15, 2013
Duration: 6:26

This video demonstrates the terminal ballistics of the 500 S&W Magnum against a quarter-inch steel plate. The 500 S&W Magnum, using 300-grain Hornady FTX rounds, significantly impacts the steel, causing deformation and penetration. The test also compares its performance to 12-gauge slugs and 357 Magnum rounds, highlighting the superior power of the 500 S&W Magnum.

Quick Summary

The 500 S&W Magnum, firing 300-grain Hornady FTX rounds at point-blank range, significantly impacts and penetrates a quarter-inch steel plate. This performance is notably greater than that of 12-gauge slugs and 357 Magnum rounds against the same steel thickness.

Chapters

  1. 00:20Introduction to Steel Plate Testing
  2. 01:07Steel Targets Unstacked
  3. 01:13Target Preparation and Steel Thickness
  4. 01:38First Shot: 500 S&W Magnum
  5. 02:04Impact Analysis: Deeper than 12 Gauge
  6. 02:27Discussion: Second Shot Decision
  7. 02:53Ammunition Details: 300 Grain FTX
  8. 03:05Second Shot: 500 S&W Magnum
  9. 03:16Managing Recoil and Impact
  10. 03:31FTX Round Performance on Steel
  11. 03:56Future Test: Armor Piercing Rounds
  12. 04:15Primer Strike Issue and Comparison
  13. 04:32357 Magnum vs Other Calibers
  14. 04:44Conclusion on Quarter-Inch Steel
  15. 04:52Final Thoughts on 500 S&W Magnum Power

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the penetration capability of a 500 S&W Magnum against steel?

In this test, a 500 S&W Magnum, using 300-grain Hornady FTX rounds, demonstrated the ability to significantly deform and penetrate a quarter-inch thick steel plate at point-blank range.

How does the 500 S&W Magnum compare to other calibers against steel targets?

Compared to 12-gauge slugs and 357 Magnum rounds, the 500 S&W Magnum showed a much more substantial impact and deeper penetration on the quarter-inch steel plate, with the 357 Magnum being notably less effective.

What type of ammunition was used for the 500 S&W Magnum steel test?

The 500 S&W Magnum was tested using 300-grain Hornady FTX ammunition, which is designed for maximum expansion and proved effective in deforming the steel target.

Is quarter-inch steel a reliable barrier against a 500 S&W Magnum?

Based on this demonstration, quarter-inch steel appears to be penetrable by the 500 S&W Magnum with FTX ammunition, suggesting it may not be a sufficient barrier for this caliber.

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