500 SMITH & WESSON VS COPPER

Published on September 18, 2017
Duration: 5:23

This video tests the penetration capabilities of various handgun calibers against one-inch thick copper plates. The .500 S&W Magnum, particularly with Underwood's 350-grain Xtreme Penetrator, demonstrated superior performance, causing significant deformation and bulging of the copper plate. Even 9mm Xtreme Penetrator rounds showed a marked advantage over standard lead bullets against this dense material.

Quick Summary

The .500 S&W Magnum, particularly with a 350-grain Underwood Xtreme Penetrator, demonstrated significant penetration against a one-inch thick copper plate, causing substantial deformation and bulging. Standard rounds like .22 LR and 9mm lead failed to penetrate, highlighting the effectiveness of magnum calibers and specialized bullet designs.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: Copper Plates & .500 S&W Setup
  2. 00:28.22 LR vs Copper Plate Test
  3. 01:309mm Xtreme Penetrator vs Copper Plate
  4. 03:13.500 S&W Magnum vs Copper Plate Test
  5. 04:15Final Analysis: Bullet Performance on Copper

Frequently Asked Questions

What caliber handgun rounds were tested against copper plates?

The video tested .22 LR, 9mm, and the powerful .500 S&W Magnum against one-inch thick copper plates. Specific loads included .22 LR lead, 9mm standard lead and Underwood Xtreme Penetrator, and .500 S&W Magnum 700gr lead and 350gr Xtreme Penetrator.

How did the .500 S&W Magnum perform against the copper plates?

The .500 S&W Magnum, especially the 350-grain Underwood Xtreme Penetrator, showed impressive results. It caused significant deformation and bulging on the one-inch copper plate, nearly penetrating the entire thickness.

Did standard handgun rounds penetrate the copper plates?

No, standard rounds like .22 LR and 9mm lead bullets did not penetrate the one-inch copper plates. The .22 LR flattened completely, while the 9mm only left marks. The 9mm Xtreme Penetrator created a notable crater but did not penetrate.

What is the Underwood Xtreme Penetrator ammunition?

Underwood Xtreme Penetrator ammunition features solid copper projectiles designed for deep penetration. They are tested here in 9mm and .500 S&W Magnum calibers, demonstrating superior performance against hard targets compared to traditional lead bullets.

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