50BMG vs Steel I-Beams!

Published on May 15, 2020
Duration: 6:30

This video demonstrates the immense power of the .50 BMG cartridge by testing its penetration capabilities against multiple steel I-beams. An M33 Ball round penetrated five beams, while an Armor Piercing Incendiary (API) round penetrated ten, showcasing the significant difference in performance between ammunition types. The Barrett M107A1 rifle proved capable of handling these powerful rounds in a destructive testing scenario.

Quick Summary

In a destructive test, a .50 BMG M33 Ball round penetrated five out of eleven steel I-beams, while an API round penetrated ten. The M33 core deformed, whereas the API core shattered but retained shape, showcasing ammunition differences.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: .50 BMG vs Steel I-Beams Challenge
  2. 01:32M33 Ball Round Test Fired
  3. 01:57M33 Ball Results: 5 Beams Penetrated
  4. 03:21API Round Test Fired
  5. 03:57API Results: 10 Beams Penetrated
  6. 05:23Conclusion: .50 BMG Power Demonstrated

Frequently Asked Questions

What happened when the .50 BMG M33 Ball round hit the steel I-beams?

The M33 Ball round penetrated five of the eleven stacked steel I-beams. It stopped at the sixth beam, leaving a significant indentation, and its mild steel core deformed upon impact.

How did the .50 BMG API round perform against the steel I-beams?

The Armor Piercing Incendiary (API) round demonstrated superior penetration, going through ten of the eleven steel I-beams. While its hardened core shattered, it retained its shape better than the M33 Ball core.

What rifle was used in the .50 BMG destructive testing?

The video features the Barrett M107A1 semi-automatic rifle chambered in .50 BMG for the destructive testing against the steel I-beams.

What was the total thickness of steel tested against the .50 BMG rounds?

The test involved eleven structural steel I-beams strapped together, totaling over two inches of steel thickness for the .50 BMG rounds to penetrate.

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