50cal vs 45 Pound Plates

Published on October 9, 2020
Duration: 9:34

This video demonstrates the extreme penetration power of a .50 BMG rifle, specifically the Serbu RN-50, against multiple 45-pound weight plates. Both a Raufoss HEIAP round and an armor-piercing black tip round were tested, with both rounds easily penetrating the plates and subsequent barriers like concrete and cinder blocks. The Raufoss round also produced a significant explosive effect upon impact.

Quick Summary

The .50 BMG cartridge, demonstrated with a Serbu RN-50 rifle, easily penetrates multiple 45-pound steel weight plates. Specialized rounds like the Raufoss HEIAP create explosive effects, while armor-piercing rounds also pass through significant barriers like concrete and cinder blocks.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: .50cal vs 45lb Plates & Ammo Selection
  2. 00:42Sponsor: World of Tanks
  3. 01:42Rifle Setup: Serbu RN-50 & Raufoss Round
  4. 03:15Raufoss Impact: Explosion & Penetration
  5. 04:44Second Shot Setup: AP Round & Extra Barriers
  6. 06:55Black Tip AP Impact: Full Penetration
  7. 08:34Conclusion: .50 BMG Power Confirmed

Frequently Asked Questions

What rifle was used in the .50 BMG penetration test?

The video features the Serbu RN-50, a single-shot, break-action rifle chambered in the powerful .50 BMG caliber. This rifle is known for its robust construction, designed to handle the significant recoil and power of .50 caliber ammunition.

What types of .50 BMG ammunition were tested against the weight plates?

Three types of .50 BMG ammunition were showcased: Raufoss (an incendiary/explosive armor-piercing round), a silver tip round, and a black tip armor-piercing round. The Raufoss and black tip rounds were used in the primary penetration tests.

How did the .50 BMG rounds perform against the 45lb weight plates?

Both the Raufoss and the black tip .50 BMG rounds easily penetrated multiple 45-pound steel weight plates. The Raufoss round also caused a significant explosive effect upon impact, destroying concrete behind the plates.

What additional barriers were used in the test?

In an attempt to catch the projectile, additional barriers were added behind the weight plates for the second shot. These included wood and cinder blocks, but the .50 BMG black tip round still passed completely through all materials.

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