Barrett M107A1 .50 BMG vs 300 Win Mag

Published on May 12, 2017
Duration: 10:22

This video compares the penetration power of .50 BMG and .300 Win Mag cartridges by shooting through 750 sheets of paper. The .50 BMG from a Barrett M107A1 passed through cleanly without moving the paper stack, demonstrating extreme velocity. The .300 Win Mag from a Sako Finnbear caused more disruption, showing a difference in energy transfer despite full penetration. The video also highlights the significant recoil of the M107A1 when fired off-hand.

Quick Summary

The .50 BMG round from a Barrett M107A1 penetrated 750 sheets of printer paper cleanly without moving the stack, demonstrating extreme velocity. The .300 Win Mag also penetrated but caused more disruption. Shooting the M107A1 off-hand is challenging due to its significant recoil.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Experiment Setup
  2. 02:39.300 Win Mag Performance Test
  3. 04:08.50 BMG Performance Test
  4. 05:13Results Inspection & Analysis
  5. 08:11Off-hand Shooting with M107A1

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the purpose of the ballistic test in the John Hickok video?

The test compared the penetration power and energy transfer of .50 BMG and .300 Win Mag cartridges. They shot through 750 sheets of printer paper to observe how each round performed and the resulting impact on the target stack.

How did the .50 BMG round perform in the paper penetration test?

The .50 BMG round from the Barrett M107A1 passed through 750 sheets of paper so cleanly and rapidly that it did not move the paper stack at all, indicating high velocity and minimal energy transfer to the target medium.

What were the key differences observed between the .50 BMG and .300 Win Mag tests?

While both rounds penetrated the 750 sheets of paper, the .50 BMG passed through with minimal disruption, whereas the .300 Win Mag caused more visible displacement of the paper stack, suggesting different energy transfer characteristics.

What is the recoil like when shooting the Barrett M107A1 off-hand?

Shooting the Barrett M107A1 from a standing, off-hand position is very challenging. The recoil is substantial, described by the shooter as feeling like a 'sledgehammer' to the face, highlighting the need for proper technique and physical strength.

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