DESERT EAGLE 50AE vs 500 MAGNUM, Which Hand Cannon Reigns Supreme???

Published on August 25, 2023
Duration: 12:44

This video compares the Desert Eagle 50AE and the Smith & Wesson 500 Magnum in a ballistic test. The S&W 500 Magnum demonstrates significantly higher energy and damage, completely destroying ballistic dummy components and creating larger wound cavities compared to the 50AE. While both are powerful, the 500 Magnum is declared the superior 'hand cannon' for raw power.

Quick Summary

The Smith & Wesson 500 Magnum is the more powerful 'hand cannon', delivering 2900 ft-lbs of energy with a 300gr bullet at 2000 FPS, compared to the Desert Eagle 50AE's 1800 ft-lbs at 1500 FPS. Ballistic tests showed the 500 Magnum creating significantly larger wound cavities and damage.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Hand Cannon Comparison
  2. 01:25Cartridge Specs: 50AE vs 500 Magnum
  3. 01:55Ballistic Test: Head Shots
  4. 05:09Torso Impact Analysis
  5. 08:39Extreme Power: 635gr Hollow Point
  6. 10:54Conclusion: Which Hand Cannon Wins?

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key ballistic differences between the 50AE and 500 Magnum?

The .500 Magnum (300gr) travels at 2000 FPS with 2900 ft-lbs of energy, significantly outperforming the .50AE (300gr) which travels at 1500 FPS with 1800 ft-lbs of energy. This makes the .500 Magnum considerably more powerful in terms of raw energy transfer.

How did the Desert Eagle 50AE and S&W 500 Magnum perform in ballistic testing?

The S&W 500 Magnum consistently created larger wound cavities and exit wounds, even ejecting 'brain' material and destroying multiple ribs. The Desert Eagle 50AE also caused significant damage, but less than the 500 Magnum in direct comparisons.

Which handgun is considered the more powerful 'hand cannon'?

Based on ballistic testing and energy figures, the Smith & Wesson 500 Magnum is the clear winner and reigns supreme as the more powerful 'hand cannon' compared to the Desert Eagle 50AE.

What are the technical specifications for the Desert Eagle 50AE and S&W 500 Magnum?

The Desert Eagle 50AE is a gas-operated semi-automatic with a 7-round capacity. The S&W 500 Magnum is a double-action revolver with a 5-round capacity. Both are heavy firearms designed for powerful cartridges.

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