How Much Paper Does it Take to Stop a 50cal

Published on November 20, 2015
Duration: 7:36

This video tests the penetration power of various calibers through reams of paper. A .500 S&W Magnum penetrated approximately 1,200-1,500 sheets, while a .50 BMG FMJ round went through 3,500 sheets and even exited the side. An APIT .50 BMG round showed similar penetration to the FMJ. The video also includes a visual comparison of .44 Magnum and .500 S&W Magnum cartridges.

Quick Summary

The .50 BMG FMJ round penetrated 7 reams of paper (3,500 sheets) and exited the side of the stack. The .500 S&W Magnum penetrated approximately 1,200 to 1,500 sheets, stopping within the third pack.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro Skit: Revolver Comparison
  2. 00:40Revolver Paper Penetration Test
  3. 01:12.500 Magnum Results
  4. 02:09.50 BMG Setup for Testing
  5. 02:54.50 BMG FMJ Penetration Results
  6. 04:32.50 BMG APIT Test
  7. 06:00Cartridge Size Comparison

Frequently Asked Questions

How many sheets of paper did the .500 S&W Magnum penetrate?

The .500 S&W Magnum round penetrated approximately 1,200 to 1,500 sheets of paper. It went through two full 500-sheet packs and stopped inside the third pack.

What was the penetration depth of the .50 BMG FMJ round?

The .50 BMG Full Metal Jacket round penetrated through 7 reams of paper, totaling 3,500 sheets, before exiting the side of the stack.

Did the .50 BMG APIT round penetrate differently than the FMJ?

The .50 BMG Armor Piercing Incendiary Tracer (APIT) round showed similar penetration to the FMJ round, stopping or exiting around the 7th ream of paper.

What calibers were compared in the paper penetration test?

The video primarily tested the penetration of the .500 S&W Magnum and the .50 BMG. It also briefly showed a comparison with .22 Magnum and .44 Magnum cartridges.

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