How Powerful is a .450 Marlin Revolver?

Published on April 11, 2018
Duration: 8:01

This video tests the penetration power of a Magnum Research BFR revolver chambered in .450 Marlin. The test involves shooting through the side of a van and then through the firewall and interior of the van. The .450 Marlin cartridge, while powerful, showed limitations against hardened targets, breaking up and failing to penetrate the firewall as effectively as anticipated.

Quick Summary

The .450 Marlin cartridge, when fired from a Magnum Research BFR revolver with a 325-grain FTX bullet, achieved a muzzle velocity of 1763 feet per second. While powerful against softer materials, it failed to penetrate a van's firewall, breaking up into fragments.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: .450 Marlin BFR Revolver Test
  2. 00:30First Shot: Side of Van Penetration
  3. 00:55Velocity Measurement: 1763 FPS
  4. 01:25Impact and Recoil Observation
  5. 02:05Damage Assessment: Side of Van
  6. 02:43Second Shot Preparation: Firewall Test
  7. 03:05Gloves On: Recoil Management
  8. 04:21Firewall Test: Buffalo Bore Ammunition
  9. 05:00Firewall Shot Impact
  10. 05:20Firewall Penetration Failure
  11. 05:39Fragment Analysis: Firewall and Interior
  12. 06:14Proving Firewall Failure: Fresh Target
  13. 06:34Disappointment with Penetration Results
  14. 06:43Conclusion: .450 Marlin vs. Hardened Targets
  15. 07:02Viewer Caliber Suggestions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the muzzle velocity of a .450 Marlin round fired from a Magnum Research BFR revolver?

In this test, a 325-grain FTX .450 Marlin bullet fired from a Magnum Research BFR revolver achieved a muzzle velocity of 1763 feet per second.

How does the .450 Marlin perform against hardened targets like a van's firewall?

Against a van's firewall, the .450 Marlin round did not penetrate. It broke up into fragments, indicating it is more effective against softer targets than hardened ones.

What is the recoil like when shooting a .450 Marlin in a BFR revolver?

The recoil from a .450 Marlin in a BFR revolver is significant. The shooter noted it stung their hand and recommended using gloves for subsequent shots.

Is the .450 Marlin a good choice for penetrating barriers?

Based on this test, the .450 Marlin is not ideal for penetrating hardened barriers like a van's firewall. It tends to break up, making it better suited for softer targets.

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