HOW POWERFUL IS IT? .50 AE Desert Eagle

Published on March 4, 2018
Duration: 7:03

This video from The VSO Gun Channel tests the penetration capabilities of a Magnum Research .50 AE Desert Eagle with 300-grain hollow-point ammunition against a van. The firearm and ammunition successfully penetrated the side panel, firewall, glove box, and seat, demonstrating significant power. The test highlights the .50 AE's ability to pass completely through the vehicle lengthwise, a feat previously only seen with .50 BMG.

Quick Summary

The .50 AE Desert Eagle, firing 300-grain hollow-point ammunition, demonstrated extreme penetration power by successfully passing through a van's side panel, firewall, glove box, and seat. The round traveled completely through the vehicle lengthwise, a feat comparable to .50 BMG.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: How Powerful Is It? Series
  2. 00:17.50 AE Desert Eagle Introduction
  3. 00:39Ammunition: 300 Grain Hollow-Point
  4. 00:54Test Setup: Van Penetration
  5. 01:09First Shot: Side Panel Penetration
  6. 01:24Visualizing the Shot Through the Van
  7. 01:53Material Impact and Exit Hole
  8. 02:13Shredded Target and Bullet Slug
  9. 02:31Comparison to .44 Magnum Penetration
  10. 03:21Targeting the Firewall
  11. 03:57Firewall Penetration Shot
  12. 04:24Assessing Firewall Penetration Results
  13. 04:39Bullet Path: Firewall to Glove Box to Seat
  14. 05:01Penetration Through the Seat
  15. 05:13Targeting the Rear of the Van
  16. 05:27Bullet Exit Through the Back of the Van
  17. 05:36Conclusion: Complete Van Penetration
  18. 05:59.50 AE Desert Eagle Performance Summary
  19. 06:10Final Bullet Hole Location and Trajectory

Frequently Asked Questions

What caliber firearm was used in the VSO Gun Channel's van penetration test?

The VSO Gun Channel used a .50 Action Express (AE) Desert Eagle pistol for their van penetration test. This powerful handgun fired 300-grain hollow-point ammunition.

What parts of the van did the .50 AE Desert Eagle penetrate?

The .50 AE Desert Eagle successfully penetrated the van's side panel, firewall, glove box, and passenger seat. It also traveled completely through the vehicle lengthwise.

How did the .50 AE Desert Eagle's penetration compare to the .44 Magnum in the test?

The video suggests the .50 AE Desert Eagle created cleaner, more laser-like cuts through materials compared to the .44 Magnum, indicating higher velocity and less degradation during penetration.

What type of ammunition was used with the .50 AE Desert Eagle?

The .50 AE Desert Eagle was fired using 300-grain hollow-point ammunition. This specific load was chosen for its effectiveness in penetration tests.

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