How POWERFUL Is The Military’s NEW Rifle ???

This video from Kentucky Ballistics features a detailed test of various firearms against a life-sized Velociraptor replica to determine what it would take to defeat one. Host Scott, alongside Chris from Ballistic Dummy Lab, tests handguns from .22LR up to .500 Magnum, shotguns including a Spas-12, and rifles ranging from .45-70 to a .4 Bore. The experiment provides insights into the stopping power required for different threats, with a focus on practical application and the effectiveness of various calibers against a simulated large predator.

This video compares the 270 Winchester and the new 277 Fury (6.8x51mm) cartridges, analyzing their ballistic performance through velocity and muzzle energy measurements. The presenter demonstrates that while ballistically similar, the 277 Fury achieves comparable or superior energy levels with shorter cartridges, shorter barrels, and lighter firearms, highlighting the advantages of its high-pressure design.

The M16/AR-15 platform's long service life is challenged by the US military's adoption of the M5 rifle (SIG MCX Spear) and the 6.8x51mm cartridge. While the M16 is iconic, its 5.56 NATO caliber is deemed insufficient for modern combat, and design limitations like the buffer tube hinder innovation. The M5 offers a more powerful cartridge and modern features, though its weight and cost present new hurdles.

This review by Jonathan Ferguson of the Royal Armouries details the Sig Sauer MCX Spear LT (L143A2), the new rifle for UK Commandos, featuring a 12.5-inch barrel and Sig optics. It also covers the MCX Rattler in .300 Blackout and the US Army's NGSW program with the XM7 and XM250 in 6.8x51mm. Ferguson highlights modern firearm ergonomics, performance, and the trend towards integrated optics and suppressors.

This video provides an in-depth review of the Sig Sauer XM7 rifle chambered in 277 Fury, focusing on its performance and capabilities as the US military's next-generation weapon system. The presenter, an experienced shooter, evaluates the rifle's accuracy, recoil, and effectiveness at various ranges, comparing it to existing platforms and discussing its intended role as a battle rifle rather than a precision sniper system. The review highlights the 277 Fury cartridge's potential for armor penetration and its effectiveness in modern combat scenarios.

This expert-level analysis of the Sig Spear rifle chambered in 6.8x51mm (.277 Fury) with match-grade ammunition reveals significant accuracy potential. The test demonstrates that while standard ball ammunition may yield less precise results, the 155-grain match load is capable of sub-MOA accuracy in three-shot groups, with five-shot groups averaging around 1.26 MOA. The 6.8x51mm cartridge exhibits impressive ballistics, exceeding .308 Winchester in velocity and energy with comparable projectile weights.

This video details a catastrophic failure of a Serbu RN-50 rifle chambered in .50 BMG, resulting in severe injuries to the shooter, Scott from Kentucky Ballistics. The incident highlights extreme pressure events and the critical importance of firearm safety and immediate medical response. Scott's resilience and commitment to educating viewers despite his injuries are evident.

This video details a comprehensive torture test of the Desert Eagle Mark XIX, conducted by Scott from Kentucky Ballistics. The firearm was subjected to extreme conditions including water submersion, snow burial, mud immersion, and sand burial. Despite some malfunctions in mud and sand, the Desert Eagle demonstrated notable resilience, functioning after water and snow exposure. The test highlights the firearm's robust construction and the importance of understanding its limitations under adverse conditions.

This video features Scott from Kentucky Ballistics testing several of the world's largest caliber firearms against a realistic ballistic dummy torso. The expert demonstrates the destructive power of rounds like the .700 Nitro Express (1000 grain) and .600 Nitro Express (900 grain), showcasing detailed firearm engravings and unique actions like the Blaser R8 straight-pull bolt. The testing provides valuable insights into the performance of these extreme hunting calibers on simulated organic material.

This video features a high-energy, experimental review by Scott, a high-authority firearms and gear reviewer, testing the Liberty Safe National Classic Select. The safe undergoes extreme fire and ballistic tests, demonstrating impressive resistance to handgun rounds and fire but ultimately succumbing to .50 BMG and significant mechanical force. The review highlights the safe's robust construction and effective fire seals.