Prototype Destruction with .50 BMG

Published on August 4, 2015
Duration: 6:26

This video showcases the extreme durability of a prototype steel target from ShootSteel.com. The target withstands multiple impacts from a .338 Lapua Magnum and a .50 BMG rifle at close range, demonstrating impressive resilience. The review highlights the target's ability to resist penetration even under heavy fire, making it a robust option for serious training.

Quick Summary

A prototype modular steel target from ShootSteel.com proved exceptionally durable, resisting penetration from both .338 Lapua Magnum (300 grain ball) and .50 BMG (750 grain) rounds fired at close range. The target sustained only dimples, showcasing its robust construction.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Prototype Target Testing
  2. 00:30Testing with .338 Lapua Magnum
  3. 01:53Initial Results: .338 Lapua Impacts
  4. 02:33Extreme Testing with .50 BMG
  5. 03:24.50 BMG Impact and Analysis
  6. 04:00Further .50 BMG Testing
  7. 04:24Post-Testing Damage Assessment
  8. 05:14Final Target Condition
  9. 05:34Conclusion: Target Durability

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of rifle was used to test the prototype steel target?

The prototype steel target was initially tested with a Savage 110 BA chambered in .338 Lapua Magnum. For more extreme testing, a FES .50 BMG rifle was utilized.

What ammunition was fired at the prototype steel target?

During the .338 Lapua Magnum testing, 300 grain ball ammunition was used. For the .50 BMG testing, 750 grain .50 BMG ammunition was fired at the target.

Did the prototype steel target from ShootSteel.com get penetrated?

No, the prototype steel target demonstrated extreme durability. Even after multiple direct hits from .338 Lapua Magnum and .50 BMG rounds at close range, it only sustained dimples and did not allow penetration.

What optic was used during the .338 Lapua Magnum testing?

A Trijicon AccuPower 4-16x50mm scope was used for aiming during the .338 Lapua Magnum portion of the testing. This optic was supplied by Georgia Optics.

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