SERBU BFG-50 (First Shots & Review)

This experiment tests the penetration capabilities of various firearms against a Range Rover, from top to bottom. Handgun calibers failed to penetrate, while intermediate rifle rounds showed limited success. Full-power machine guns like the PKM and M60 caused significant damage, and the .50 BMG Serbu BFG-50 easily defeated the vehicle's structure.

This interview with Mark Serbu addresses the safety of the RN-50 firearm, particularly in light of an incident involving Scott from Kentucky Ballistics. The consensus points to a misloaded cartridge, likely using pistol powder in a 50 BMG case, leading to extreme over-pressurization (estimated at 190,000 PSI). Serbu explains that 50 BMG's normal pressure is around 55,000 PSI and discusses the difference in energy release between various propellants and explosives, emphasizing that impact loading from rapid-burn powders can be destructive.

This video features Edwin Sarkissian and Mark Serbu of Serbu Firearms demonstrating the capabilities of a custom 'Micro' RN-50 rifle chambered in .50 BMG. They conduct ballistic gel tests using a sophisticated dummy, comparing the impact of the .50 BMG against a .44 Magnum Desert Eagle and a custom 7-round 12-gauge shotgun. The content highlights the destructive power of these firearms and touches on NFA regulations for short-barreled rifles.

This video provides an expert-level comparison of the 500 Auto Max and 50 BMG calibers, featuring detailed ballistics testing by Scott from Kentucky Ballistics. The comparison includes penetration tests against oak boards, cinder blocks, and steel plates, as well as terminal ballistics in water buckets. Scott's high authority level and focus on visual demonstrations of power offer valuable insights into the performance differences between these two formidable calibers.

This review of the Serbu RN-50 .50 BMG rifle highlights its unique break-action loading mechanism and a clever extraction technique using another cartridge. Scott from Kentucky Ballistics demonstrates the rifle's manageable recoil, attributed to its substantial weight and muzzle brake, and discusses its competitive pricing. The video provides practical insights into handling and testing this powerful single-shot platform.

This TFB TV video from SHOT Show 2017 features an in-depth look at Serbu Firearms, including the RN-50 .50 Caliber rifle and the GB-22 pistol. The discussion highlights the DIY origins of some designs, the accuracy of the RN-50 with demonstrated long-range hits, and unique prototypes like the Royal Nonesuch 12-gauge repeater. The video showcases the expertise of guests like 50 Cal Val and Royal Nonesuch, known for their innovative firearm creations.

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 tests the myth of water being bulletproof by firing various firearms, from 9mm handguns to a .50 BMG rifle, into a water tank. Results show that even high-powered rounds like the .50 BMG are significantly slowed or stopped by water, failing to penetrate to the target. The tests demonstrate water's effectiveness in dissipating projectile energy.

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.