Solothurn 20mm Anti-Tank Rifle vs Armored Zombie Torso (How Lethal Is 20mm ???)

The Lahti L-39 20mm anti-tank rifle, nicknamed 'Miss Lottie,' is a historical firearm chambered in 20x138mmB, boasting immense power with over 35,000 ft-lbs of muzzle energy, nearly triple that of a .50 BMG. This semi-automatic rifle features a unique top-loading 10-round magazine, a robust charging crank system, and a massive muzzle brake. Its design includes sleds for snow transport that double as a bipod, significantly improving stability and reducing recoil during firing.

This video provides an in-depth look at the Solothurn S-18/1000 20mm Anti-Tank Rifle, a formidable World War II-era weapon. Host Scott demonstrates its immense size, comparing it to a .50 BMG Barrett M82A1, and details its unique manual loading mechanism. Live-fire tests showcase the rifle's power against various targets, highlighting its significant recoil and the effectiveness of its recoil mitigation features. The review emphasizes the historical significance and engineering of this massive anti-materiel rifle.

This expert guide details the disassembly and reassembly of the Denel NTW-20 anti-materiel rifle's barrel, a process facilitated by its quick-change system. The demonstration highlights the unique mechanics involved in securing and releasing the barrel, emphasizing precision and safety. Instruction is provided by Ian McCollum, known for his in-depth analysis of historical and unique firearms.

This video delves into the history and features of the Inglis Boys Mk I* Anti-Tank Rifle. Despite being largely obsolete upon its 1937 introduction, the rifle saw service with British and American forces in WWII, particularly against thinner-armored Japanese tanks in the Pacific. The description highlights its massive size (35 lbs, 5'2"), its .55 Boys caliber with a steel-core bullet capable of piercing .91" of armor, a 5-round detachable magazine, muzzle brake, and bipod. It also touches upon post-war imports and conversions to .50 BMG. The video references a range test by Forgotten Weapons.

The Boys Anti-Tank Rifle, a .55 caliber bolt-action rifle, was developed by the British between the World Wars. Initially intended to counter early tanks, its effectiveness diminished as armor improved. The rifle's role shifted to anti-materiel, and it was famously used by US Marines, including during the Makin Raid. Soldier confidence was boosted by propaganda films, and many civilian-owned examples are now re-chambered in .50 BMG.

This extreme test pits a Serbu BFG-50A anti-tank rifle firing a .50 BMG APIT round against a 10-inch thick stack of acrylic sheets. Seven of the eight acrylic layers were obliterated by the projectile's impact and incendiary component, demonstrating the immense power of the .50 BMG round. However, the final eighth sheet successfully stopped the projectile, showcasing its surprising ballistic resistance.

This video details a catastrophic failure of a Serbu RN-50 rifle chambered in .50 BMG, which exploded due to extreme pressure exceeding 85,000 PSI. The incident resulted in severe injuries to the shooter, Scott, including a broken orbital bone, nose, lacerated jugular vein, and punctured lung. The analysis points to the breech cap shearing off its threads as the failure point, highlighting the dangers of exceeding firearm pressure limits.

This video from Kentucky Ballistics puts the Desert Eagle Mark XIX through a series of extreme environmental torture tests. The firearm demonstrates impressive initial resilience, functioning perfectly after water submersion and snow exposure. However, it encounters significant malfunctions when subjected to mud and sand, highlighting potential failure points in extreme conditions. The test is conducted by Scott, a recognized authority in destructive firearm testing.

This video features a series of extreme caliber tests using a zombie torso dummy. The .700 Nitro Express is tested with a 1000-grain soft point round, followed by .600, .500, and .470 Nitro Express calibers. Additional tests include the .460 Weatherby Magnum and .500 Jeffery, showcasing the immense power and recoil of these large-bore firearms.

This Liberty Safe National Classic Select underwent extreme torture tests, including a flamethrower fire simulation and ballistic impacts. While it withstood .45 ACP, .50 AE, .500 S&W Magnum, and .450 Marlin rounds, a .308 Win round penetrated, and .50 BMG rounds easily breached the safe. Despite significant damage, the safe's frame remained intact against mechanical force.