The 700 BMG Rifle (50 BMG + 700 Nitro = 700 BMG ???)

Published on September 21, 2023
Duration: 19:46

This review explores the custom 700 BMG rifle, a hybrid combining elements of the .50 BMG and .700 Nitro Express. It features a McMillan Bros action, fires a 1000-grain bullet over 2000 fps, and delivers immense recoil. Extensive testing demonstrates its destructive power against steel targets, ballistics gel, cinder blocks, and even a car.

Quick Summary

The 700 BMG is a custom rifle, a hybrid of .50 BMG and .700 Nitro Express, firing a 1000-grain bullet over 2000 fps with ~200 lbs recoil. Tests show it dents steel, obliterates cinder blocks, penetrates cars, and expands perfectly in gel and water.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introducing the 700 BMG Rifle
  2. 01:10Comparison Firearms: .50 BMG & .700 Nitro Express
  3. 02:14700 BMG Technical Overview & Specs
  4. 03:54Understanding the 700 BMG Cartridge
  5. 04:565.11 Tactical Sponsorship Segment
  6. 06:05Steel Target Impact Test
  7. 08:14Ballistics Gel Test & Bullet Expansion
  8. 10:45Cinder Block Penetration Test
  9. 12:29Vehicle Penetration Test
  10. 15:52Water Jug Destruction Test

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the 700 BMG rifle?

The 700 BMG is a custom, large-caliber rifle described as a hybrid of the .50 BMG and .700 Nitro Express. It features a McMillan Bros action and fires a 1000-grain bullet at over 2000 fps, delivering immense power and recoil.

How powerful is the 700 BMG rifle?

The 700 BMG rifle is exceptionally powerful, demonstrated by its ability to dent steel targets, obliterate cinder blocks, penetrate a car, and cause massive disruption in ballistics gel. It generates approximately 200 lbs of felt recoil.

What are the technical specifications of the 700 BMG?

The 700 BMG rifle weighs around 20 pounds, uses a McMillan Bros bolt action, and fires a 1000-grain bullet at over 2000 feet per second. Its custom cartridge is essentially a .50 BMG case necked up for a .70 caliber bullet.

What kind of tests were performed on the 700 BMG?

The review included tests against a steel target, ballistics gel, multiple cinder blocks, a car, and water jugs. These tests showcased the rifle's kinetic energy, penetration, and terminal ballistics capabilities.

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