The NEW Most POWERFUL Handgun In The World? (The 500 Bushwhacker Revolver)

Published on February 16, 2024
Duration: 17:53

This video provides an expert-level review of the custom 500 Bushwhacker revolver, presented by Scott of Kentucky Ballistics. He meticulously compares its performance against the .500 S&W Magnum, detailing cartridge differences, extreme velocities (up to 2600 FPS), and destructive power through ballistic gel and water jug tests. The review emphasizes rigorous safety protocols for handling such a powerful firearm.

Quick Summary

The 500 Bushwhacker revolver is presented as the new most powerful handgun, significantly exceeding the .500 S&W Magnum. It features a custom design with a longer cartridge capable of propelling a 350-grain round at up to 2600 FPS. Rigorous testing includes chronograph readings, ballistic gel penetration, and destructive impact demonstrations, all conducted with extreme safety precautions.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to the 500 Bushwhacker
  2. 01:26Cartridge Comparison
  3. 02:50Safety Precautions and Initial Testing
  4. 04:34High-Velocity Rounds and One-Handed Shot
  5. 06:33Ballistic Gel and Chronograph Testing
  6. 08:21Target Destruction Tests
  7. 13:01Water Jug and Table Destruction

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the 500 Bushwhacker revolver so powerful?

The 500 Bushwhacker is exceptionally powerful due to its custom design, featuring a significantly longer cartridge than the .500 S&W Magnum and a custom muzzle brake. It can achieve velocities up to 2600 FPS with a 350-grain round, delivering immense kinetic energy and destructive force.

What safety precautions are necessary when testing the 500 Bushwhacker?

Testing requires extensive safety gear, including a ballistic helmet, level 3A body armor, and a cut-resistant neck guard. Proper range safety, including a safe backstop and awareness of extreme recoil and muzzle blast, is paramount.

How does the 500 Bushwhacker compare to the .500 S&W Magnum?

The 500 Bushwhacker is presented as significantly more powerful. Visually, its cartridge is longer. In testing, it achieves much higher velocities (e.g., 2600 FPS vs. 1900 FPS for comparable rounds) and demonstrates greater destructive impact.

What kind of performance data was gathered for the 500 Bushwhacker?

Velocities were recorded using a chronograph, with a 275-grain Barnes hollow point reaching 2410 FPS. Ballistic gel tests showed significant penetration, and target destruction tests with water jugs and other items highlighted its extreme power.

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