This Casket SUPPOSED to stop 50BMG... lets find out

Published on February 16, 2023
Duration: 12:13

This video tests a custom-armored casket's ability to stop .50 BMG rounds, referencing a scene from Terminator 3. Initial tests with 9mm and .22 LR easily penetrate the non-armored section. The armored side successfully stops a 6.5 Creedmoor round, and crucially, a .50 BMG Armor Piercing Incendiary round, demonstrating the effectiveness of the ceramic and titanium armor. The casket is planned for repair and donation.

Quick Summary

The custom-armored casket, featuring ceramic and titanium plates from ArmorMax, successfully stopped .50 BMG Armor Piercing Incendiary rounds fired from a Serbu BFG-50A rifle during a ballistic test.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: Armored Casket & Terminator Reference
  2. 01:59Testing 9mm & .22 LR Rounds
  3. 04:166.5 Creedmoor vs Armored Casket
  4. 06:45.50 BMG Test: The Ultimate Challenge
  5. 08:59Conclusion & Casket Donation Plans

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of armor was used on the casket tested by Edwin Sarkissian?

The casket tested was custom-armored by ArmorMax using a combination of ceramic and titanium plates. This advanced material composition was designed to withstand high-caliber threats, including .50 BMG rounds.

Did the casket stop the .50 BMG round fired by Edwin Sarkissian?

Yes, the armored casket successfully stopped the .50 BMG Armor Piercing Incendiary round fired from a Serbu BFG-50A rifle. The ceramic and titanium armor prevented penetration, though a dangerous ricochet occurred.

What firearms were used in the casket ballistic test video?

The video featured a 9mm pistol (HK), a .22 LR pistol (S&W Victory), a 6.5 Creedmoor rifle (Nemo Arms), and a .50 BMG rifle (Serbu BFG-50A).

What was the outcome of testing smaller calibers on the casket?

When testing smaller calibers like 9mm and .22 LR on the non-armored side of the casket, both rounds easily penetrated the sheet metal and interior padding, showing the necessity of the specialized armor.

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