Water Jug *Ballistic Test* (50 BMG)

Published on May 2, 2025
Duration: 1:00

This ballistic test compares the penetration power of various calibers, from .22 LR to .50 BMG, using water jugs. The video showcases firearms like the Volquartsen .22 LR, Canik TTI Combat 9mm, GForce Arms .357 Magnum lever gun, Zastava AK47 in 7.62x39, and a .50 BMG Raptor 50 upper. It highlights the significant energy transfer differences between these calibers, particularly the extreme power of the .50 BMG round.

Quick Summary

The ballistic test compared calibers from .22 LR to .50 BMG using water jugs. The .50 BMG, fired from a Raptor 50 upper on an AR-15, showed extreme energy transfer, significantly outperforming smaller calibers like 9mm and .308.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Test Setup
  2. 00:05Small Caliber Tests (.22 LR, 9mm)
  3. 00:18Mid-Range Caliber Tests (.357 Mag, .223)
  4. 00:29Rifle Caliber Tests (7.62x39, .308)
  5. 00:43.50 BMG Extreme Test

Frequently Asked Questions

What calibers were tested in the water jug ballistic test?

The ballistic test featured a range of calibers including .22 LR, .380 Auto, 9mm, .357 Magnum, .223, 7.62x39, .308, and the powerful .50 BMG.

What firearms were used in the water jug ballistic test?

Firearms included a Volquartsen .22 LR rifle, Canik TTI Combat 9mm pistol, GForce Arms .357 Magnum lever gun, Zastava AK47 (7.62x39), and a .50 BMG Raptor 50 upper on an AR-15 lower.

Which caliber showed the most destructive power in the water jug test?

The .50 BMG round demonstrated the most extreme energy transfer and destructive power, significantly outperforming all smaller calibers tested in the water jug ballistic comparison.

What is the Raptor 50?

The Raptor 50 is an upper receiver conversion kit that allows an AR-15 platform to fire the powerful .50 BMG cartridge, as demonstrated in this ballistic test.

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