Will a 50BMG Bullet Curve?

Published on September 25, 2020
Duration: 15:17

This video tests whether a .50 BMG bullet can curve through bent pipes, contrasting it with a 9mm baseline. The .50 BMG round, fired from a Serbu RN-50, initially punches through a sharp bend but successfully follows a smoother curve, albeit with significant instability upon exit. The experiment highlights the extreme power and trajectory of the .50 BMG cartridge.

Quick Summary

A .50 BMG bullet can curve, as demonstrated in an experiment where it followed a smooth, multi-point bend through a pipe. However, the bullet exited with instability, causing a 'keyhole' impact on the target, indicating significant projectile motion changes.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Experiment Introduction: Bullet Curve Test
  2. 01:169mm Baseline Test with Glock 19 MCK
  3. 03:14Serbu RN-50 .50 BMG Rifle Overview
  4. 05:00Gear Showcase: Grip6 & Alien Gear
  5. 07:36.50 BMG Test: Sharp Pipe Bend Failure
  6. 11:05.50 BMG Test: Smooth Curve Success & Keyhole

Frequently Asked Questions

Can a .50 BMG bullet curve?

In an experiment using a Serbu RN-50, a .50 BMG bullet successfully followed a smooth, multi-point curve through a pipe. However, it exited with significant instability, resulting in a sideways impact (keyhole) on the target.

What happens when a .50 BMG bullet hits a sharp bend?

When a .50 BMG bullet was fired through a sharp 45-degree bend in a pipe, it did not follow the curve. Instead, the high-velocity projectile penetrated the side of the pipe due to its immense power and momentum.

What is the Serbu RN-50?

The Serbu RN-50 is an affordable, break-action rifle chambered in .50 BMG. It features a simple single-shot design with a breech cap, making it suitable for experimental shooting and extreme caliber testing.

What is 'keyholing' in ballistics?

Keyholing occurs when a bullet impacts a target sideways, creating an elongated hole resembling a keyhole. This indicates the projectile is unstable in flight, often due to issues with rifling twist or extreme trajectory changes.

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