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This video demonstrates the destructive power of a Serbu 20mm rifle against a cast-iron fire hydrant. Expert Edwin Sarkissian, collaborating with firearm designer Mark Serbu, showcases various 20mm ammunition types and their effects. The experiment highlights the significant impact energy of the 20mm round, capable of completely destroying the hydrant's cast-iron body and even damaging nearby equipment. The demonstration emphasizes safe handling of large-caliber weaponry in an experimental ballistics context.

This video showcases a Ukrainian F-16 Fighting Falcon successfully engaging and destroying a Russian Shahed-136 drone using its M61 Vulcan 20mm rotary cannon. The footage captures the drone's mid-air explosion and the F-16's subsequent flyby, accompanied by celebratory ground reactions. It highlights the effectiveness of the M61 Vulcan in air-to-air combat scenarios against unmanned aerial vehicles.

This entry details the historical necessity and implementation of external gun pods on the F-4 Phantom. Originally designed without an internal gun, the F-4's reliance on missiles proved insufficient in Vietnam dogfights. The solution involved retrofitting external 20mm Vulcan gun pods, a critical modification that restored its close-range combat capability. The information is presented by The Gun Guy Cody, a specialist content creator with high authority in military history and firearms.

This guide details the operational aspects of the Croatian RT20 20mm anti-materiel rifle, focusing on its innovative recoil mitigation system and bolt-action mechanics. Expert Ian McCollum explains the 'Hand Cannon's' design, which utilizes surplus anti-aircraft gun barrels and a unique gas redirection tube. The guide covers its reliance on optics, the importance of its muzzle brake and bipod, and the significant backblast, emphasizing its specialized nature and the need for careful handling and transport.

This entry details the Manda, a minimalist .50 BMG sniper rifle developed in Croatia during the Homeland War. Expert Ian McCollum highlights its simple bolt-action design, use of Browning M2 barrels, and unique Leupold scope with a custom BDC cam. The rifle's development was driven by the need for anti-materiel capabilities by Croatian Special Police units.

This video provides an expert-level look at the McMillan Tac-50, a .50 BMG anti-materiel rifle with an effective range of 2000 yards. It details the rifle's history, specifications, and impressive destructive capabilities, including penetrating steel plates and engine blocks with specialized ammunition. The instruction highlights advanced long-range shooting techniques and the dynamics of suppressor use on heavy calibers.

This video features Edwin Sarkissian, an experienced firearms instructor, conducting a unique bullet penetration test. He uses 12 Ozark Trail 12-inch cast iron skillets to determine how many rounds from various calibers and firearms, including 9mm, .45 ACP, 500 S&W Magnum, 7.62x39mm, 5.56mm, 5.7x28mm, and 12 Gauge slugs, can penetrate the cookware. The results offer practical insights into the ballistic performance of different ammunition types against a common household item.

This video from Edwin Sarkissian provides an expert-level demonstration of the Serbu BFG-50A rifle's capability against a railroad track. Sarkissian, a high-level firearms enthusiast, showcases the .50 BMG caliber's power with various ammunition types, including the specialized Raufoss Mk 211 Mod 0, highlighting its penetration through thick steel. The content offers valuable insights into terminal ballistics and the performance of heavy caliber rounds.

This video demonstrates a unique application of the X Products Can Cannon, a gas-operated launcher compatible with AR-15/M16 lowers, to launch an M67-style fragmentation grenade using .223 Blanks. Expert experimentalist Edwin Sarkissian showcases the process of loading and firing the device towards a frozen lake, highlighting the launcher's ability to hold the grenade's spoon in place until firing. The demonstration results in a significant explosion and ice shatter upon impact.

This guide details a ballistic test comparing a .50 Cal Spotter round against a 1.25-inch thick bulletproof glass panel using a Serbu BFG-50A rifle. The test, conducted by firearms enthusiast Edwin Sarkissian, demonstrates the significant destructive potential of specialized .50 BMG ammunition, highlighting differences in impact effects between incendiary spotter rounds and standard FMJ rounds. The expert-level demonstration emphasizes the importance of understanding ammunition types and their performance against protective materials.