500 S&W Xtreme Penetrator vs Bowling Ball

This guide details a comprehensive ballistic gel test procedure for Underwood 9mm +P 115 Grain Sporting JHP ammunition, as demonstrated by an expert instructor. It covers test setup, firearm preparation, velocity and penetration measurements, and projectile analysis, providing critical data for self-defense ammunition evaluation. The expert's methodology ensures reliable and comparable results across different firearm platforms.

This video from Banana Ballistics provides an expert-level comparison of a modern .50 caliber muzzleloader against a .500 S&W Magnum rifle, testing their penetration and lethality across various mediums. The host, demonstrating high authority in ballistics, concludes that while muzzleloaders are potent, they do not surpass the performance of high-powered magnum rifles in these destructive tests.

This guide details a comprehensive ballistic gel test procedure for self-defense ammunition, specifically the Underwood 9mm +P+ 115 Grain Xtreme Penetrator. It covers the setup, execution, and analysis of the test, including firearm selection (Canik Mete MC9 and Glock 17), velocity measurements, penetration depth in gel with clothing barriers, and examination of the recovered projectile. The expert instruction emphasizes understanding ammunition performance characteristics for defensive applications.

This video presents a ballistic gel test comparing Underwood Ammunition's .45 Colt 250gr XTP and 225gr Hard Cast Wadcutter loads. The test, conducted using a 6.5-inch barrel Judge revolver, revealed significant differences in performance. The XTP experienced tumbling and failed to expand, penetrating 24 inches, while the wadcutter achieved 22 inches of penetration without expansion, demonstrating more consistent forward momentum. The instructor suggests the wadcutter is a more reliable choice for self-defense in this specific scenario due to its predictable performance.

This video tests the penetration capabilities of a 500 S&W Magnum round against a ceramic SAPI plate. The 700-grain Underwood Ammunition round, while powerful, was stopped by the plate after multiple impacts. The test highlights the plate's ability to absorb significant energy, though it demonstrates that even stopped rounds can transfer substantial force, as evidenced by damage to a watermelon placed behind the plate.

This video from Kentucky Ballistics features Scott demonstrating a ballistic comparison between the Smith & Wesson 460 S&W Magnum and the 500 S&W Magnum, specifically testing their ability to penetrate cinder blocks. The demonstration highlights the significant power of both large-caliber handguns.

This video details a catastrophic failure of a Serbu RN-50 rifle chambered in .50 BMG, resulting in severe injuries to the shooter, Scott from Kentucky Ballistics. The incident highlights extreme pressure events and the critical importance of firearm safety and immediate medical response. Scott's resilience and commitment to educating viewers despite his injuries are evident.

This video details a comprehensive torture test of the Desert Eagle Mark XIX, conducted by Scott from Kentucky Ballistics. The firearm was subjected to extreme conditions including water submersion, snow burial, mud immersion, and sand burial. Despite some malfunctions in mud and sand, the Desert Eagle demonstrated notable resilience, functioning after water and snow exposure. The test highlights the firearm's robust construction and the importance of understanding its limitations under adverse conditions.

This video tests the myth of water being bulletproof by firing various firearms, from 9mm handguns to a .50 BMG rifle, into a water tank. Results show that even high-powered rounds like the .50 BMG are significantly slowed or stopped by water, failing to penetrate to the target. The tests demonstrate water's effectiveness in dissipating projectile energy.

This video features Scott from Kentucky Ballistics testing several of the world's largest caliber firearms against a realistic ballistic dummy torso. The expert demonstrates the destructive power of rounds like the .700 Nitro Express (1000 grain) and .600 Nitro Express (900 grain), showcasing detailed firearm engravings and unique actions like the Blaser R8 straight-pull bolt. The testing provides valuable insights into the performance of these extreme hunting calibers on simulated organic material.