50cal vs 45 Pound Plates

Published on October 9, 2020
Duration: 9:34

This video demonstrates the destructive power of .50 BMG ammunition against steel targets. Expert firearms content creator Edwin Sarkissian tests a Serbu RN-50 rifle with various specialized rounds, including the Raufoss Mk 211, against 45-pound weight plates and cinder blocks. The results highlight the significant penetration and explosive capabilities of .50 BMG, showcasing its effectiveness against hardened targets.

Quick Summary

Expert firearms instructor Edwin Sarkissian tests the .50 BMG Serbu RN-50 rifle against 45lb steel plates. Using Raufoss incendiary/explosive rounds and black tip armor-piercing rounds, the video showcases extreme penetration and destructive impact, highlighting the formidable power of .50 caliber ammunition against hardened targets.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Ammo Types
  2. 00:42Sponsor Segment (World of Tanks)
  3. 01:42Serbu RN-50 Setup & Raufoss Load
  4. 03:15Raufoss Round Impact Analysis
  5. 04:44Second Shot Setup (AP Round)
  6. 06:55Black Tip AP Round Impact Analysis
  7. 08:34Conclusion & Future Tests

Frequently Asked Questions

What rifle was used to test .50 BMG ammunition against steel plates?

The video features the Serbu RN-50, a single-shot, break-action rifle chambered in .50 BMG. This robust firearm is well-suited for handling the powerful cartridges used in the test.

What types of .50 BMG ammunition were tested against the 45lb plates?

Edwin Sarkissian tested three types of .50 BMG ammunition: the Raufoss Mk 211 (incendiary/explosive), a silver tip round, and a black tip armor-piercing round. Each demonstrated significant destructive capability.

How did the Raufoss Mk 211 round perform against the steel plates?

The Raufoss Mk 211 round created a substantial explosion upon impact, successfully penetrating both 45-pound steel plates and destroying a concrete block positioned behind them.

What was the outcome of testing the black tip armor-piercing .50 BMG round?

The black tip armor-piercing round demonstrated extreme penetration, passing through two 45lb steel plates, a wooden barrier, and two cinder blocks without being recovered, showcasing its formidable power.

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