50CAL VS 50LB WEIGHT PLATE

Published on March 15, 2017
Duration: 8:25

This video features Edwin Sarkissian, a high-profile firearms entertainment creator, conducting an experimental test comparing the impact of a .50 BMG rifle against 50lbs of weight plates versus a 9mm handgun. The experiment demonstrates the significant destructive power of the .50 BMG round, contrasting it with the minimal effect of the 9mm. Sarkissian's expertise is evident in his safe handling and clear explanation of the results.

Quick Summary

In a ballistic test, a .50 BMG rifle demonstrated immense power by shattering a 25lb cast iron weight plate, while a 9mm handgun caused only superficial damage. The .50 cal round, a 660 grain FMJ, generated extreme heat upon impact and penetrated one of two stacked plates.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Setup
  2. 01:04Serbu RN-50 Introduction
  3. 01:179mm Baseline Test
  4. 02:31.50 Caliber Testing
  5. 05:24Double Plate Test and Analysis

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the outcome of the .50 BMG rifle test against the weight plates?

The .50 BMG rifle, firing 660 grain FMJ rounds, successfully cracked and shattered a 25lb cast iron weight plate on the first shot, and completely obliterated it on the second shot. It also penetrated one of two stacked plates.

How did the 9mm handgun perform against the weight plates?

The 9mm handgun (Glock 19) caused minimal surface damage to the cast iron weight plates and did not penetrate or significantly deform them during the baseline test.

What firearm was used for the .50 BMG test?

The .50 BMG test was conducted using a Serbu RN-50, which is a single-shot, break-action rifle equipped with Vortex optics.

What type of weight plates were used in the experiment?

The experiment utilized 25lb cast iron weight plates from Gold's Gym, with a total weight of 50lbs used for the primary tests.

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