50cal vs AR500 STEEL ARMOR PLATE

This guide details a test of a .50 BMG rifle against a steel target, demonstrating the target's resilience. The video features firearms content creator Johnny Q, showcasing proper firearm mounting on a tripod and target inspection post-firing. It highlights the durability of AR500 or higher rated steel targets against powerful calibers.

This video details a test of 50 BMG Armor Piercing Incendiary Tracer (APIT) rounds against an 'indestructible' sledgehammer and an AR500 steel target. The presenter, an experienced shooter, demonstrates the significant penetration capabilities of the APIT rounds, first through a 50-yard AR500 steel target and then into the hardened steel head of the sledgehammer. The results highlight the extreme destructive power of the 50 BMG caliber when using specialized ammunition.

This video provides an expert-level analysis of the steel thickness required to stop .338 Lapua Magnum rounds, differentiating between standard precision loads and specialized armor-piercing (AP) ammunition. The host, demonstrating high authority and expertise, details the penetration capabilities against various steel types, including AR500 and AR550, and mild steel up to 1.5 inches. The findings are crucial for understanding terminal ballistics and material resistance against high-power rifle threats.

This guide details a destructive testing procedure for evaluating armor's effectiveness against a 20mm cannon round, using a ballistic dummy. The experiment, conducted by Edwin Sarkissian, demonstrates the severe blunt force trauma even non-penetrating hits can cause, highlighting the limitations of current armor against extremely high-caliber threats. The tests also show the devastating effect of direct hits on unprotected areas.

This guide details a comprehensive ballistic testing procedure for the RTS Tactical Hero's Level IIIA Concealable Vest, as demonstrated by Edwin Sarkissian. The testing involves a variety of firearms, from .22 LR handguns to .500 Magnum revolvers and 7.62x54R rifles, to assess the vest's protection levels against different threats. The procedure emphasizes documenting performance and understanding the limitations of soft body armor.

This guide details the setup and operation of the Challenge Targets Resetting Target system. It covers the installation of rifle and rimfire plates, the function of the limiting bar for high-power rounds, and the automatic resetting mechanism. The speaker, demonstrating experienced authority, highlights the target's versatility for various calibers and its suitability for backyard practice.

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.