AutoMag 30 Carbine vs 44 Magnum

Published on October 19, 2022
Duration: 16:48

This video provides a practical, albeit unconventional, comparison of the ballistic performance between the AutoMag III in .30 Carbine and the Desert Eagle in .44 Magnum. The host, Edwin Sarkissian, conducts tests using watermelons, a ballistic shield, and a safe to demonstrate penetration differences. The content highlights the superior penetration of the .44 Magnum over the .30 Carbine in certain mediums, while both calibers are shown to be stopped by a Level 3 ballistic shield.

Quick Summary

The .44 Magnum round demonstrated superior penetration capabilities compared to the .30 Carbine, penetrating nine watermelons versus six. However, both calibers failed to penetrate an RTS Tactical Level 3 ballistic shield, highlighting its protective qualities.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction of Firearms
  2. 00:49Ammunition Comparison
  3. 01:47AutoMag Watermelon Test
  4. 03:25SDI Sponsorship
  5. 06:18.44 Magnum Watermelon Test
  6. 08:36.50 BMG Stress Relief
  7. 10:06Safe Penetration Test
  8. 13:08Ballistic Shield Test
  9. 15:03Pond Splash Comparison

Frequently Asked Questions

How does the .30 Carbine compare to the .44 Magnum in penetration tests?

.30 Carbine penetrated six watermelons, while the .44 Magnum penetrated nine. In tests against a metal safe, the .30 Carbine penetrated the outer layer cleanly, while the .44 Magnum soft point struggled with the steel.

Are the AutoMag III and Desert Eagle effective against ballistic shields?

In the video, neither the .30 Carbine fired from the AutoMag III nor the .44 Magnum fired from the Desert Eagle penetrated an RTS Tactical Level 3 ballistic shield, indicating the shield's effectiveness against these calibers.

What ballistic testing methods were used in the video?

The video employed several methods, including penetration tests using watermelons, firing at a metal safe, and observing water displacement in a pond to compare kinetic energy transfer between the .30 Carbine and .44 Magnum rounds.

What is the Sonoran Desert Institute (SDI)?

The Sonoran Desert Institute (SDI) is an educational institution offering online programs in gunsmithing and ballistics, as mentioned by the host during a sponsorship segment.

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