AWM and 50cal vs kettlebell

Published on May 23, 2020
Duration: 14:36

This video demonstrates a ballistic impact test on a 35lb kettlebell using various firearms and calibers, from 9mm pistols to a .50 BMG rifle. The experiment, conducted by firearms influencer Edwin Sarkissian, showcases the increasing terminal ballistics and penetration power of different rounds. It highlights how .50 BMG rounds can cause significant damage, even penetrating and lodging within a solid iron target.

Quick Summary

Firearms influencer Edwin Sarkissian conducted a ballistic impact test on a 35lb kettlebell using calibers ranging from 9mm to .50 BMG. The test demonstrated increasing penetration power, with .50 BMG rounds causing significant damage, lodging inside the iron target, and highlighting terminal ballistics principles.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and 9mm Test
  2. 01:28.44 Magnum Test
  3. 03:08Gun Room Interlude
  4. 04:26Rifle Testing: Galil, Tavor, and SCAR
  5. 07:06AWM Precision Test
  6. 10:22.50 BMG Final Test

Frequently Asked Questions

What firearms were used in the kettlebell ballistic test?

The test featured a Rex Zero 1 (9mm), Taurus Raging Hunter (.44 Magnum), Galil ACE (7.62x39mm), Tavor X95 (5.56x45mm NATO), SCAR 17 (7.62x51mm NATO), Accuracy International AWM, and a Desert Tech HTI (.50 BMG).

How did different calibers perform against the 35lb kettlebell?

9mm and .44 Magnum caused only surface scratches. Rifles like the SCAR 17 started making indentations. The AWM created craters, and the .50 BMG round penetrated deeply, lodging inside the kettlebell.

What is terminal ballistics?

Terminal ballistics is the study of a projectile's behavior and its effects upon impact with a target. This video visually demonstrates terminal ballistics by showing how different calibers interact with a solid iron target.

What optics were used in the video?

The video showcased a Nightforce optic on the Accuracy International AWM and a Vortex Golden Eagle 15-60x52 scope on the Desert Tech HTI .50 BMG rifle.

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