Can angled armor stop a 50bmg ?

Published on May 29, 2023
Duration: 1:00

This video demonstrates the effectiveness of angled armor against various calibers, culminating in a .50 BMG test. Expert Edwin Sarkissian, known for destructive testing, showcases how sloped armor significantly increases ballistic resistance compared to flat armor. The .50 BMG round, while damaging, was largely defeated by the angled plate, but easily penetrated when the plate was flat, leading to a propane tank explosion.

Quick Summary

Angled armor significantly enhances ballistic protection by increasing effective thickness and promoting ricochets, making it far superior to flat armor. In tests with a .50 BMG, the angled plate resisted penetration, while the same plate at a 90-degree angle was easily defeated, resulting in target destruction.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Angled Armor
  2. 00:10AK and SL8-1 Testing
  3. 00:21SCAR 17 and AWM Testing
  4. 00:34Serbu BFG-50A Angled Test
  5. 00:44Direct Impact Test and Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

How does angled armor differ from flat armor in ballistic testing?

Angled armor increases effective thickness and promotes ricochets, making it significantly more resistant to penetration than flat armor of the same material and thickness. This video demonstrates this principle effectively with .50 BMG rounds.

What calibers were tested against the angled armor in the video?

The video tested various calibers, starting with 7.62x39mm and 5.56x45mm NATO, progressing to .308 Winchester and .338 Lapua Magnum, and finally culminating with the powerful .50 BMG round.

Did the .50 BMG round penetrate the angled armor?

While the .50 BMG round caused significant damage to the angled armor plate, it did not achieve full penetration into the protected propane tank, demonstrating the effectiveness of the sloped design.

What happened when the .50 BMG round hit flat armor?

When the armor plate was repositioned to a flat, 90-degree angle, the .50 BMG round easily penetrated it, leading to a violent explosion of the propane tank behind it, highlighting the critical role of angle.

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