Can I Light a Fire with my Wild New Bullpup???

Published on December 19, 2022
Duration: 10:18

This video showcases an unconventional use of firearms for fire-starting, featuring expert Matt Carriker. The primary demonstration involves using a Serbu BFG-50A chambered in .50 BMG with incendiary rounds to ignite charcoal bags. The guide details the steps for this specific fire-starting technique, emphasizing safety and the unique capabilities of the .50 BMG round.

Quick Summary

Expert Matt Carriker demonstrates fire-starting using a .50 BMG Serbu BFG-50A rifle with incendiary rounds, successfully igniting charcoal bags. The video also tests penetration capabilities of various firearms, including Kel-Tec RDB (5.56x45mm), P50 (5.7x28mm), and KSG-25 (12 Gauge), against ballistic media.

Chapters

  1. 01:34Introduction and Range Conditions
  2. 02:37Kel-Tec RDB Overview
  3. 03:29Small Caliber Penetration Testing
  4. 04:36Shotgun Testing
  5. 05:47Kel-Tec RDB Performance
  6. 08:49Lighting the Fire with .50 BMG

Frequently Asked Questions

How was fire started in the Demolition Ranch video?

Fire was started using a Serbu BFG-50A rifle chambered in .50 BMG, loaded with incendiary rounds. The high-energy impact and incendiary properties of the rounds successfully ignited a line of Kingsford charcoal bags.

What firearms were tested for penetration against charcoal bags?

The video tested several firearms for penetration against charcoal bags: the Kel-Tec RDB (5.56x45mm), Kel-Tec P17 (.22LR), Kel-Tec P50 (5.7x28mm), and the Kel-Tec KSG-25 (12 Gauge shotgun).

What was the performance of the Kel-Tec RDB in the test?

The Kel-Tec RDB, a 5.56x45mm bullpup rifle, demonstrated good penetration, with its rounds entering the fourth bag of charcoal. It also showed rapid-fire capability and accuracy at range.

Can a .50 BMG rifle be used for fire starting?

Yes, as demonstrated by Matt Carriker with the Serbu BFG-50A, a .50 BMG rifle equipped with incendiary ammunition can effectively ignite materials like charcoal bags due to its high energy and projectile properties.

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