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Can You Stop a 50BMG Black Tip

DemolitionRanch
Published on February 17, 2024
Category: Tactical & Gear
Duration: 1:00

This video demonstrates a rigorous test of the Adept Armor Colossus Heavy Ultra-AP Rated plate against high-powered .50 BMG ammunition, including both standard AP Black Tip and the more formidable Raufoss rounds. Expertly conducted by Matt Carriker of DemolitionRanch, the test confirms the plate's capability to stop the AP Black Tip round, though it is penetrated by the Raufoss round. The assessment highlights the significant kinetic energy transfer and potential for secondary damage, even when the primary projectile is stopped.

Tags

Adept Armor Colossus Heavy Ultra-AP Rated
.50 BMG AP (Black Tip)
.50 BMG Raufoss
Body Armor Testing
Ballistic Plate
Armor Penetration
Outdoor Range
DemolitionRanch
Matt Carriker
Ballistic Dummy
Kinetic Energy
Explosive Ammunition

Quick Summary

The Adept Armor Colossus Heavy Ultra-AP Rated plate was tested against .50 BMG Black Tip and Raufoss rounds. It successfully stopped the Black Tip AP round but was penetrated by the Raufoss round, highlighting the difference in threat capabilities. Even stopped rounds can cause significant blunt force trauma due to kinetic energy transfer, as evidenced by broken ribs on the test dummy.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Adept Armor Colossus Plate
  2. 00:11Test 1: .50 BMG Black Tip Impact
  3. 00:21Damage Assessment: Ribs Broken
  4. 00:31Test 2: .50 BMG Raufoss Round
  5. 00:46Final Results & Plate Limitations

Frequently Asked Questions

Can the Adept Armor Colossus Heavy Ultra-AP Rated plate stop a .50 BMG Black Tip round?

Yes, the Adept Armor Colossus Heavy Ultra-AP Rated plate was tested and successfully stopped a .50 BMG Black Tip (armor-piercing) round without penetration, though significant backface deformation occurred.

What is the difference between .50 BMG Black Tip and Raufoss rounds?

.50 BMG Black Tip rounds are typically armor-piercing (AP). Raufoss Mk 211 rounds are multi-purpose, combining armor-piercing, incendiary, and explosive capabilities, making them significantly more destructive.

Did the Adept Armor Colossus plate stop the .50 BMG Raufoss round?

No, the .50 BMG Raufoss round successfully penetrated the Adept Armor Colossus Heavy Ultra-AP Rated plate during testing, demonstrating the plate's limitations against this specific type of advanced ammunition.

What kind of damage can a .50 BMG round cause even if stopped by armor?

Even when stopped, the immense kinetic energy of a .50 BMG round can cause substantial backface deformation and blunt force trauma. In testing, this resulted in the ballistic dummy sustaining broken ribs.

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