coke vs 50cal?

Published on January 10, 2017
Duration: 2:03

This video demonstrates a ballistics test where a .50 BMG rifle is used to shoot through a line of 20 Coca-Cola bottles. The experiment, conducted by firearms content creator Edwin Sarkissian, showcases the destructive power of the .50 caliber round and the effects of hydraulic shock on the bottles. The analysis reveals that the bullet destroyed 7 bottles, suggesting potential deflection or tumbling.

Quick Summary

A .50 BMG rifle, the Serbu BFG-50A, was used to shoot through 20 two-liter Coca-Cola bottles. The high-speed footage revealed the explosive impact and hydraulic shock, with the single round destroying 7 bottles, indicating significant energy transfer and potential projectile tumbling.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Setup
  2. 00:19Equipment Overview: Serbu BFG-50A and Hornady Ammo
  3. 00:41The Shot and Slow Motion Impact
  4. 01:15Results and Analysis

Frequently Asked Questions

What happens when a .50 BMG round hits Coca-Cola bottles?

When a .50 BMG round, like the Hornady A-MAX used in the Serbu BFG-50A, hits a line of Coca-Cola bottles, it causes explosive destruction due to the projectile's energy and the resulting hydraulic shockwave propagating through the liquid.

How many Coca-Cola bottles did the .50 caliber rifle destroy?

In the experiment shown, a .50 caliber rifle (Serbu BFG-50A) fired one round through a line of 20 two-liter Coca-Cola bottles, destroying 7 of them. The bullet may have deflected or tumbled after initial impacts.

What is the Serbu BFG-50A rifle?

The Serbu BFG-50A is a gas-operated semi-automatic rifle chambered in .50 BMG. It weighs approximately 32 lbs, features a 29-inch barrel, and has a magazine capacity of 10 rounds.

What is hydraulic shock in the context of shooting bottles?

Hydraulic shock occurs when the .50 BMG bullet rapidly displaces the liquid in the Coca-Cola bottles, creating a powerful pressure wave. This shockwave travels through the liquid, causing the bottles to rupture and explode.

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