How Many 50bmg bullets it takes to stop a Bullet?

Published on October 29, 2021
Duration: 10:47

This video from Edwin Sarkissian explores the ballistic capabilities of .50 BMG rounds against 5.56x45mm NATO M855 Green Tip projectiles. The experiment involves testing penetration through .50 BMG brass casings and then directly impacting .50 BMG bullets with a 5.56mm round. The results demonstrate the significant power of the .50 BMG round, with a single .50 BMG bullet successfully stopping a 5.56mm M855 round.

Quick Summary

In a ballistic test by Edwin Sarkissian, a single .50 BMG bullet was enough to stop a 5.56mm M855 Green Tip round. The 5.56mm projectile became embedded in the second .50 BMG bullet it impacted, demonstrating the immense power difference between the two calibers.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Experiment Introduction
  2. 01:31First Test: Brass Casings
  3. 02:16Analyzing Casing Penetration
  4. 05:46Gunpowder Burn Test
  5. 07:13Second Test: Bullet to Bullet
  6. 08:01Final Results

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of 5.56mm ammunition was used in the test?

The video used 5.56x45mm NATO M855 Green Tip ammunition, which features a 62-grain bullet with a steel core penetrator designed for enhanced penetration capabilities.

How many .50 BMG rounds did it take to stop a 5.56mm bullet?

In the direct impact test, a single .50 BMG bullet was sufficient to stop the 5.56mm M855 round. The 5.56mm projectile became embedded in the second .50 BMG bullet it encountered.

What happened when the 5.56mm round hit the .50 BMG brass casings?

The 5.56mm round penetrated five of the eight lined-up .50 BMG brass casings. The heat generated by the impact ignited the gunpowder in the fifth casing, causing a small fire.

What safety precautions were taken during the experiment?

Edwin Sarkissian utilized a remote trigger for safety and mounted the AR-15 on a Caldwell Lead Sled shooting rest to ensure stability and accuracy, minimizing shooter exposure.

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