HOW STRONG IS TITANIUM? 50CAL VS TITANIUM

Published on April 24, 2017
Duration: 8:14

This video details a ballistic test comparing the effectiveness of various .50 BMG rounds against a 1.5-inch thick titanium plate. Expert firearms instructor Edwin Sarkissian demonstrates the capabilities of the Serbu BFG-50A rifle and specialized ammunition, concluding that the titanium plate effectively stops all tested rounds, causing only surface damage. The video highlights the destructive power of .50 caliber rounds and the resilience of titanium as a ballistic material.

Quick Summary

In a ballistic test, a 1.5-inch thick titanium plate was subjected to various .50 BMG rounds fired from a Serbu BFG-50A rifle. Despite impacts from Raufoss, AP, and APIT ammunition, the titanium plate demonstrated exceptional resilience, stopping all rounds without significant bulging or complete penetration, though surface craters were formed.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Titanium Plate Test Setup
  2. 01:01.50 Caliber Ammunition Showcase
  3. 01:35Raufoss Round Impact Test
  4. 02:41Black Tip AP Round Test
  5. 03:41APIT Round Impact and Residue
  6. 04:35Blue Tip Round Test
  7. 06:21Final Conclusion: Titanium's Strength

Frequently Asked Questions

How thick was the titanium plate tested against .50 caliber rounds?

The titanium plate used in the test was 1.5 inches thick. It was noted to cost approximately $500 and showed significant resistance to various .50 BMG ammunition types.

What type of rifle was used to fire the .50 caliber rounds?

A Serbu BFG-50A rifle was used for the test. This is a gas-operated semi-automatic rifle chambered in .50 BMG, suitable for testing heavy-caliber ammunition against durable materials.

Did any .50 caliber rounds penetrate the 1.5-inch titanium plate?

No, none of the tested .50 caliber rounds, including Raufoss, AP, and APIT variants, fully penetrated the 1.5-inch thick titanium plate. They caused surface damage and craters but did not breach the material.

What kind of .50 BMG ammunition was tested against the titanium?

The test included several types of .50 BMG ammunition: Raufoss (Mk 211), blue tip, red/silver tip (APIT), black tip (AP), and silver tip (API). Each round demonstrated different effects on the titanium plate.

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