Most Powerful 50cal SLAP vs Titanium

Published on June 5, 2020
Duration: 11:44

This video details a ballistics test comparing the penetration capabilities of three .50 BMG rounds against a 1.5-inch titanium plate. Expert Edwin Sarkissian demonstrates the performance of a SLAP round, a Raufoss NM140 MP, and a standard Black Tip round. The SLAP round proved most effective, achieving full penetration and demonstrating superior terminal ballistics compared to the others.

Quick Summary

The .50 BMG SLAP round proved most effective against a 1.5-inch titanium plate, outperforming Raufoss and standard Black Tip rounds. Its design, featuring a tungsten penetrator within a sabot, maximizes penetration by reducing friction and increasing velocity, making it the most powerful tested round.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Setup
  2. 01:29Ammunition Overview
  3. 02:44SLAP Round Test
  4. 07:33Raufoss Round Test
  5. 09:19Black Tip Test and Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the .50 BMG SLAP round so effective against armor?

The SLAP round uses a sabot to guide a dense tungsten penetrator, reducing friction and increasing velocity. This design allows it to penetrate hardened materials like the 1.5-inch titanium plate tested more effectively than standard rounds.

How did the Raufoss NM140 MP perform against the titanium plate?

Despite its incendiary and explosive features, the Raufoss NM140 MP's tungsten penetrator did not fully exit the 1.5-inch titanium plate, becoming lodged within it, indicating limited penetration compared to the SLAP round.

Which .50 caliber round was deemed most powerful in the test?

Based on penetration of a 1.5-inch titanium plate, the SLAP (Saboted Light Armor Penetrator) round was concluded to be the most powerful and deadly .50 caliber round tested in this experiment.

Are there any warnings associated with firing SLAP ammunition?

Yes, it is commonly warned against firing SLAP ammunition through muzzle brakes, as the sabot separation can potentially damage the brake itself.

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