PKM vs Smart Car

Published on December 25, 2023
Duration: 5:11

This video features an enthusiastic firearms instructor, Edwin Sarkissian, conducting an experimental test of a PKM machine gun's ability to penetrate a Smart Car. The experiment progresses to include an M60 machine gun, detailing the damage inflicted by both firearms and their respective calibers. The content highlights practical application of firearms in an unconventional testing scenario.

Quick Summary

In an experimental test, a PKM machine gun firing 7.62x54mmR rounds was used to test penetration on a Smart Car. Subsequently, an M60 machine gun firing 7.62x51mm NATO rounds inflicted more severe damage, including airbag deployment and destruction of the dashboard. Safety measures like draining the car's fuel were implemented.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Objective
  2. 00:31PKM Preparation
  3. 00:59PKM Live Fire
  4. 01:54PKM Damage Assessment
  5. 02:59M60 Live Fire
  6. 03:34Final Damage Review

Frequently Asked Questions

What firearms were tested against the Smart Car?

The experiment involved testing a PKM machine gun firing 7.62x54mmR rounds and an M60 machine gun firing 7.62x51mm NATO (.308 Winchester) rounds against the Smart Car.

What was the primary objective of the Smart Car ballistic test?

The main goal was to determine if a PKM machine gun could penetrate a Smart Car from front to back, observing how the vehicle's primarily plastic construction would withstand high-powered rifle ammunition.

What safety precautions were taken before firing?

Before the live fire, the gas was drained from the Smart Car to prevent a large fire upon impact. Standard range safety protocols were also implied by the instructor's handling.

Which machine gun caused more damage to the Smart Car?

The M60 machine gun caused significantly more damage. Its sustained fire shredded the car's interior, deployed the airbag, and destroyed the dashboard electronics.

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