Serbu 50Cal vs 338 Lapua Savage

Published on August 27, 2018
Duration: 10:03

This video provides an expert-level comparison between the .338 Lapua and .50 BMG calibers, featuring the Savage Arms rifle and the Serbu BFG-50A. Conducted by experienced firearms content creators Edwin Sarkissian and Scott from Kentucky Ballistics, the test uses water jugs to demonstrate the significant differences in penetration and destructive power. The .50 BMG round exhibits vastly superior energy transfer and hydrostatic shock compared to the .338 Lapua.

Quick Summary

The Serbu 50 Cal BFG-50A and Savage Arms .338 Lapua rifles were compared for destructive power using water jugs. The .50 BMG round demonstrated vastly superior energy transfer and hydrostatic shock, obliterating multiple jugs and the target stand, while the .338 Lapua penetrated fewer jugs before disintegrating. Experts Edwin Sarkissian and Scott from Kentucky Ballistics conducted the test.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Setup
  2. 00:45.338 Lapua Testing
  3. 02:25Second .338 Lapua Shot
  4. 05:19.50 BMG Serbu BFG-50A Testing
  5. 06:26.50 BMG Impact and Results

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main difference in destructive power between .50 BMG and .338 Lapua rounds?

.50 BMG rounds possess significantly greater destructive power and energy transfer capabilities compared to .338 Lapua rounds. This was visually demonstrated by the .50 BMG obliterating multiple water jugs and the target stand, while the .338 Lapua penetrated fewer jugs and disintegrated.

How was the destructive power of the .50 BMG and .338 Lapua calibers tested in the video?

The test involved firing both calibers into a series of water jugs. The .338 Lapua was tested against 4-5 jugs, while the more powerful .50 BMG was tested against 8 jugs to showcase the difference in penetration and the resulting hydrostatic shock and destruction.

Who are the firearms experts featured in the .50 Cal vs .338 Lapua comparison?

The video features Edwin Sarkissian, the channel host, alongside Scott from Kentucky Ballistics. Both are recognized firearms content creators with extensive experience in testing and demonstrating firearm performance.

What is hydrostatic shock in the context of firearms testing?

Hydrostatic shock refers to the shockwave created when a projectile rapidly transfers energy into a fluid medium like water. This shockwave causes extensive damage, contributing to the massive destruction observed when the .50 BMG round impacted the water jugs.

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