The 700 BMG Rifle (50 BMG + 700 Nitro = 700 BMG ???)

Published on September 21, 2023
Duration: 19:46

This video provides an expert-level demonstration of the custom 700 BMG rifle, a wildcat cartridge combining elements of .50 BMG and .700 Nitro Express. The host, Scott from Kentucky Ballistics, showcases the rifle's construction, technical specifications, and extreme performance through a series of rigorous tests including steel targets, ballistics gel, cinder blocks, and vehicle penetration. The high-energy presentation highlights the immense power and recoil associated with this unique firearm.

Quick Summary

The 700 BMG is a custom rifle chambered in a wildcat cartridge created by necking up a .50 BMG case to fire a .70 caliber bullet. It weighs approximately 20 lbs, fires a 1000-grain projectile over 2000 fps, and generates extreme recoil. Tests show it obliterates cinder blocks, penetrates vehicles, and creates massive damage in ballistics gel.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to the 700 BMG
  2. 01:10Comparison Firearms
  3. 02:14700 BMG Technical Overview
  4. 03:54Ammunition Explanation
  5. 04:56Sponsorship and Gear
  6. 06:05Steel Target Test
  7. 08:14Ballistics Gel Test
  8. 10:45Cinder Block Test
  9. 12:29Vehicle Penetration Test
  10. 15:52Water Jug Destruction

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the 700 BMG rifle?

The 700 BMG is a custom rifle built by Kentucky Ballistics, chambered in a wildcat cartridge of the same name. This unique round is essentially a .50 BMG case necked up to fire a .70 caliber bullet, combining massive projectile weight with significant case capacity for extreme performance.

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