The Quietest 50 BMG Ever ??? (Carbon Fiber 50 BMG Suppressed)

Published on October 5, 2023
Duration: 18:54

This video from Kentucky Ballistics features Scott demonstrating a suppressed McMillan TAC-50 rifle with a carbon fiber barrel, aiming for the quietest .50 BMG experience. He conducts baseline testing with a Desert Tech HTI, compares supersonic and subsonic .50 BMG rounds, and tests terminal ballistics against a vehicle, body armor, and ballistics gel. Scott's high-energy presentation and deep knowledge of extreme ballistics establish him as a subject matter expert.

Quick Summary

The quietest .50 BMG setup explored features a McMillan TAC-50 with a carbon fiber barrel and a CGS titanium suppressor using subsonic ammunition. This configuration significantly reduces sound, while subsonic rounds still demonstrate impressive penetration against vehicles and body armor, as shown in detailed ballistics tests.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Sponsor
  2. 01:14McMillan TAC-50 Specifications
  3. 02:48Baseline Sound Testing
  4. 03:25Suppressed .50 BMG Testing
  5. 05:16Subsonic Ballistics vs. Vehicle
  6. 08:00Body Armor and Furby Test
  7. 10:50Viscous Liquid Impact
  8. 12:05Ballistics Gel Analysis
  9. 13:51100-Yard Accuracy and Steel

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the McMillan TAC-50 with a carbon fiber barrel quieter?

The McMillan TAC-50 achieves a quieter profile through the use of a CGS Group titanium suppressor and subsonic .50 BMG ammunition, significantly reducing the audible report compared to unsuppressed supersonic rounds. The carbon fiber barrel also contributes to weight reduction and potentially heat management.

How effective are subsonic .50 BMG rounds against targets like vehicles and body armor?

Subsonic .50 BMG rounds retain substantial energy and penetration power. The video demonstrates their ability to impact a vehicle and test the limits of Level 4 body armor, highlighting significant terminal effects despite their reduced velocity.

What is the purpose of testing subsonic .50 BMG rounds on viscous liquids and ballistics gel?

Testing on viscous liquids like syrup and ballistics gel helps visualize the terminal ballistics of the subsonic .50 BMG round. It demonstrates the projectile's energy transfer, temporary cavity formation, and tumbling behavior upon impact, providing insights into its stopping power.

What is the role of the Desert Tech HTI in this video?

The Desert Tech HTI bullpup rifle is used to establish a baseline sound measurement for unsuppressed .50 BMG fire. This allows for a direct comparison to the suppressed McMillan TAC-50, showcasing the effectiveness of the suppressor and subsonic ammunition.

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