Will a .50BMG Pierce the AR500 Armor Plate?

Published on October 17, 2013
Duration: 1:51

This video demonstrates a ballistics test where a .50 BMG round fired from a Barrett M82 rifle is used to test the penetration capabilities of an AR500 steel armor plate. The experiment, conducted by Matt Carriker of Demolition Ranch, confirms that the .50 BMG round successfully penetrates the AR500 plate, creating a clean hole and continuing through a tree trunk behind it. The recovered bullet fragment was noted to be extremely hot.

Quick Summary

A .50 BMG round fired from a Barrett M82 rifle was tested against an AR500 steel armor plate. The experiment confirmed that the .50 BMG round successfully penetrated the AR500 plate, creating a clean hole and continuing through a tree trunk behind it. The recovered bullet fragment was extremely hot, indicating significant energy transfer.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Experiment Introduction
  2. 00:17The Shot
  3. 00:35Impact Analysis
  4. 00:41Armor Plate Inspection
  5. 00:57Bullet Recovery
  6. 01:28Final Observations

Frequently Asked Questions

Will a .50 BMG round penetrate AR500 steel armor?

Yes, according to a test by Demolition Ranch, a .50 BMG round fired from a Barrett M82 rifle successfully penetrated an AR500 steel armor plate. The bullet created a clean hole and continued through a tree trunk behind the plate.

What rifle was used to test the AR500 armor?

The rifle used in the test was a Barrett M82, chambered in .50 BMG. This is a powerful anti-materiel rifle known for its long-range capabilities and significant stopping power.

What happened to the bullet after penetrating the armor?

After penetrating the AR500 armor plate, the .50 BMG bullet continued through a tree trunk located behind the target. The recovered bullet fragment was noted to be extremely hot.

Is AR500 steel effective against .50 BMG rounds?

No, AR500 steel armor is not designed to stop .50 BMG rounds. This test demonstrates that the high-powered .50 BMG cartridge possesses sufficient energy to penetrate AR500 steel at the tested range.

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