Saturday, May 24, 2008

Beowulf

Wow.  A 50 caliber used in an M4 configuration.  The power of 50 caliber for close range combat. 

They are surprisingly affordable.

(8) Comments
Posted by Owen at 1042 hrs
Firearms

  1. So, let’s see if we have this straight… a 50 caliber round heads down range out of an M4 format… did I get that right?

    Posted by Mike on May 24, 2008 at 1354 hrs


  2. You understand that the .50 Beowulf is not the same as a .50 machine gun round. It is much smaller but packs a nice shortrange punch.
    There are many calibers that can be had by purchasing upper receivers: 6.8 spc, 6.5 grendel, .458 SOCOM, 5.7 and 7.62,most with only a change in magazines. Upper receivers do not require an FFL. Try www.rockriverarms.com
    The military might upgrade to the 6.8 spc because of problems with longer range shots in Afghanistan.

    Posted by .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) on May 24, 2008 at 1536 hrs


  3. As Mr. Parker said, .50 Beowulf is not the same as the .50BMG

    - 5.56 NATO muzzle energy is roughly 1,300 ft-lbs
    - .50 Beowulf muzzle energy is roughly 2,750 ft-lbs
    - .50 BMG muzzle energy is roughly 12,750 ft-lbs

    Still a really nice upgrade from the 5.56 nato for shorter distances, while still retaining the shorter action of the M4.

    Posted by .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) on May 24, 2008 at 1604 hrs


  4. That’ll leave a mark!

    10 rounds = a half pound of lead.

    Posted by Patrick on May 24, 2008 at 1646 hrs


  5. Yes, I understand that.  When they show the round next to the 5.56, it’s even more obvious.

    Posted by Owen on May 24, 2008 at 1647 hrs


  6. - .50 Beowulf muzzle energy is roughly 2,750 ft-lbs

    I prefer my .50 in a slightly smaller package.

    http://www.pbase.com/xxpilot/image/37865822.jpg

    Posted by .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) on May 24, 2008 at 2341 hrs


  7. Better than the .50 Beowulf? how about a 12 gauge.

    .73 inches, or if you prefer, 18mm. For the shorter range, use number 1 shot gives you 25 each .30 caliber projectiles.  That is 25 chances to cut your enemy’s spine.

    Or use slugs. A single 18mm diameter projectile works pretty well.

    Of course, you can always use a grenade verion for longer ranges. With a shaped charge, it can penetrate 7 inches of rolled homogeneous steel.

    Posted by Don Meaker on May 25, 2008 at 2036 hrs


  8. The gun is affordable the ammo not so much,  unless you reload.

    Posted by .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) on May 25, 2008 at 2105 hrs


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