M2 50 Caliber Machine Gun vs Car

This video gives you a slow motion view of what the M2 50 Caliber Machine Gun (and I’m guessing some exploding targets) can do to a car.

M2 Machine Gun Specs:

  • Cartridge: .50 BMG (12.7×99mm NATO)
  • Action: Short recoil-operated
  • Rate of Fire:
    • 485–635 rounds/min (M2HB)
    • 750–850 rounds/min (AN/M2)
    • 1,200 rounds/min (AN/M3)
  • Muzzle Velocity: 2,910 ft/s (890 m/s) for M33 ball
  • Effective Firing Range: 1,800 m (2,000 yd)
  • Maximum Firing Range: 6,800 m (7,400 yd)
  • Feed System: Belt-fed (M2 or M9 links)
  • Weight:
    • 38 kg (83.78 lb)
    • 58 kg (127.87 lb) with tripod and T&E
  • Length: 1,654 mm (65.1 in)
  • Barrel Length: 1,143 mm (45.0 in)