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About 50 BMG Ammunition
The .50 BMG (Browning Machine Gun) cartridge was developed during World War I, officially seeing adoption by the United States Army in 1921. Known for its incredible power and long-range capabilities, the 50 BMG has seen extensive use in anti-materiel rifles and heavy machine guns. This round is synonymous with military use, but it has also found a place in long-range shooting sports and other civilian use cases.
Types of 50 BMG Loadings
- Full Metal Jacket (FMJ): Like the name suggests, these types of loadings feature projectiles which are adorned with metal jacketing. This jacket is generally made of copper and will cover the tip and sides of the projectile. Typically, the base of the projectile is left uncoated.These types of loadings are well-suited for range use and are some of the most common types of ammo one will encounter.
- Full Metal Jacket Boat Tail (FMJBT): Like FMJ loadings, ammunition of this type features a projectile that is fully encapsulated in a metal jacket. This metal is generally going to be of the copper variety. Typical FMJ projectiles feature a flat base while boat tail projectiles feature a tapered base which resembles a boat tail. This geometry promotes accuracy and high velocities.
Firearms that Use 50 BMG Ammo
Firearms chambered in 50 BMG are typically found in the form of bolt action or semi-automatic rifles. These firearms are typically designed for long-range precision and are large in scale. Notable models include the Barrett M82, the McMillan TAC-50, and the Serbu BFG-50.
Use Cases for 50 BMG Ammunition
- Plinking
- Long-Range Precision Shooting
- Competition
Popular Brands: 50 BMG Ammo
Caliber Name Variations
- .50 BMG
- .50 Browning
- .50 Browning Machine Gun
- 12.7x99mm NATO
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