6.5 Carcano Catching the Bullet and Penetration Test

In our last 6.5 Carcano video, we tested the penetration power of 6.5 Carcano bullets on 1 inch thick pieces of pine board at close range. In this video, we attempt to finish those penetration tests as well as catch the bullets. So we beefed up the width of the pine wood boards. We figured the 6.5 Carcano has a lot of penetration power, so we made sure to cut a lot of wood for multiple tests. We want to see how deformed the bullet is, how much wood it penetrated and how consistent they are. A very interesting idea was brought up on a Joe Rogan podcast, and it peaked my interest for this video.

We tested PPU and Steinel Ammo brands

The 6.5x52mm bullet was the first successful 6.5 caliber in military use. It was adopted in 1890 by Italy and would be used in the series of rifles known as Carcanos (M1891, M91/38, M41, M38 Cavalry Carbine, etc). At the time, smokeless powder was a new innovation, which allowed the 6.5 Carcano to travel about 2,400ft/s. The bullet's slender torpedo shape makes it one of the odder calibers but its design would be ok for World War One standards. It's strengths include penetration depth at longer ranges, flatter trajectory, lighter weight, and less recoil. This round was used by the Italian Military up until the end of World War 2.

Note: according to Steinels website, the particular cast RN bullet we used is actually not recommended for carbines as it may be prone to destabalizing when fired from a shorter barrel. It is recommended for full length rifles.

Here is the first 6.5 Carcano bullet penetration test video
   • 6.5 Carcano Bullet Penetration Test  

Ernest Jimenez World Record shot with an M1891 in 6.5 Carcano    • Italian 1891 M91 Paraviccini Carcano ...  

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