I unbox and test the Beeman BP50 straight out of the box and put it head-to-head with a
Byrna CL — real chrono numbers, ammo discussion, and practical takeaways.
This video focuses on kinetic performance (joules vs FPS), magazine/capacity
differences, and real-world recommendations: is the budget BP50 actually better value
than the popular CL?
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● How the BP50 performs straight out of the box
● Real chronograph numbers with different ammo (riot balls, rubber steel)
● Why FPS alone is misleading — how ammo weight changes kinetic energy
(joules)
● Size, capacity, CO₂ setup, and practical carry considerations
● My final pick and when to choose kinetic vs chemical rounds
Timestamps
00:00 — Intro / Unboxing
00:26 — Plan: Tests & Comparison
01:29 — Specs on the Box
02:51 — Box Contents
03:47 — Magazine & X68 Similarity
04:28 — Sights / Top Rail
06:18 — CO₂ System & O-ring
07:11 — Ammo Types Explained
09:58 — Joules vs FPS (Why Weight Matters)
11:59 — Feeding / Capacity Check
13:11 — Size Comparison (BP50 vs CL)
18:41 — BP50 Chrono Results
24:12 — CL Chrono Results
31:28 — Side-by-Side Comparison & Verdict
34:14 — Rubber Steel Ball Test
40:44 — Accessories & Mounts
41:54 — Final Thoughts
Short summary / Verdict
Kinetically the Beeman BP50 performs very well for its price — excellent value for
kinetic ammo — while the Byrna CL is stronger in chemical load per shot but shows
inconsistent and weak kinetic numbers in our tests.
Testing the Beeman Protect BP50 .50 cal less lethal launcher against the Byrna CL .61 cal launcher
Comparing Price, Power, and Size of these two launchers. How many Joules? $119 vs. $549? Which is stronger?
Beeman Protect BP50 .50 Caliber Projectile Launcher CO2 Powered Air Pistol – Black
Byrna CL Launcher – Universal Kit
Seamless 0.50 Cal. PVC/Steel Balls Self Defense Less Lethal
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Thanks to @THELESSLETHALSPOT
