Videos tagged with Armor Piercing Ammunition

This video provides a detailed, experimental comparison between the Portuguese M963 and Israeli P80 armor-piercing rounds. The host, demonstrating high expertise, tests both rounds against various thicknesses and types of steel plates, including mild steel and AR500/AR550. The M963 consistently outperforms the P80, especially against thicker and hardened steel, due to its superior penetrator design and consistent velocity.

This video appears to be a ballistic test comparing the effectiveness of body armor against 7.62x54R PKM rounds. The title explicitly mentions "Coletes à prova de bala vs munição perfurante 7,62 PKM" (Bulletproof vests vs 7.62 PKM armor-piercing ammunition) and promises a "surprising result." This suggests a demonstration and analysis of penetration capabilities, likely featuring live-fire testing.

This video tests the durability of Exodus Line steel targets against AP (Armor Piercing) ammunition, specifically M80A1 and M855A1 rounds. The description emphasizes that the AR550 steel targets are resistant to these rounds, though it strongly advises against such testing. The video also promotes various target systems from TA Targets, including Exodus, A-DAP, and Genesis lines, with discount codes and special offers available.

This expert-level guide details the disassembly of a 30mm Armor-Piercing Discarding Sabot (APDS) round, showcasing its components. The demonstration, conducted by a knowledgeable instructor from Ordnance.com, highlights the tungsten kinetic penetrator and the modular nature of the ammunition. The process emphasizes careful handling and clear presentation of specialized military-grade components.

Mark Serbu presents the "Micro 50 BMG," a compact variant of the Serbu RN-50. The video details its legal classification as a Short Barreled Rifle (SBR) to circumvent restrictions on armor-piercing handgun ammunition. Ballistics analysis using QuickLOAD software demonstrates significant retained energy from its short barrel, comparable to larger magnum cartridges. Live fire footage highlights the intense muzzle blast.

This video demonstrates the effectiveness of specialized 12 gauge slugs against body armor. The Ballistic Machinist Brass Pellet slugs (388 gr at 1670 FPS) and Steel Dumbbell rounds (505 gr at 1525 FPS) both successfully penetrated soft body armor, unlike a traditional slug which caused blunt trauma but no penetration. The test highlights the significant difference in performance between standard and specialized ammunition for armor penetration.

This video delves into the evolution of Russian handgun ammunition and pistols, from the 7.62x25mm Tokarev to modern 9x19mm AP rounds like 7N21, 7N30, and 7N31. It highlights the shift in Soviet doctrine post-WWII, leading to the 9x18mm Makarov for self-defense, and the development of specialized rounds like the 5.45x18mm for deep concealment and high-pressure 9x19mm loads for armor penetration. The discussion covers pistols like the PSM, GSh-18, and the upcoming PL-15 and Udav.

This video from Guns & Gadgets analyzes HR 125, the 'Gun Safety Not Sorry Act of 2021,' proposed by Representative Sheila Jackson Lee. The bill mandates a seven-business-day waiting period for the transfer of semi-automatic firearms, silencers, armor-piercing ammunition, and large-capacity magazines. The presenter criticizes the bill's findings as exaggerated and inaccurate, particularly the claim of one mass shooting per day. The analysis highlights how the seven-business-day period could extend to nine or ten days with holidays, and notes the government's discretion in defining 'armor-piercing ammunition.'

This experiment tested whether spinning chop saw blades could deflect or slow a .30-06 rifle round. Using a 1903 Springfield and armor-piercing ammunition, the bullet was fired through four spinning blades and then through stationary blades for comparison. The results showed no significant difference in penetration or trajectory, with the bullet keyholing into the third blade in both scenarios. The spinning motion of the blades had a negligible effect on the high-velocity projectile.

This analysis of Pennsylvania House Bill 2957, presented by The Gun Collective, details concerns regarding potential government overreach and infringement on Second Amendment rights. The bill proposes a governor-controlled state defense force, framed as a 'well-regulated militia' to address public health crises, which critics argue could function as a 'secret police force.' Furthermore, the bill includes a significant ammunition ban, restricting the sale and transfer of 'high-power firearm ammunition,' effectively targeting hollow-point and armor-piercing rounds. The speaker urges Pennsylvania residents to contact their representatives to oppose this legislation.

This video tests the M948 SLAP (Saboted Light Armor Penetrator) 7.62x51mm ammunition using a custom Arisaka rifle. Despite its design for high velocity (4000-4300 FPS) with a tungsten penetrator, aged 1985 and 1990 production rounds failed to penetrate AR450 steel plates. The likely cause is degradation of the polymer sabot over time, leading to instability and loss of armor-piercing effectiveness.

This TGC News episode reviews the Sig Sauer P320 XFive Legion, noting its significant weight due to a tungsten-infused grip module, making it one of the heaviest polymer-framed pistols. It also critically examines Atlas Arms' crowdfunding for the 'Dagny Dagger' and provides rapid updates on new products from LWRC, CCI, Taccom, and Franklin Armory. The segment concludes with a Q&A session covering industry topics and firearm culture.