Videos tagged with Armor Piercing Ammunition

This video tests the penetration capabilities of Soviet-era 7.62x54R Silver Tip armor-piercing ammunition against an A2 steel ballistic plate rated for .308, fired from a Russian PKM machine gun. Surprisingly, the armor-piercing rounds, along with 5.56x45mm rounds, failed to penetrate the plate, indicating a high level of protection from the tested gear.

The Ninth Circuit ruled California's per-purchase ammunition background check system unconstitutional, finding it infringes on the Second Amendment right to keep arms operable. However, the ruling is stayed pending California's request for rehearing, meaning current checks remain in effect. The decision did not affect bans on large-capacity magazines or federal prohibitions on ammunition possession by prohibited persons.

This video highlights critical legal considerations for ammunition choices, particularly in self-defense scenarios. It warns that possessing certain types of ammunition, like armor-piercing rounds, can be illegal depending on state laws. Furthermore, the speaker emphasizes that even legal ammunition, if perceived by a judge as excessively destructive or marketed as such (e.g., 'zombie killer' rounds), could lead to severe legal consequences, including murder charges, due to perceived intent.

This video provides a comprehensive overview of critical ammunition regulations impacting gun owners, particularly in the post-Bruen era. It details 10 key rules, including requirements for background checks, restrictions on online sales, magazine capacity limits, and bans on specific ammunition types like armor-piercing and incendiary rounds. The content emphasizes the importance of staying informed about varying state and federal laws regarding purchase, storage, and transportation to ensure compliance.

This video from TA Targets demonstrates the extreme durability of their AR550 steel targets. Through an abuse test involving armor-piercing ammunition, the half-inch thick C-zone target shows remarkable resistance to penetration and deformation, even when subjected to rounds designed to defeat armor. The test highlights the target's ability to withstand significant abuse without compromising its integrity.

This video demonstrates the significant difference in durability between AR500 and AR550 steel target systems when subjected to high-velocity armor-piercing ammunition. The presenter, Brenon from TA Targets, showcases how their 3/8" AR500 Genesis target is easily penetrated by 300 Winchester Magnum AP rounds, while their 1/2" AR550 Exodus target remains undamaged. The content emphasizes that not all steel is created equal and highlights the superior engineering and material science behind TA Targets' premium AR550 systems, positioning them as a long-lasting, reliable investment.

This video discusses the historical prohibition of handgun armor-piercing ammunition, enacted in 1968 to curb gang violence. It explains how such rounds are constructed, typically with a tungsten core, and argues that modern advancements in body armor, like Level IV plates, render the original prohibition obsolete as they can stop even advanced handgun rounds.

This video from Forgotten Weapons, featuring Ian McCollum, explains why antitank rifles were not designed or used as sniper rifles. The core reason lies in the inherent differences in ammunition requirements and manufacturing complexities between the two weapon types. Sniping demands extreme precision, which is difficult to achieve with the specialized, multi-component armor-piercing ammunition typically used in antitank rifles.

This video provides an expert-level analysis of the steel thickness required to stop .338 Lapua Magnum rounds, differentiating between standard precision loads and specialized armor-piercing (AP) ammunition. The host, demonstrating high authority and expertise, details the penetration capabilities against various steel types, including AR500 and AR550, and mild steel up to 1.5 inches. The findings are crucial for understanding terminal ballistics and material resistance against high-power rifle threats.

This video tests Fire Quest armor-piercing shotgun ammunition against AR500 SA2 steel armor. The test reveals that while the ammunition left a mark, it failed to penetrate the AR500 steel. The armor's rating for 'penetrating threats' or 'green tips' provided additional defense.

This video provides a comprehensive breakdown of ammunition, explaining its four core components: case, primer, powder, and projectile. It clarifies the meaning and limitations of caliber, highlighting critical differences between seemingly similar cartridges like .223 Remington and 5.56 NATO. The guide also details various bullet types (FMJ, JHP, Soft Point, Frangible, Ballistic Tip) and their applications, along with specialty rounds like +P and subsonic, emphasizing safe and informed ammunition selection based on firearm compatibility and intended use.

This video demonstrates a high-risk ballistic experiment using a Serbu BFG-50A .50 BMG rifle to detonate gasoline, oxygen, and acetylene mixtures. The channel's host, Edwin Sarkissian, known for his expertise in recreational ballistics, showcases the destructive power of .50 caliber armor-piercing rounds against volatile targets, resulting in massive fireballs and explosions. The experiment also includes a secondary engagement with an AK-47 for cleanup.