Videos tagged with Body Armor Durability

This video tests the durability of a $25 Temu body armor vest against a 75-pound crossbow bolt. While the armor stopped the bolt, it penetrated approximately two-thirds of the way through, indicating it is not arrow-proof despite being rated for 9mm and .223 rounds. The test highlights the limitations of budget body armor against different types of threats.

This video tests the effectiveness of a US Military surplus flak vest, likely from the Vietnam to Grenada era, against various modern ammunition calibers. Despite its age and intended purpose of stopping fragmentation, the vest demonstrated surprising resilience, stopping .22LR, .38 Special, and .45 ACP rounds. It only failed against a high-velocity 9mm round fired from a short-barreled submachine gun, showing partial penetration. The instructor highlights that even old Kevlar can retain some protective capability, though it's not rated for direct bullet impact.

This video demonstrates the ballistic performance of a UARM Level 3 body armor plate against an AK-47 firing 7.62x39mm FMJ ammunition. The plate successfully stopped multiple rounds, showing impressive durability and resistance to penetration, even after sustained fire in the same area. The presenter highlights the plate's lightweight nature and good construction.

This video tests the durability of RMA Body Armor plates against ballistic threats. The armor successfully withstood multiple impacts from 7.62x39mm rounds fired at close range, demonstrating its ability to handle significant punishment before failure.

This video tests the penetration capabilities of a 500 S&W Magnum round against a ceramic SAPI plate. The 700-grain Underwood Ammunition round, while powerful, was stopped by the plate after multiple impacts. The test highlights the plate's ability to absorb significant energy, though it demonstrates that even stopped rounds can transfer substantial force, as evidenced by damage to a watermelon placed behind the plate.