Videos tagged with Fragmentation Coating

This video demonstrates a durability test of an AR500 Armor plate against handgun fire. Johnny Q, a tactical gear content creator, fires 9mm rounds at the plate, showcasing significant backface deformation and damage to the fragmentation coating. The test highlights the plate's ability to withstand impacts while also illustrating the physical changes that occur upon bullet strike.

This video tests Premier Body Armor's Level III steel plate, demonstrating its performance against various rifle rounds. Initially advertised to stop M193, the plate was shown to be penetrated by it. However, subsequent testing with standard 223 FMJ 55-grain ammunition showed the plate successfully stopped multiple rounds without penetration, though fragmentation coating separated and fragments were expelled. The plate also stopped M855A1. The instructor emphasizes that while the plate performs as expected for its class, its thinness impacts fragmentation containment compared to heavier options, and users should consider weight, thickness, and cost trade-offs when selecting armor.