Videos tagged with Level 3A Armor

This guide details the assembly of a comprehensive 'Get Home Bag' by The Gun Dungeon host, designed for emergency return trips. It emphasizes a layered approach to survival, protection, and firepower, featuring a custom AR-15 .300 Blackout, a Glock 26 sidearm, a plate carrier with Level 3A armor, and a robust MOLLE backpack packed with essential survival tools, medical supplies, shelter, and cooking equipment. The host, with years of experience carrying such a setup, prioritizes water, heat, and shelter.

This video pits the 5.7x28mm cartridge against the 9mm in a ballistic test, specifically focusing on their performance against Level IIIA body armor and ballistic gel. The title and description highlight a direct comparison to determine which round is superior for self-defense scenarios. The content is geared towards firearm enthusiasts interested in ballistics and defensive ammunition effectiveness. It explicitly states that no firearms or ammunition are for sale and all testing is conducted safely on a private range.

This video tests traditional Samurai weapons against modern Level 3A body armor and ballistic helmets. While slashes from a katana and Naginata could damage the armor, they generally failed to penetrate. However, a thrust from the katana and a stab from the Tanto proved effective against soft armor. A baseball bat caused significant blunt force trauma, and a longbow with broadheads penetrated the armor at close range. The Kabutowari failed to penetrate the helmet.

This video from GUNBROS provides an expert-level breakdown of body armor ratings according to NIJ standards. It clarifies that ratings are not a 1-10 scale and details the specific threats each level is designed to stop, from handgun calibers with Level 3A to armor-piercing rifle rounds with Level 4. The presentation highlights the distinction between official NIJ ratings and industry terms like Level 3+.

This video tests the extreme power of a modern Punt Gun, 'Fury', against various levels of body armor. While Level 4 ceramic plates stopped the projectile, the immense kinetic energy transfer from the 1-pound lead ball still destroyed the ballistic dummy, indicating a fatal blunt force trauma. The Punt Gun's 1.68-inch bore and massive recoil were highlighted through comparisons and visual demonstrations.

This destructive test reveals that a Ramset powder-actuated nail gun can penetrate Level 3A body armor and 1.5-inch thick bulletproof glass, despite the glass previously stopping shotgun slugs and pistol rounds. However, the nail gun failed to penetrate a hardened railroad tie plate that had stopped rifle rounds. The test highlights the difference between blunt force and concentrated pressure impacts.

This video tests the ballistic resistance of a Level 3A armored hoodie from Wonder Hoodie against various firearms, including a .50 AE Desert Eagle. While the hoodie successfully stopped a point-blank .50 AE round and shotgun slugs, it was penetrated by sustained 9mm fire. The test highlights the effectiveness of soft armor against handgun rounds but also its limitations under rapid fire.

The First Spear Strandögg plate carrier is highlighted for its professional-grade construction and comfort, featuring the proprietary 'Tubes' quick-release system. Its interior boasts 3D mesh padding for breathability, and it supports side armor and a laser-cut MOLLE system. While expensive, the quality and comfort are deemed justifiable for serious users.

This video provides a comprehensive review and testing of Prot3k's Level 3 and Level 3A body armor backpacks. The testing evaluates the armor's effectiveness against various common rifle and pistol calibers, including 9mm, .45 ACP, .223, 5.56mm, .308, 6.5 Creedmoor, and 7.62x39mm. The reviewer highlights the affordability and portability of these ballistic backpacks, positioning them as a passive self-defense option. The content is intended for educational and entertainment purposes, with a disclaimer emphasizing that all demonstrations occur on a private range under professional supervision and should not be replicated at home.

This video provides a review and testing of Shot Stop Level 3A body armor panels, including the Ballistic Board. The armor is highlighted for its lightweight properties, with Level III+ plates under 5 lbs and IIIA panels just over 1 lb. The testing involves common handgun calibers such as 9mm, .40 S&W, and .45 ACP. The description emphasizes the versatility of the Ballistic Board for various defensive applications like backpacks, whiteboards, workplaces, and schools. It also includes disclaimers about the private range testing under professional supervision and advises against imitation. Support and purchase links for the channel are provided.

This TFB TV video tests Ventura Munitions' 10mm loads featuring Lehigh Defense projectiles against Level 3A armor. Both the 115gr Extreme Defender and 140gr Extreme Penetrator successfully penetrated the aramid plate, exceeding expectations. An experiment with a backward-seated bullet demonstrated that nose geometry and frontal surface area are critical for defeating armor, rather than just velocity or weight.