Videos tagged with Lightweight Armor

This video provides a comprehensive test and review of the RMA Armament Gen2 1165 RF3 rated lightweight armor plate. The reviewer, with extensive experience in wearing armor, conducts rigorous ballistic testing against various calibers including 300 Win Mag, M80A1, M193, M855, 7.62x39, 10mm, and 9mm. The plate demonstrates impressive performance, stopping all tested rounds initially and showcasing its edge-to-edge protection, though it eventually fails after significant compromise.

This video reviews Guard Dog Armor's new SIC multicurve Level 3+ plates, highlighting their performance against common rifle rounds like M193 and M855, as well as .308 Winchester. The instructor emphasizes their lightweight design (5.3 lbs), multi-curve technology, and excellent spall containment and low backface deformation, making them a high-value option for plate carriers.

This video tests the penetration capabilities of a lightweight backpack armor insert against a 9mm round fired from a 16-inch barrel. The test demonstrates that while the armor stopped the projectile, the longer barrel did not significantly increase the 9mm's armor-piercing potential. The insert is identified as a 'República Blindada' product.

This video features Shortshot Tony, a tactical gear influencer, demonstrating the benefits of lightweight polyethylene armor plates. He highlights their significantly lower weight compared to ceramic or steel plates, their multi-hit Level 3 protection, and a unique buoyancy feature. The video also includes a brief showcase of the Tekto F3 Charlie folding knife.

This video details the testing of the new RMA RF2 Plus armor plate, designed to bridge the gap between Level 3 and Level 4 protection. The presenter conducts rigorous ballistic tests using various rifle calibers, including M855, M855A1, .30-06 black tip AP, and the high-pressure 6.8x51mm cartridge. The armor demonstrates impressive performance, stopping all rated threats and even exceeding expectations on a fresh plate against the 6.8x51mm round, while highlighting the importance of backface deformation considerations.

This video details a massive sale event for Guard Dog Armor, offering a 25% discount on a wide range of ballistic protection. The instructor highlights significant price reductions on Level 3A helmets, Level 3+ and Level 4 armor plates, and anti-spall sleeves. He emphasizes the quality and value of Guard Dog Armor's offerings, particularly their lightweight UHMWPE options and the importance of anti-spall sleeves for steel armor.

This video provides a deal alert for RMA Armament Level IV body armor. The instructor highlights significant price drops on two models: the standard 1155 plate for $99 and a lightweight, multi-curve version for $199. He emphasizes the advantages of ceramic and HDP over steel, including SPA protection and lighter weight, and details the construction and protective capabilities of each plate.

This video provides a comprehensive test of the RMA 1165 Level IV ballistic plate, demonstrating its performance against various threats including handgun rounds, 5.56mm projectiles (M193 and M855) from different barrel lengths, .30-06 ball, and M2 AP rounds. The instructor, Chris from Regular Guy Training, emphasizes the plate's lightweight design and its ability to meet and exceed NIJ standards, particularly regarding backface deformation.

This video features a comprehensive ballistic test of the RMA Armament 1165 Level IV rifle plates. The instructor demonstrates the plates' ability to stop various rifle calibers, including 5.56 NATO, M855 green tip, .308 Winchester, .30-06 Springfield, and even the powerful .338 Lapua Magnum. The test highlights the plates' lightweight design, affordability, and multi-hit capability due to their alumina oxide construction.

This video, a paid partnership, features an experimental test of styrofoam body armor's ability to stop a .308 round. The title highlights the surprising effectiveness of this lightweight material in a tactical scenario. The video aims to showcase innovative civilian tactical applications and everyday carry considerations.

This video from Predator Armor tests the ballistic performance of their Level III lightweight UHMWPE body armor against M855 ammunition fired from 30 yards. The description highlights the plate's lightweight (3.5 lbs), thin profile (0.8 inches), and multicurve design for enhanced comfort and mobility. It also states the plate meets and exceeds NIJ Level III standards, capable of stopping M80 Ball and higher velocity M193 rounds. The product is emphasized as being 100% made in the USA.

This video features Johnny Q demonstrating the Safe Life Defense Flexible Rifle Armor Plate (FRAP). He highlights its lightweight nature (3.97 lbs for a 10x12 plate) compared to traditional rigid plates (9-10 lbs) and emphasizes its high flexibility, allowing it to conform to the body. The FRAP is rated to stop rifle rounds up to .308 caliber, including common threats like 9mm, .223, 5.56, and 7.62.