Videos tagged with NIJ Level IV

The Garand Thumb video tests the Russian 6B45 Granite body armor against various NATO calibers, finding it performs exceptionally well, comparable to NIJ Level IV standards despite its lightweight and thin profile. It successfully stops 7.62x39mm, 5.56x45mm (including M855A1), 7.62x51mm, and even .30-06 AP rounds, with only the high-energy .300 Winchester Magnum causing complete destruction, though still preventing penetration. The review highlights the effectiveness of modern Russian armor and cautions against underestimating adversaries.

This YouTube video delves into the testing methodologies for body armor, specifically addressing why clay boxes are used in these evaluations. It highlights the importance of understanding NIJ Standards for consumers to make informed purchasing decisions. The video breaks down various NIJ Levels, including Level IIA, Level II, Level IIIA, Level III, and Level IV, and also touches upon the commonly offered Level III+ protection. The content aims to educate viewers about the capabilities and standards governing body armor.

This video provides a detailed ballistic test of a Chinese-manufactured Universal Armor Level 4 ballistic plate, sourced from Workerkit. The test, conducted by Polenar Tactical, assesses the plate's performance against 5.56mm, 7.62x39mm, and 7.62x54R rounds. Despite significant backface deformation, particularly with the Mosin Nagant round, the plate successfully prevented penetration in all tests, leading to a recommendation as a budget-friendly option.

This video from Brownells debunks the myth that ceramic body armor is a 'one-hit wonder.' Through practical testing, Steve and Caleb demonstrate that modern RMA Level 4 ceramic plates can withstand multiple high-caliber impacts, specifically 11 hits from .308 rounds, without penetration. The testing shows significant evolution in armor technology, proving modern ceramic plates offer substantial multi-hit protection.

This video tests a Chinese-made 'Last Stand Armor' Level IV ceramic plate against American 5.56mm rifle ammunition. Both M193 and M855 rounds failed to penetrate the plate, demonstrating its effectiveness against common rifle threats. However, the M855 round caused more significant backface deformation, indicating potential blunt force trauma to the wearer.

This video features a penetration test pitting LA Police Gear Level 4 body armor against a .300 Win Mag rifle round. The description details the plate's specifications, including its NIJ Level IV rating, dimensions, weight, construction (PE+Alumina), single curve design, multi-hit capability, and 5-year shelf life. It also provides affiliate links for the armor, targets, lights, holsters, and apparel. The creator emphasizes the armor's performance and encourages viewers to support the channel through various means. The video aims to demonstrate the ballistic resistance of the armor against a powerful rifle caliber.

A $100 Chinese-made Level IV standalone ballistic plate, constructed from alumina and polyethylene, surprisingly exceeded expectations in testing. Despite significant damage to the ceramic layer from multiple rifle and handgun rounds, the plate prevented full penetration, demonstrating impressive resilience for its price point. The test highlights that budget-friendly armor can offer viable life-saving protection in civilian contexts.