Videos tagged with Special Threat Armor

This video provides a beginner's guide to selecting body armor plates, breaking down the core considerations of cost, weight, and protection. It details different plate materials (steel, ceramic, polymer) and NIJ protection levels (III, IV, III+, Special Threat), explaining their respective strengths and weaknesses. The instructor demonstrates live-fire testing of Level III polymer plates against various calibers, highlighting the importance of backface deformation and the limitations against specific ammunition types like M855 green tips.

This video from TREX ARMORY provides a detailed comparison of Hesco's budget-friendly special threat body armor options, including the L210, L211, T212, and M210. It explains the concept of 'special threat' plates, which are designed for specific calibers like 5.56x45mm and 7.62x39mm, rather than NIJ levels. The discussion covers differences in threat protection, weight, price, and comfort features like multi-curve designs, offering guidance for purchasing decisions.

This video details a rigorous test of RTS Tactical's Level III+ AR600 steel body armor plates. The presenter fires various calibers, including those the plates are rated for (9mm, 5.7x28mm, .44 Magnum, 5.56x45mm M855, .308 Winchester M80) and calibers exceeding their rating (.30-06 Springfield, .460 Magnum, .50 Beowulf, 12 gauge slug). The plates demonstrate impressive multi-hit capability and stop all tested rounds, though significant impacts from higher-powered rounds cause noticeable dimpling and damage to the base coating.

This video provides an in-depth review and test of the Safe Life Defense Flexible Rifle Armor System (FRAS). Mrgunsngear visits the manufacturing facility and conducts extensive live-fire testing against multiple rifle and handgun calibers, demonstrating the armor's capabilities and limitations. The review highlights the unique construction, protection levels, and comfort compared to traditional plate carriers.