Videos tagged with Tactical Gear Testing

This video from Civilian Tactical explores the volatility and penetration capabilities of blue-tipped 9mm ammunition. The demonstration involves shooting a Ford Explorer door to observe the effects, highlighting the ammunition's explosive potential on soft targets and its ability to cause significant damage and smoke when impacting harder surfaces like a car door. The presenter, exhibiting experienced analysis, notes the surprising outcome of the door opening after being shot.

This video rigorously tests three off-body carry bags (Victtos, 5.11, Emerald Stock) under simulated attack scenarios by professional fighters. The tests focus on draw speed, bag durability during grappling, and accessibility under duress. The Emerald Stock bag is identified as a clear winner due to its zipper performance, durability, and size, though all bags showed strengths and weaknesses.

This video tests the penetration capabilities of Soviet-era 7.62x54R Silver Tip armor-piercing ammunition against an A2 steel ballistic plate rated for .308, fired from a Russian PKM machine gun. Surprisingly, the armor-piercing rounds, along with 5.56x45mm rounds, failed to penetrate the plate, indicating a high level of protection from the tested gear.

This video tests the visibility of muzzle flash at night using a "backyard hunting" level night vision setup. The presenter demonstrates that while a small 9mm muzzle flash might be detectable at a distance with this affordable setup, 22LR muzzle flash is not visible. The limitations of low refresh rates in accessible night vision are highlighted.

This video tests the theory that 9mm bullets generate significant heat upon impact. Using a Nox Lumi 35r thermal camera, the experiment observes a color-changing target and ballistic gel after being shot. The results indicate that while bullets do increase the temperature of the target and gel, the heat transfer into the gel is minimal and not enough to cause a burn.

This video provides a satirical look at military operations and gear, highlighting safety failures and common misconceptions. Nikko Ortiz, a veteran, uses humor to critique equipment fires, dangerous gear testing, and aviation incidents involving helicopters and transport aircraft. The content also touches on civil unrest response and foreign military hardware.

This video from Tactical Advisor tests the penetration capabilities of various firearm calibers, culminating with a .50 caliber sniper rifle, against a series of air tanks. The experiment aims to determine how many air tanks can be stopped by different rounds, providing a visual comparison of projectile energy and effectiveness. The .50 caliber rifle demonstrates significant power, penetrating multiple tanks.

This video tests the lethality and penetration capabilities of crossbow bolts fired from a shotgun. The experiment involves testing accuracy on a paper target, energy transfer into a pumpkin, and penetration through a fragmentation vest. Results indicate significant penetration and fragmentation, suggesting a potentially lethal outcome.

This video tests the compatibility of non-Glock magazines in a Glock pistol. While the Springfield and M&P Shield magazines did not seat properly without manual assistance, the experiment highlights the potential for magazine interchangeability issues and the importance of using manufacturer-specified magazines for reliable firearm operation. The presenter notes that "any magazine will work with your Glock" in a sarcastic tone after the failed attempts.

This video tests whether a camera can record its own destruction by a bullet. The experiment reveals that a bullet strike can destroy the camera's motherboard, preventing it from recording or storing any footage of the event. The camera ceased functioning immediately after being hit.

This video tests the ballistic resistance of ballistic nylon against 9mm and .22LR pistol rounds. The ballistic nylon demonstrated effectiveness against .22LR but was penetrated by 9mm rounds, with varying degrees of backface deformation depending on the number of layers. The test suggests that while ballistic nylon can stop smaller calibers, its effectiveness against larger pistol rounds is limited and dependent on material thickness.

Jay Wadsworth, Director of Combatives at EFC, discusses the critical need for integrated training in law enforcement, combining defensive tactics, firearms proficiency, and legal understanding. He highlights the shortcomings of traditional, siloed training models and emphasizes the importance of continuous, realistic practice to improve officer safety and effectiveness. EFC's approach focuses on a full-spectrum curriculum designed to bridge the gap between martial arts skills and real-world law enforcement scenarios, addressing issues like weapon retention and equipment failure under stress.