DOLLAR TREE BODY ARMOR (12.00 DIY RIFLE RATED ???)

Published on March 18, 2020
Duration: 9:45

This video details a DIY attempt to create rifle-rated body armor using only items purchased from the Dollar Tree. The creator constructs a makeshift plate by layering rocks within baking pans, baking the glue to set them, and then sandwiching and taping the pans together with a book as a backing. The resulting armor is then tested against 9mm, 5.56 NATO, and 7.62x39mm rounds, with mixed results that highlight the limitations of such improvised materials for actual ballistic protection.

Quick Summary

DIY Dollar Tree body armor, constructed from baking pans, rocks, glue, and a book, was tested against various calibers. It successfully stopped a 9mm round and at least one 5.56 NATO round, but failed against a 7.62x39mm round. This project is for entertainment only and should not be relied upon for protection.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Dollar Tree Body Armor Challenge
  2. 00:24Gathering Materials from Dollar Tree
  3. 00:59DIY Construction: Baking Pans and Glue
  4. 01:43Adding Rocks and Baking
  5. 01:59Assembling and Taping the Armor
  6. 02:07Adding the Book Backing
  7. 02:48Range Test: Firing the DIY Armor
  8. 02:539mm Test Results
  9. 03:145.56 NATO Rifle Round Test
  10. 03:41Second 5.56 NATO Test and Penetration
  11. 04:177.62x39mm AK-47 Round Test
  12. 04:41Disassembly and Inside Look
  13. 04:54Analysis of Bullet Trapping
  14. 05:13Final Thoughts and Disclaimer

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Dollar Tree body armor stop rifle rounds?

In a DIY test, Dollar Tree body armor made from baking pans, rocks, glue, and a book was able to stop at least one 5.56 NATO round. However, it failed to stop a 7.62x39mm round and was compromised by multiple 5.56 hits. This type of improvised armor is not reliable for actual protection.

How was the DIY Dollar Tree body armor constructed?

The armor was made by filling Dollar Tree baking pans with decorative rocks, setting them with glue baked in an oven, then sandwiching the pans together. A book was added as a backing, and the entire assembly was wrapped in duct tape.

What calibers were tested against the DIY body armor?

The DIY Dollar Tree body armor was tested against a 9mm round, which it stopped. It also stopped at least one 5.56 NATO rifle round but failed against a 7.62x39mm AK-47 round.

Is it safe to rely on homemade body armor from Dollar Tree items?

No, it is extremely dangerous to rely on homemade body armor made from Dollar Tree items. This DIY project is for entertainment purposes only and is not a substitute for certified ballistic protection. Attempting to use it could result in severe injury or death.

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