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Published on October 21, 2022
Duration: 0:59

This test evaluates Firequest .50 BMG tracer sabot rounds fired from a 12-gauge shotgun against a Safe Life Defense Level 3A backpack panel. While the armor successfully stopped the projectile, the tracer round caused extreme thermal damage, igniting the material and leaving molten lead residue. The test highlights the thermal effects of specialty ammunition on ballistic protection.

Quick Summary

A .50 BMG tracer sabot round fired from a 12-gauge shotgun impacted a Level 3A body armor panel. While the armor stopped the projectile, the tracer caused extreme thermal damage, igniting the material and melting the bullet.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Specialty Ammo
  2. 00:08Test Setup: Body Armor Target
  3. 00:28Live Fire: Impact and Ignition
  4. 00:40Analysis: Melted Projectile & Armor Damage

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of ammunition was tested against body armor?

The test used Firequest .50 BMG / M17 Tracer Sabot rounds, which are designed to be fired from a 12-gauge shotgun. These rounds feature a tracer element.

Did the .50 BMG tracer round penetrate the Level 3A body armor?

No, the Safe Life Defense Level 3A backpack panel successfully stopped the projectile. However, the tracer round caused significant thermal damage and ignited the armor material.

What was the effect of the tracer round on the projectile itself?

The intense heat generated by the tracer element caused the .50 BMG projectile to melt. Liquid lead was observed pouring out of the bullet after impact.

What kind of body armor was used in the test?

A Safe Life Defense Level 3A backpack panel was used for the test. This type of armor is designed to stop various handgun threats and some rifle rounds.

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