700 NITRO vs BODY ARMOR!!! (World’s Biggest Elephant Gun)

Published on October 29, 2021
Duration: 12:38

This video tests Premier Body Armor Level 4 plates against various calibers, culminating in a 700 Nitro Express round. While standard rifle rounds and 12 gauge buckshot were stopped with minimal deformation, the 700 Nitro Express, despite its immense power, managed to stop the plate. However, the impact completely delaminated and destroyed the armor.

Quick Summary

Premier Body Armor Level 4 plates were tested against various calibers, including the 700 Nitro Express. While the plates stopped 5.56mm, 7.62x39mm, and 12 gauge buckshot, the 700 Nitro Express completely delaminated and destroyed the Level 4 plate upon impact, though it did prevent penetration.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro Skit
  2. 01:25Introducing Body Armor Test
  3. 02:165.56mm & 7.62x39mm vs Armor
  4. 04:3412 Gauge Buckshot vs Armor
  5. 06:49Caliber Size Comparison
  6. 07:26700 Nitro Express vs Level 4 Plate
  7. 08:32Post-Shot Analysis

Frequently Asked Questions

Can a 700 Nitro Express penetrate Level 4 body armor?

In this test by Kentucky Ballistics, a 700 Nitro Express round impacted a Premier Body Armor Level 4 plate. While the plate stopped the projectile, the immense energy completely delaminated and destroyed the armor.

What calibers did Kentucky Ballistics test against Level 4 body armor?

The test included standard rounds like 5.56x45mm and 7.62x39mm, 12 gauge buckshot, and culminated with the extremely powerful 700 Nitro Express cartridge.

How did the 700 Nitro Express affect the Level 4 body armor plate?

The 700 Nitro Express round, despite being stopped by the Level 4 plate, delivered such extreme kinetic energy that it caused the plate to delaminate and be completely destroyed.

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