AR500 Armor vs 458 SOCOM

Published on July 6, 2015
Duration: 6:39

This test evaluates the performance of an AR-15 chambered in .458 SOCOM against an AR500 Armor Level III steel plate. Despite multiple high-energy impacts from Underwood Ammo's 300-grain Lehigh Xtreme Penetrator rounds, the steel plate remained intact, though the anti-spalling coating was compromised. The test demonstrates the significant stopping power of the .458 SOCOM caliber and the resilience of AR500 armor.

Quick Summary

The AR500 Armor Level III steel plate successfully stopped multiple .458 SOCOM rounds fired from an AR-15. Despite the high energy impacts (approx. 2300 ft-lbs) from Underwood Ammo's 300gr Lehigh Xtreme Penetrator, the 1/4-inch thick plate was not penetrated, though its anti-spalling coating was compromised.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Equipment
  2. 01:07First Shot Test Setup
  3. 02:04Initial Impact Analysis
  4. 03:23Rapid Fire Stress Test
  5. 03:47Final Inspection & Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What caliber rifle was used to test the AR500 armor plate?

The rifle used in the test was an AR-15 chambered in .458 SOCOM. This powerful caliber was compared to a .45-70 for its significant energy transfer capabilities.

What type of ammunition was fired at the AR500 armor plate?

The ammunition used was Underwood Ammo's 300-grain Lehigh Xtreme Penetrator in .458 SOCOM caliber, traveling at approximately 1840 fps and delivering nearly 2300 foot-pounds of energy.

Did the .458 SOCOM rounds penetrate the AR500 Level III armor plate?

No, the AR500 Armor Level III steel plate, measuring 1/4-inch thick, was not penetrated by the .458 SOCOM rounds, even after multiple high-energy impacts.

What happened to the anti-spalling coating on the armor plate?

The anti-spalling coating on the AR500 armor plate peeled and was compromised by the impacts of the .458 SOCOM rounds. However, the steel plate itself remained intact.

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