AR500 Armor vs MK46 Belt Fed 5.56

Published on January 4, 2016
Duration: 3:46

This video tests AR500 Armor Level III steel plates against a MK46 belt-fed machine gun firing 5.56mm M855 ammunition. The AR500 plate successfully stopped all rounds, demonstrating its resilience despite the carrier being destroyed by the high volume of fire. The test highlights the effectiveness of steel armor against common rifle calibers.

Quick Summary

The AR500 Armor Level III plate successfully stopped all 5.56mm M855 rounds fired from a MK46 belt-fed machine gun. While the ballistic carrier was destroyed by the 100-round burst, the steel plate itself showed no penetrations.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: AR500 Armor & MK46 Setup
  2. 01:00Live Fire: 100 Rounds of 5.56mm M855
  3. 01:34Post-Test Analysis: Plate Integrity & Carrier Damage

Frequently Asked Questions

Did the AR500 Armor Level III plate stop the 5.56mm rounds from the MK46?

Yes, the AR500 Armor Level III plate successfully stopped all M855 5.56mm rounds fired from the MK46 machine gun during the test. The plate itself showed no penetrations, though the carrier was destroyed.

What type of ammunition was used in the MK46 machine gun for the armor test?

The MK46 machine gun was loaded with a 100-round belt of M855 62-grain 'green tip' 5.56mm ammunition for the ballistic armor test.

What was the condition of the armor carrier after the MK46 test?

The ballistic armor carrier holding the AR500 plate was visibly shredded and destroyed by the sustained fire from the MK46 machine gun, even though the plate itself remained intact.

How does the MK46 compare to the M249 SAW?

The MK46 is described as a lighter, shorter-barreled version of the M249 SAW (Squad Automatic Weapon), designed for increased maneuverability while retaining similar firepower.

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