Bulletproof Masks vs The Most RIDICULOUS Guns (50 BMG Pistol, Double Barrel 1911, Glock 50 & More)

Published on February 24, 2025
Duration: 23:38

This video tests the limits of Level IIIA bulletproof masks against extreme firearms, including a 50 BMG pistol and a double-barrel 1911. While the masks stop projectiles from most handguns and shotguns, significant energy transfer causes severe damage to ballistic dummies, highlighting the difference between penetration and survivability. The 50 BMG round, though stopped, completely destroys the mask and dummy.

Quick Summary

Level IIIA bulletproof masks were tested against firearms up to .50 BMG. While they stopped projectiles from most handguns and shotguns, extreme energy transfer caused severe damage to ballistic dummies, highlighting that stopping a round doesn't guarantee survivability.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro & Mask Rating
  2. 01:53Shotgun Tests: 12 & 10 Gauge
  3. 09:15Melee Test: Fireman's Axe
  4. 10:25Handgun Tests: .357 SIG & .45 ACP
  5. 14:16High-Power Handguns: .460 Rowland & .50 GI
  6. 16:59Extreme Handguns: .50 AE & .50 BMG

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the rating of the bulletproof masks tested in the video?

The bulletproof masks tested are rated up to Level IIIA, meaning they are designed to stop handgun rounds up to .44 Magnum caliber.

Can a bulletproof mask stop a 50 BMG round?

While the mask in the video surprisingly stopped the lead-core .50 BMG round from penetrating, the extreme energy transfer completely destroyed the mask and was non-survivable for the wearer.

What is the difference between stopping a bullet and surviving a hit?

Stopping a bullet means preventing penetration. Surviving a hit also depends on energy transfer, which can cause severe blunt force trauma, broken bones, or internal injuries even if the projectile doesn't pass through.

What firearms were tested against the bulletproof masks?

The test included shotguns (12-gauge, 10-gauge), handguns (.357 SIG, .45 ACP, .460 Rowland, .50 GI, .50 AE), and an extreme .50 BMG pistol.

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