Can you shoot through an APC with a Glock?

Published on November 15, 2025
Duration: 1:04

This video tests the penetration capabilities of the 6.5mm CBJ APDS round fired from a modified Glock pistol against a 7mm hardened armor plate from a Russian MT-LB APC. Standard 9mm, 5.56mm, and 7.62mm NATO rounds failed to penetrate, only causing minor damage or dimples. The 6.5mm CBJ APDS round, however, successfully penetrated the armor cleanly, demonstrating its significantly higher performance.

Quick Summary

The 6.5mm CBJ APDS round, fired from a modified Glock pistol with a barrel swap, successfully penetrated the 7mm hardened armor plate from a Russian MT-LB APC, demonstrating superior armor-piercing capability compared to 9mm, 5.56mm, and 7.62mm NATO rounds.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: 6.5mm CBJ APDS
  2. 00:06Target: MT-LB APC Armor Plate
  3. 00:13Baseline Test: 9mm & 5.56mm vs Armor
  4. 00:29Baseline Test: 7.62mm NATO vs Armor
  5. 00:38Glock Conversion & 6.5mm CBJ Test

Frequently Asked Questions

Can a standard Glock pistol penetrate APC armor?

No, standard 9mm Glock ammunition cannot penetrate the 7mm hardened armor plate from a Russian MT-LB APC. Rounds like 5.56mm and 7.62mm NATO also failed to penetrate, only causing minor surface damage.

What ammunition can penetrate APC armor from a pistol?

The 6.5mm CBJ APDS round, fired from a modified Glock pistol with a barrel swap, successfully penetrated the 7mm hardened armor plate from a Russian MT-LB APC, demonstrating superior armor-piercing capability.

How is a Glock converted to fire 6.5mm CBJ?

A 9mm Glock pistol can be converted to fire 6.5mm CBJ ammunition by simply swapping the barrel. The same 9mm magazines and Glock frame can be used with the new barrel.

What is the 6.5mm CBJ APDS round?

The 6.5mm CBJ APDS (Armor Piercing Discarding Sabot) is a high-penetration cartridge featuring a sub-caliber penetrator, often with a tungsten core, designed to defeat armor.

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