CHINESE ARMOR VERSUS AMERICAN AMMUNITION (KAYA BANG TABLAN ANG GAWANG CHINA?)

Published on December 1, 2021
Duration: 12:00

This video tests a Chinese-made 'Last Stand Armor' Level IV ceramic plate against American 5.56mm rifle ammunition. Both M193 and M855 rounds failed to penetrate the plate, demonstrating its effectiveness against common rifle threats. However, the M855 round caused more significant backface deformation, indicating potential blunt force trauma to the wearer.

Quick Summary

The Chinese 'Last Stand Armor' Level IV ceramic plate successfully stopped both M193 and M855 5.56mm American rifle rounds. While penetration was prevented, the M855 round caused more backface deformation, suggesting potential blunt force trauma risks.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Shoutouts
  2. 01:03Introducing Last Stand Armor Plate
  3. 02:04NIJ Level IV Standards Explained
  4. 03:49M16A1 & M16A2 Rifle Selection
  5. 04:49M193 vs M855 Ammunition
  6. 06:43Test 1: M16A1 with M193
  7. 07:50M193 Impact Results
  8. 09:02Test 2: M16A2 with M855
  9. 09:51M855 Impact Results
  10. 11:15Conclusion & Assessment

Frequently Asked Questions

Did the Chinese 'Last Stand Armor' Level IV plate stop the American 5.56mm rounds?

Yes, the Chinese-made 'Last Stand Armor' Level IV ceramic plate successfully stopped both M193 and M855 5.56mm rounds fired from M16A1 and M16A2 rifles during the test.

What is NIJ Level IV armor rated to stop?

NIJ Level IV armor is the highest standard, rated to stop high-power rifle rounds, specifically .30 caliber armor-piercing (AP) projectiles fired from a distance.

What is the difference between M193 and M855 ammunition?

M193 is a standard 55-grain ball round, while M855 is a 62-grain round featuring a steel penetrator core, designed for better penetration against hardened targets.

Did the M855 round cause more damage to the armor than the M193?

While neither round penetrated, the M855 round caused more significant backface deformation on the armor plate compared to the M193 round, indicating a greater potential for blunt force trauma.

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