FN 5.7 VS Bulletproof Glass

Published on December 12, 2020
Duration: 12:13

This ballistic test evaluates the FN 5.7x28mm's performance against Level 3A Lexan bulletproof glass, comparing it to 9mm, .45 ACP, and 5.56 rifle rounds. While the 5.7 hollow points caused significant damage and deformation to the glass, they did not achieve full penetration. Standard pistol calibers were effectively stopped, and the 5.56 rifle showed penetration but was stopped by the final layer.

Quick Summary

The FN 5.7x28mm hollow point rounds caused significant damage and deformation to Level 3A Lexan bulletproof glass, embedding deeply but not achieving full penetration. Standard 9mm and .45 ACP rounds were stopped, while a 5.56 rifle round penetrated further but was also stopped by the final layer.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: FN 5.7 Reputation
  2. 01:13Test Materials & Baseline Gear
  3. 02:449mm & .45 ACP Baseline Tests
  4. 06:125.56 Rifle Comparison
  5. 07:44FN 5.7 Performance Test
  6. 11:01Conclusion & Summary

Frequently Asked Questions

How did the FN 5.7 perform against bulletproof glass?

In the test, the FN 5.7x28mm hollow point rounds caused significant damage and deformation to the Level 3A Lexan bulletproof glass, embedding deeply. However, they did not achieve full penetration through the material.

Did 9mm or .45 ACP penetrate the bulletproof glass?

No, both 9mm and .45 ACP rounds were stopped by the Level 3A Lexan bulletproof glass. The 9mm rounds were stopped even with multiple hits, and the .45 ACP rounds surprisingly bounced off or failed to penetrate the first layer.

What kind of bulletproof glass was used in the test?

The test utilized 3A pistol-rated Lexan panels, which were sourced from old bank teller windows. This material is designed to stop standard pistol calibers.

How did the 5.56 rifle round compare to the FN 5.7 against bulletproof glass?

The 5.56 rifle round caused more significant damage and penetrated deeper into the Lexan than the 5.7 hollow points, but it was ultimately stopped by the final thin layer of glass. The 5.7 hollow points caused more localized devastation but less overall penetration.

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