Full Auto Desert Eagle vs Body Armor

Published on March 29, 2022
Duration: 10:36

This video tests the ballistic resistance of RTS Tactical Level IIIA body armor against various firearms. A modified full-auto Desert Eagle in .50 AE and an Uzi 9mm were stopped by the armor. However, rifle rounds from an AK-47 and an M14 easily penetrated the vest, demonstrating its limitations against higher-caliber threats.

Quick Summary

Level IIIA body armor, like the RTS Tactical vest tested, successfully stopped rounds from a full-auto Desert Eagle .50 AE and an Uzi 9mm. However, it is not rated for rifle calibers and was easily penetrated by AK-47 and M14 rounds.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: Full Auto Desert Eagle & Body Armor
  2. 01:15Desert Eagle .50 AE vs Level IIIA Armor
  3. 02:49Grip6 Sponsor Segment
  4. 05:15Uzi 9mm Burst vs Body Armor
  5. 07:20AK-47 vs Level IIIA Armor Test
  6. 08:52M14 .308 vs Armor & Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

Can a Desert Eagle penetrate Level IIIA body armor?

In this test, a modified full-auto Desert Eagle chambered in .50 AE fired at point-blank range did not penetrate the RTS Tactical Level IIIA body armor. The vest successfully stopped all handgun rounds.

What is the protection level of the RTS Tactical body armor tested?

The RTS Tactical body armor tested in this video is rated at NIJ Level IIIA. This level is designed to stop most common handgun calibers but is not rated for rifle rounds.

Does Level IIIA body armor stop rifle rounds like AK-47?

No, Level IIIA body armor is not designed to stop rifle rounds. As demonstrated in the video, rounds from an AK-47 (7.62x39mm) and an M14 (.308) easily penetrated the vest.

What firearms were tested against the body armor?

The firearms tested against the Level IIIA body armor included a modified full-auto Desert Eagle in .50 AE, an Uzi 9mm, an AK-47 firing 7.62x39mm, and an M14 firing 7.62x51mm (.308).

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