GREEN TIP 556 VS BODY ARMOR

Published on June 14, 2022
Duration: 13:12

This video tests the effectiveness of 5.56 Green Tip (M855) and .350 Legend rounds against Level 4 body armor. While neither round fully penetrated the Ace Link Armor plate, the 5.56 M855 caused significant surface damage, and the .350 Legend resulted in greater backface deformation, indicating higher energy transfer. The video also briefly touches on .300 Blackout performance and transitions to a practical application of firearms for livestock protection during a night hunt.

Quick Summary

5.56 M855 Green Tip rounds did not penetrate Level 4 body armor but caused significant surface damage. The .350 Legend also failed to penetrate but resulted in greater backface deformation, indicating higher kinetic energy transfer.

Chapters

  1. 00:11Intro: Armor Test Setup
  2. 00:58Comparing 5.56 M855 vs .350 Legend Ballistics
  3. 02:235.56 Green Tip vs Level 4 Armor Test
  4. 03:34.350 Legend vs Level 4 Armor Test
  5. 04:49.300 Blackout Testing (Sugar Weasel)
  6. 08:25Night Hunt: Operation Save the Cows

Frequently Asked Questions

Can 5.56 Green Tip penetrate Level 4 body armor?

In this test by GHG Hussle, 5.56 M855 Green Tip rounds did not penetrate an Ace Link Armor Level 4 plate. However, they caused significant surface damage to the ceramic face of the armor.

What is the difference in impact between .350 Legend and 5.56 Green Tip on body armor?

While neither round penetrated the Level 4 armor, the .350 Legend created a much larger backface deformation (bulge) than the 5.56 Green Tip, indicating a greater transfer of kinetic energy.

What are the ballistics of the tested 5.56 and .350 Legend rounds?

The Winchester M855 5.56 Green Tip is a 62-grain round at 3,060 fps. The Winchester .350 Legend is a 145-grain FMJ traveling at 2,250 fps.

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