Green Tip M855 (5.56) VS Steel Body Armor (Spalling Test) #civtac #gun #fullautofriday

Published on April 10, 2024
Duration: 1:00

This test evaluates the effectiveness of M855 Green Tip 5.56mm ammunition against Armored Republic Level 3+ A2 steel body armor. The plates successfully stopped multiple rapid-fire rounds, and a spalling test using a soda bottle indicated the armor's coating effectively contained fragmentation.

Quick Summary

Armored Republic Level 3+ A2 steel plates successfully stopped multiple M855 Green Tip 5.56mm rounds fired rapidly. A spalling test using a soda bottle behind the plate showed no damage, indicating the armor's coating effectively contained fragmentation.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: M855 vs. Steel Armor
  2. 00:07M855 Ammo Explained
  3. 00:26Spalling Test Setup
  4. 00:35Live Fire Test
  5. 00:41Results: Armor Holds, No Spalling

Frequently Asked Questions

Did the M855 Green Tip ammunition penetrate the Armored Republic Level 3+ A2 steel body armor?

No, the Armored Republic Level 3+ A2 steel plates successfully stopped multiple rounds of M855 Green Tip 5.56mm ammunition fired rapidly from a Steyr AUG rifle.

What was the result of the spalling test during the M855 vs. body armor test?

A soda bottle placed behind the armor plate to detect spalling remained undamaged. This indicates the armor's coating effectively contained fragmentation from the M855 rounds.

What are the key features of M855 'Green Tip' ammunition tested against body armor?

M855 'Green Tip' is 5.56x45mm ball ammunition weighing 62 grains, featuring a steel penetrator core designed to potentially improve performance against hard targets.

What type of body armor was used in the M855 ballistic test?

The test utilized Armored Republic Level 3+ A2 steel plates, which are rated to resist threats including 5.56 M855 and 9mm ammunition.

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