How Strong Is Modern Russian Military Armor?
The Garand Thumb video tests the Russian 6B45 Granite body armor against various NATO calibers, finding it performs exceptionally well, comparable to NIJ Level IV standards despite its lightweight and thin profile. It successfully stops 7.62x39mm, 5.56x45mm (including M855A1), 7.62x51mm, and even .30-06 AP rounds, with only the high-energy .300 Winchester Magnum causing complete destruction, though still preventing penetration. The review highlights the effectiveness of modern Russian armor and cautions against underestimating adversaries.









