Liberty Civil Defense 9mm and Body Armor

Published on March 4, 2015
Duration: 11:10

This review tests Liberty Civil Defense 9mm +P ammunition against NIJ Level IIIA body armor. The high-velocity, 50-grain copper hollow-point rounds successfully penetrated the armor from both a Sig Sauer P226 and a CZ Scorpion EVO3. A standard 9mm ball round failed to penetrate, confirming the armor's effectiveness against typical threats. The test suggests velocity is a key factor in defeating soft body armor.

Quick Summary

Liberty Civil Defense 9mm +P ammunition, featuring a 50-grain copper hollow point, successfully penetrated NIJ Level IIIA body armor when fired from both a Sig Sauer P226 and a CZ Scorpion EVO3. A standard 9mm ball round failed to penetrate, highlighting velocity as a key factor.

Chapters

  1. 00:10ATF Ban Context & Test Setup
  2. 00:25Liberty Civil Defense 9mm +P Overview
  3. 01:08Spartan Armor Systems Level IIIA Specs
  4. 01:37Test Firearms: Sig P226 & CZ Scorpion
  5. 02:28Ballistics Test: Sig P226 vs Armor
  6. 04:21Ballistics Test: CZ Scorpion vs Armor
  7. 06:00Comparison: 7.62x25mm Tokarev vs Armor
  8. 07:38Control Test: Standard 9mm Ball vs Armor
  9. 08:22Conclusion: Velocity is Key

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of ammunition was tested against body armor?

The test featured Liberty Ammunition's Civil Defense 9mm +P rounds. These utilize a 50-grain, nickel-plated copper hollow-point bullet designed for high velocities, aiming for 2000 feet per second.

What level of body armor was used in the test?

The test utilized Spartan Armor Systems Level IIIA soft body armor. This rating is considered a higher standard than the Level IIA armor often issued to law enforcement personnel.

Did the Liberty Civil Defense 9mm ammo penetrate the Level IIIA armor?

Yes, the Liberty Civil Defense 9mm +P ammunition successfully penetrated the Level IIIA armor when fired from both a Sig Sauer P226 and a CZ Scorpion EVO3 pistol.

What was the conclusion regarding defeating body armor?

The host concluded that high projectile velocity is the most critical factor in defeating soft body armor, more so than bullet design or features like hollow points.

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