Pistol Calibers Vs Car Door!

Published on August 16, 2025
Duration: 1:21

This video tests the penetration capabilities of .380 Auto, 9mm, and .45 ACP rounds against a car door. The .380 Auto and 9mm were stopped by the interior of the door, while the .45 ACP successfully penetrated both layers. The test highlights how different calibers perform under specific conditions, with the .45 ACP demonstrating superior penetration in this scenario.

Quick Summary

In a test by Civilian Tactical, .45 ACP successfully penetrated a car door, showing superior performance. Both .380 Auto and 9mm rounds were stopped by the interior of the door, failing to pass through completely.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Pistol Calibers vs Car Door
  2. 00:08.380 Auto Test & Results
  3. 00:439mm Test & Results
  4. 01:05.45 ACP Test & Results

Frequently Asked Questions

Which pistol caliber penetrated the car door the best in the test?

In the Civilian Tactical test against a car door, the .45 ACP caliber demonstrated the most effective penetration, successfully passing through the door. Both .380 Auto and 9mm rounds were stopped by the interior of the door.

Did 9mm penetrate the car door in the Civilian Tactical test?

Surprisingly, the 9mm rounds tested in the Civilian Tactical video were stopped within the first layer of the car door. They did not penetrate through to the interior of the vehicle in this specific test scenario.

What were the results for .380 Auto against a car door?

The .380 Auto rounds successfully penetrated the initial car door and a paper target behind it. However, they were stopped by the interior components of the rear door, indicating limited penetration past the first barrier.

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