Ventura 10mm Lehigh Extreme Defense/Penetrator Armor Test

Published on September 25, 2017
Duration: 6:59

This TFB TV video tests Ventura Munitions' 10mm loads featuring Lehigh Defense projectiles against Level 3A armor. Both the 115gr Extreme Defender and 140gr Extreme Penetrator successfully penetrated the aramid plate, exceeding expectations. An experiment with a backward-seated bullet demonstrated that nose geometry and frontal surface area are critical for defeating armor, rather than just velocity or weight.

Quick Summary

Ventura Munitions 10mm ammunition loaded with Lehigh Defense's 115gr Extreme Defender and 140gr Extreme Penetrator projectiles successfully penetrated Level 3A aramid armor. The test indicated that bullet nose geometry and frontal surface area are key factors in defeating armor.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro & Ammo Specs: Ventura 10mm Lehigh Defense
  2. 01:30115gr Extreme Defender Armor Penetration Test
  3. 02:04140gr Extreme Penetrator Armor Penetration Test
  4. 02:36Bullet Geometry vs. Velocity: Armor Test Experiment
  5. 04:05Analysis: Why Lehigh 10mm Defeats Armor

Frequently Asked Questions

Can 10mm ammunition penetrate Level 3A body armor?

Yes, in this test, Ventura Munitions 10mm loads featuring Lehigh Defense's 115gr Extreme Defender and 140gr Extreme Penetrator projectiles successfully penetrated Level 3A aramid armor plates.

What makes certain 10mm bullets effective against armor?

The test suggests that bullet nose geometry and frontal surface area are critical factors for defeating armor, more so than just velocity or weight. Specialized designs can overcome armor that stops heavier rounds.

What are the specifications of the tested Lehigh Defense 10mm rounds?

The tested rounds were Ventura Munitions 10mm loads using Lehigh Defense projectiles: a 115-grain solid copper Extreme Defender and a 140-grain solid copper Extreme Penetrator.

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