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Published on October 28, 2022
Duration: 1:00

This video tests the Firequest 12 Gauge 'Terminator' round against a Safe Life Defense body armor panel. The slug did not penetrate the armor but caused it to shift, allowing the trailing birdshot to hit the target behind the armor. The unique slug-over-birdshot design is examined.

Quick Summary

The Firequest 12 Gauge Terminator round, with its slug-over-birdshot design, was tested against body armor. The slug was stopped by the armor, but its impact shifted the panel, allowing the birdshot to penetrate the target behind it.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: Terminator Round vs Body Armor
  2. 00:12Terminator Round Ammunition Close-up
  3. 00:18Live Fire Test: Terminator Round Shot
  4. 00:27Impact Analysis: Slug and Birdshot
  5. 00:47Final Results and Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Firequest 12 Gauge Terminator round?

The Firequest 12 Gauge Terminator is a unique shotgun shell containing a lead slug positioned directly above a load of birdshot. It's designed for testing against protective gear like body armor.

Did the Terminator round penetrate the body armor?

The slug did not penetrate the Safe Life Defense body armor panel. However, the impact caused the armor to shift, allowing the birdshot load to pass through the gap and hit the target behind it.

What was the construction of the Terminator round?

The Terminator round features a clear shell casing, a lead slug at the front, and a layer of birdshot loaded behind the slug. This unique configuration was tested against ballistic protection.

What happened after the Terminator round hit the armor?

The slug was stopped by the armor, but its impact bunched up the material. This shift created an opening for the birdshot to pass through and strike the plywood backing behind the armor panel.

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