.22 Pistol Vs Ballistic Nylon #militarygear #nylon #tacticalgear #militaryhistory

Published on July 12, 2024
Duration: 1:00

This video tests the ballistic resistance of ballistic nylon against 9mm and .22LR pistol rounds. The ballistic nylon demonstrated effectiveness against .22LR but was penetrated by 9mm rounds, with varying degrees of backface deformation depending on the number of layers. The test suggests that while ballistic nylon can stop smaller calibers, its effectiveness against larger pistol rounds is limited and dependent on material thickness.

Quick Summary

Ballistic nylon's effectiveness against pistol rounds depends on caliber and material thickness. It can stop smaller rounds like .22LR with sufficient layers, but larger calibers like 9mm can penetrate multiple layers, with the degree of penetration and backface deformation depending on the number of layers used.

Chapters

  1. 00:00.22 Pistol Test Setup
  2. 00:04.22 Pistol Firing
  3. 00:30.22 Pistol Results
  4. 00:559mm Pistol Test Setup (40 Layers)

Frequently Asked Questions

How effective is ballistic nylon against pistol rounds?

Ballistic nylon's effectiveness varies by caliber and material thickness. It can stop smaller rounds like .22LR with sufficient layers, but larger calibers like 9mm can penetrate multiple layers, with the degree of penetration and backface deformation depending on the number of layers used.

Can ballistic nylon stop a 9mm bullet?

In this test, 9mm rounds penetrated 30 layers of ballistic nylon. While it might offer some resistance and reduce backface deformation with more layers, it is not a guaranteed stop for 9mm pistol rounds based on this demonstration.

What is the difference in penetration between .22LR and 9mm in ballistic nylon?

The .22LR round showed minimal penetration and deformation in ballistic nylon, while the 9mm round passed through 30 layers with noticeable penetration, indicating a significant difference in effectiveness between the two calibers.

How many layers of ballistic nylon are needed to stop a .22LR?

While not explicitly stated, the test implies that a single bullet from a .22LR pistol did not cause significant damage or pass through the tested layers, suggesting it can be stopped with a reasonable number of layers.

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