50cal SLAP Round in a Serbu vs THICCCEST Body Armor

Published on September 26, 2023
Duration: 20:53

This video from Demolition Ranch features an extreme test of Premier Body Armor's custom 9-layer plate against high-powered rifle rounds, including .50 BMG ball, API, and AP. While the plate successfully stops .50 BMG ball and AP rounds with significant deformation, a .50 cal SLAP round failed to chamber in the Serbu BFG-50A. The testing highlights the plate's impressive stopping power against threats that would easily defeat standard armor.

Quick Summary

Premier Body Armor's custom 9-layer plate was tested against high-powered threats. It successfully stopped .50 BMG ball, API, and AP rounds, though significant backface deformation occurred. A .50 cal SLAP round jammed the Serbu BFG-50A rifle, preventing its test.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Body Armor Skit
  2. 00:36Premier Body Armor Plate Overview
  3. 01:56Big Horn Armory 500 Auto Max Testing
  4. 05:3550 BMG Ball vs. Single and Triple Plates
  5. 08:16The 'Thicccest' Plate Carrier
  6. 10:15408 CheyTac vs. 9-Layer Plate
  7. 11:3850 BMG Ball vs. 9-Layer Plate
  8. 13:2750cal SLAP Round and Serbu Failure
  9. 17:4750 BMG API (Silver Tip) Testing
  10. 19:1250 BMG AP (Black Tip) Final Test

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of body armor was tested against .50 caliber rounds?

The video tested Premier Body Armor's custom 9-layer composite plate, described as the 'thicccest,' designed for extreme ballistic testing. Standard Level 3+ and triple-bonded plates were also used for comparison.

Did the .50 caliber SLAP round successfully fire?

No, the Winchester .50 cal SLAP round failed to chamber properly in the Serbu BFG-50A rifle during the test, causing a jam and preventing the shot from being taken.

How did the 9-layer body armor perform against .50 BMG rounds?

The 9-layer plate successfully stopped .50 BMG ball and Armor Piercing (AP) rounds. It also stopped an Armor Piercing Incendiary (API) round, though the incendiary component ignited upon impact.

What was the backface deformation when testing the 9-layer plate?

When testing the 9-layer plate against a .408 CheyTac round, the backface deformation measured approximately 3/4 inch in ballistic clay, indicating significant energy absorption.

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