AR500 Armor vs Hunting Rifles

Published on October 5, 2019
Duration: 10:56

This video from Iraqveteran8888 features an expert-level assessment of AR500 Armor's Level III+ plates against various hunting rifle calibers. The instructor, demonstrating high authority, tests the armor's multi-hit capabilities with rounds like 45-70 Government, 35 Remington, 9.3x57mm, 30-06 Springfield, and 7mm Remington Magnum. The results highlight the armor's effectiveness in stopping these threats while also noting performance nuances like anti-spall coating behavior under extreme impact.

Quick Summary

The AR500 Armor Level III+ plate, rated for multi-hit protection against 5.56x45 M193/M855 and 7.62x51 M80, was tested against common hunting rifle cartridges. It successfully stopped rounds from 45-70 Government, 35 Remington, 9.3x57mm, 30-06 Springfield, and 7mm Remington Magnum, though the anti-spall coating showed degradation with high-energy impacts.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Armor Specs
  2. 01:45Test 1: 45-70 Government
  3. 02:59Test 2: 35 Remington
  4. 04:54Test 3: 9.3x57mm
  5. 05:55Test 4: 30-06 Springfield
  6. 07:51Test 5: 7mm Remington Magnum

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the threat protection rating of the AR500 Armor Level III+ plate?

The AR500 Armor Level III+ plate is rated for multi-hit protection against 5.56x45 M193/M855 at 3,100 FPS and 7.62x51 M80 ball at 3,000 FPS, according to the video's expert assessment.

How did the AR500 Armor Level III+ plate perform against hunting rifle calibers?

The AR500 Armor Level III+ plate successfully stopped rounds from 45-70 Government, 35 Remington, 9.3x57mm, 30-06 Springfield, and 7mm Remington Magnum, demonstrating significant ballistic resistance.

What was the observed effect on the anti-spall coating during testing?

During the test with a 30-06 Springfield round, the anti-spall coating separated from the plate. However, the plate itself remained unpenetrated, indicating the coating's susceptibility to high-energy impacts.

Which hunting cartridges were tested against the AR500 Armor Level III+ plate?

The tested hunting cartridges included 45-70 Government, 35 Remington, 9.3x57mm, 30-06 Springfield, and 7mm Remington Magnum, fired from various rifles at an outdoor shooting range.

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