Armor PIERCING 22 Caliber PISTOL?! (Glock)

Published on July 31, 2019
Duration: 6:52

This video demonstrates the ballistic performance of the 22 TCM 9R cartridge against Level 3A soft body armor. The presenter, from 1ShotTV, tests the 22 TCM's penetration capabilities after first verifying the vest's ability to stop 9mm, 40 S&W, and 45 ACP rounds. The 22 TCM 9R, fired from a Glock 17 with a conversion barrel, successfully penetrates the soft armor, a feat not achieved by the other tested pistol calibers.

Quick Summary

The 22 TCM 9R cartridge, fired from a Glock 17 with a conversion barrel, demonstrated the ability to penetrate a Level 3A soft body armor vest. This test showed it outperformed 9mm, 40 S&W, and 45 ACP in defeating this type of armor.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro & Weather Conditions
  2. 00:17Introducing the 22 TCM 9R Conversion Barrel
  3. 00:35Viewer Request: Testing Against Body Armor
  4. 00:43Level 3A Body Armor Overview
  5. 01:32Testing 9mm Against Body Armor
  6. 01:59Testing 40 S&W Against Body Armor
  7. 02:30Testing 45 ACP Against Body Armor
  8. 03:07The Moment of Truth: 22 TCM 9R Test
  9. 03:1422 TCM Bullet and Casing Description
  10. 03:5022 TCM 9R Shot Results - First Pass
  11. 04:10Backside of Vest After 22 TCM Shot
  12. 04:35Searching for the 22 TCM Bullet
  13. 05:02Second 22 TCM Shot on Vest (No Paper)
  14. 05:27Comparing Vest Holes
  15. 05:56Conclusion on 22 TCM Penetration
  16. 06:00Outro & Thanks to Sponsor

Frequently Asked Questions

Can a 22 TCM 9R pistol round penetrate soft body armor?

Yes, in a test conducted by 1ShotTV, the 22 TCM 9R cartridge, fired from a Glock 17 with a conversion barrel, successfully penetrated a Level 3A soft body armor vest. This demonstrated a higher penetration capability against this type of armor compared to 9mm, 40 S&W, and 45 ACP rounds.

What type of body armor was tested against the 22 TCM 9R?

The video tested a Level 3A soft body armor vest. This type of armor is rated to stop handgun rounds up to a .44 Magnum. The 22 TCM 9R was able to defeat this armor, while other common pistol calibers did not.

How does the 22 TCM 9R compare to other pistol calibers for armor penetration?

The 22 TCM 9R showed superior armor penetration against Level 3A soft body armor compared to 9mm, 40 S&W, and 45 ACP in this test. While cartridges like 5.7x28mm are also known for armor penetration, the 22 TCM 9R offers a potentially more affordable conversion option for compatible firearms.

What firearm was used to test the 22 TCM 9R against body armor?

The 22 TCM 9R cartridge was tested using a Glock 17 pistol equipped with a 22 TCM 9R conversion barrel from Turtle Lake Tactical. This setup allowed for the testing of the specific cartridge's ballistic performance.

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