*Armor Piercing Slug* vs Body Armor!( did it stop it?) #civtac #shotgun #bodyarmor #ammo

Published on February 10, 2023
Duration: 0:52

This video tests the penetration capabilities of FireQuest's Armor Piercing Incendiary 12 Gauge slugs against Safe Life Defense body armor. The slugs successfully penetrated a tire rim and demonstrated significant blunt force trauma to the body armor, punching through backing materials despite not exiting the vest itself. The recovered slug was severely deformed.

Quick Summary

In a ballistic test, FireQuest's Armor Piercing Incendiary 12 Gauge slug did not penetrate Safe Life Defense body armor but caused significant blunt force trauma to the backing materials. The slug itself was severely flattened upon impact, indicating its destructive potential.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Ammo Reveal
  2. 00:12Tire Rim Test Setup
  3. 00:19Shooting Tire Rim
  4. 00:24Tire Rim Impact & Exit
  5. 00:31Body Armor Test Setup
  6. 00:36Shooting Body Armor
  7. 00:38Body Armor Impact Analysis
  8. 00:46Recovered Slug & Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

Did the Armor Piercing Incendiary slug penetrate the Safe Life Defense body armor?

No, the Armor Piercing Incendiary 12 Gauge slug did not penetrate the front of the Safe Life Defense body armor. However, it caused significant blunt force trauma by punching holes through the cardboard and plywood backing material behind the vest.

What was the performance of the Armor Piercing Incendiary slug against a tire rim?

The Armor Piercing Incendiary 12 Gauge slug demonstrated its armor-penetrating capabilities by punching through both sides of a tire rim, creating a clear exit wound and confirming its ability to pierce hardened materials.

What happened to the Armor Piercing Incendiary slug after impacting the body armor?

After impacting the Safe Life Defense body armor, the Armor Piercing Incendiary slug was severely deformed. It was found to be completely flattened out, indicating the immense forces it encountered during the test.

Which brands were featured in the armor piercing slug vs. body armor test?

The test featured Armor Piercing Incendiary 12 Gauge ammunition from FireQuest and body armor from Safe Life Defense. The Civilian Tactical channel conducted the test, with a FAMCO logo visible on the backing material.

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