Backpack Armor: Shot Stop NIJ Level IIIA Ballistic Board test

Published on May 14, 2018
Duration: 6:28

This video tests the Shot Stop NIJ Level IIIA ballistic panel's effectiveness when placed inside a backpack. While not designed to stop rifle rounds or specialized pistol ammunition like Lee Hi's 10mm Extreme Defense, the panel demonstrated an ability to stop 10mm FMJ rounds and even mitigate the impact of an AR-15 round fired through a laptop. The testing suggests that while not a guarantee of safety, the panel can reduce the severity of potential wounds from low-probability events.

Quick Summary

The Shot Stop NIJ Level IIIA ballistic panel is designed for discreet protection in backpacks. While it successfully stopped 10mm FMJ rounds, it was penetrated by specialized 10mm Extreme Defense and AR-15 rounds. However, when an AR-15 round was fired through a laptop and the panel, its penetration into ballistic gel was significantly reduced.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Shot Stop Backpack Armor
  2. 00:14Context: Preparedness for Low Probability Events
  3. 01:00Panel Description: Lightweight and Discreet
  4. 01:21Testing 10mm FMJ Rounds
  5. 01:45Testing Lee Hi 10mm Extreme Defense
  6. 02:25Analysis of 10mm Test Results
  7. 02:53Testing AR-15 Round Through Laptop and Armor
  8. 04:13AR-15 Round Penetration and Gel Test
  9. 04:36Analysis of AR-15 Test: Reduced Wound Potential
  10. 05:38Viewer Feedback and Future Testing

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the NIJ rating of the Shot Stop ballistic panel tested?

The Shot Stop ballistic panel tested in this video is rated NIJ Level IIIA. This rating typically signifies protection against most handgun calibers, but not rifle rounds.

Can the Shot Stop ballistic panel stop 10mm ammunition?

The panel successfully stopped 10mm Full Metal Jacket rounds. However, it was penetrated by specialized 10mm Extreme Defense ammunition, which is known to defeat pistol-rated armor.

Does the Shot Stop panel offer protection against rifle rounds like those from an AR-15?

No, the panel is not designed to stop rifle rounds. An AR-15 round penetrated the panel, though its energy was significantly reduced when fired through a laptop first.

How effective is the ballistic panel when used with a laptop?

When an AR-15 round was fired through a laptop and then the ballistic panel, the bullet's penetration into ballistic gel was limited to about four inches, suggesting a potential reduction in lethal wound severity.

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