Ballistic Test: Chinese Level 4 Plate gets a PASS ✅

Published on February 1, 2023
Duration: 4:32

This video provides a detailed ballistic test of a Chinese-manufactured Universal Armor Level 4 ballistic plate, sourced from Workerkit. The test, conducted by Polenar Tactical, assesses the plate's performance against 5.56mm, 7.62x39mm, and 7.62x54R rounds. Despite significant backface deformation, particularly with the Mosin Nagant round, the plate successfully prevented penetration in all tests, leading to a recommendation as a budget-friendly option.

Quick Summary

The Universal Armor Level 4 ballistic plate, tested by Polenar Tactical, successfully stopped 5.56mm, 7.62x39mm, and 7.62x54R rounds at 20 meters. Despite significant backface deformation, especially from the Mosin Nagant, the plate prevented penetration, making it a recommended budget option.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Backstory
  2. 00:485.56mm Ballistic Test
  3. 01:057.62x39mm Test
  4. 01:217.62x54R Test
  5. 01:49Post-Test Inspection
  6. 03:06Industry Standards & Edge Protection
  7. 04:06Conclusion & Recommendation

Frequently Asked Questions

What ballistic protection level does the Universal Armor plate claim to offer?

The Universal Armor plate tested is a Level 4 ballistic plate, designed to stop high-powered rifle rounds. This is based on NIJ (National Institute of Justice) standards, which are widely recognized for body armor testing.

What calibers were used in the ballistic test of the Universal Armor Level 4 plate?

The test included 5.56mm rounds fired from a 16-inch barrel rifle, 7.62x39mm rounds from an Arex AKB-15, and 7.62x54R rounds from a Mosin Nagant rifle.

Did the Universal Armor Level 4 plate penetrate during the ballistic tests?

No, the Universal Armor Level 4 plate successfully stopped all six rounds fired during the test, including the high-powered 7.62x54R. While there was significant backface deformation, no penetration occurred.

What is backface deformation and why is it important in ballistic testing?

Backface deformation (BFD) is the indentation on the back of the armor plate after impact. Significant BFD can still cause blunt force trauma to the wearer, even if the round doesn't penetrate. NIJ standards have limits for BFD.

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