Body Armor VS .308 - Green Tip 5.56 - 7.62x39

Published on April 16, 2018
Duration: 7:43

This video provides an expert-level demonstration of Premier Body Armor's Level 3 Steel Core Plates undergoing rigorous ballistic testing. Miles Mortensen, demonstrating high authority, subjects the plates to multiple calibers including 7.62x39mm, .308 Winchester, and 5.56x45mm NATO M855 Green Tip. The testing reveals the plates significantly exceed their NIJ Level 3 rating, withstanding approximately 78 rounds without penetration, showcasing impressive durability and value.

Quick Summary

Premier Body Armor's 5mm Level 3 Steel Core Plate exceeded its NIJ rating by surviving approximately 78 rounds of various rifle calibers, including multiple mag dumps of 5.56 M855 Green Tip and 7.62x39mm, without penetration. The plate demonstrated minimal back-face deformation, indicating good performance despite significant impact.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Premier Body Armor
  2. 01:55Plate Design and NIJ Ratings
  3. 02:407.62x39mm Testing
  4. 03:45.308 Winchester Testing
  5. 04:565.56 M855 Green Tip Mag Dump
  6. 05:597.62x39mm Mag Dump and Final Count
  7. 07:07Conclusion
  8. 00:03Close-up of Premier Body Armor steel core plate.
  9. 02:40Zastava M92 AK-style pistol shown.
  10. 03:45AR-10 rifle with precision optic.
  11. 05:52Plate surface after 5.56 mag dump.
  12. 07:04Side profile of the plate (5mm thickness).

Frequently Asked Questions

How did Premier Body Armor's Level 3 steel core plate perform against .308 Winchester rounds?

During the test, the Premier Body Armor Level 3 steel core plate successfully stopped multiple .308 Winchester M80 rounds fired from an AR-10. While the spall coating began to peel and minor dents appeared on the back, the plate maintained its integrity without penetration.

Can Premier Body Armor's Level 3 steel core plate withstand a 5.56 M855 Green Tip magazine dump?

Yes, the plate demonstrated exceptional resilience by stopping a full 30-round magazine dump of 5.56x45mm NATO M855 Green Tip rounds without any signs of penetration, exceeding typical expectations for Level 3 armor.

What is the NIJ Level 3 rating for body armor?

An NIJ Level 3 rating signifies that the armor is tested to stop six shots of .30 caliber and below fired at specific velocities. This includes common rifle rounds like 5.56x45mm NATO at 3,000 feet per second and .308 Winchester at 2,780 feet per second.

How many total rounds did the Premier Body Armor Level 3 plate withstand in the test?

In the comprehensive durability test, the Premier Body Armor Level 3 steel core plate successfully withstood approximately 78 rounds from various rifle calibers, including multiple magazine dumps, before the test concluded, showcasing significant over-performance.

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