Body Armor Vs Armor Piercing 7.62 PKM (SHOCKING RESULTS) #civtac #fullautofriday #demolitionranch

Published on January 26, 2024
Duration: 1:01

This video demonstrates a rigorous test of Armored Republic's A2 Steel Plates against armor-piercing 7.62x54R rounds fired from a PKM machine gun. The results show the steel plates, even when paired with a trauma pad, effectively stopped multiple AP rounds without penetration, highlighting their capability in high-threat scenarios. The expert host from Civilian Tactical expresses genuine surprise at the performance, underscoring the reliability of the tested gear.

Quick Summary

The Armored Republic A2 Steel Plate, rated up to .308, was tested against armor-piercing 7.62x54R rounds from a PKM machine gun. Results were shocking: the plate stopped multiple AP rounds with no penetration, and the trauma pad behind it showed no deformation, highlighting robust ballistic and blunt trauma protection.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Ammunition Overview
  2. 00:15Armor Specifications and Baseline Test
  3. 00:235.56 Test Results
  4. 00:29PKM Armor Piercing Test
  5. 00:38Final Results and Inspection

Frequently Asked Questions

How effective is the Armored Republic A2 Steel Plate against armor-piercing rounds?

In a test by Civilian Tactical, the Armored Republic A2 Steel Plate demonstrated exceptional performance, stopping multiple armor-piercing 7.62x54R rounds fired from a PKM machine gun without any penetration. The plate showed only surface impact marks.

What kind of ammunition was used to test the body armor?

The test utilized Soviet-era silver tip 7.62x54R ammunition, specifically identified as armor-piercing (AP). This ammunition was fired from a Russian PKM machine gun equipped with a suppressor.

Did the trauma pad behind the armor show any damage?

Remarkably, the trauma pad placed behind the Armored Republic A2 Steel Plate showed no signs of deformation or damage, even after the plate sustained multiple impacts from armor-piercing 7.62x54R rounds. This indicates excellent blunt trauma protection.

What is the rating of the Armored Republic A2 Steel Plate?

The Armored Republic A2 Steel Plate is rated for protection up to .308 caliber rounds. A baseline test with 5.56 rounds confirmed its integrity before the more challenging armor-piercing test.

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