BOOM! 7.5FK vs. Level III body armor!

Published on October 8, 2020
Duration: 15:01

This video demonstrates the ballistic performance of the 7.5 FK cartridge against two types of body armor. The 7.5 FK, fired from an FK BRNO PSD pistol, was tested with 101-grain and 95-grain rounds against Level IIIa soft armor and Level III+ hard armor. The soft armor was penetrated by both loads, while the hard armor successfully stopped both rounds.

Quick Summary

The 7.5 FK cartridge, fired from an FK BRNO PSD pistol, was tested against Level IIIa soft body armor and Level III+ hard body armor. Both 101-grain and 95-grain loads penetrated the Level IIIa soft armor, while the Level III+ hard armor successfully stopped both projectiles, though with some blunt force trauma.

Chapters

  1. 00:10Introduction to 7.5 FK Ballistics Test
  2. 00:277.5 FK Ammunition Specs (101gr & 95gr)
  3. 00:39Body Armor Provided by ShotStop.com
  4. 00:51Testing Level IIIa Soft Armor
  5. 00:56Testing Level III+ Hard Armor
  6. 01:10Setup: 7 Yards, Pumpkin Backstop
  7. 02:32First Shot: 101gr 7.5 FK vs. Soft Armor
  8. 03:52Second Shot: 95gr 7.5 FK vs. Soft Armor
  9. 04:05Soft Armor Penetration Results
  10. 06:14Transition to Hard Armor Testing
  11. 06:39Setup: 101gr 7.5 FK vs. Hard Armor
  12. 08:08Setup: 95gr 7.5 FK vs. Hard Armor
  13. 08:40Hard Armor Performance Results
  14. 09:30Meat Target Test: Soft Armor & 101gr 7.5 FK
  15. 10:03Hard Armor Specs Recap
  16. 10:32Meat Target Shot: 101gr 7.5 FK vs. Soft Armor & Ribs
  17. 12:40Conclusion: 7.5 FK Powerhouse
  18. 13:197.5 FK vs. 5.7x28mm Comparison
  19. 13:56Support the Channel
  20. 14:25Final Watermelon Destruction

Frequently Asked Questions

Can the 7.5 FK cartridge penetrate Level IIIa body armor?

Yes, the 7.5 FK cartridge, in both 101-grain and 95-grain loads, demonstrated the ability to penetrate Level IIIa soft body armor during ballistic testing. The rounds passed through the armor with significant velocity.

What type of body armor stopped the 7.5 FK rounds?

The Level III+ hard body armor, which is rated to stop rifle rounds, successfully stopped both the 101-grain and 95-grain 7.5 FK projectiles. While stopped, there was still evidence of blunt force trauma on the backstop.

What are the typical velocities for 7.5 FK ammunition?

The 7.5 FK ammunition tested, specifically the 101-grain and 95-grain loads, were observed to be traveling at approximately 2000 feet per second, with advertised velocities around 1950 feet per second.

How does the 7.5 FK compare to other pistol cartridges like 5.7x28mm?

Based on this testing, the 7.5 FK is presented as a significantly more powerful cartridge than the 5.7x28mm, capable of much higher penetration against body armor and causing more catastrophic damage.

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