Bulletproof Glass vs 500 Magnum

Published on April 26, 2026
Duration: 19:27

This video demonstrates the ballistic resistance of a thick, multi-layer plexiglass panel, often used in bank teller windows, against various handgun and rifle calibers. The test begins with .22LR and 9mm, showing minimal penetration. As calibers increase to .357 Magnum and then to the powerful .500 S&W Magnum, the panel begins to show significant damage, with the .500 Magnum completely destroying a section. The test concludes with 5.56x45mm NATO and 6.5 Grendel, which easily penetrate the already compromised or intact sections, highlighting the limitations of this type of ballistic protection against higher-powered rounds.

Quick Summary

A ballistic test evaluated an inch-thick, multi-layer plexiglass panel against various firearm calibers. While it resisted .22LR, 9mm, and .357 Magnum, the powerful .500 S&W Magnum completely destroyed sections, and rifle rounds like 5.56 NATO and 6.5 Grendel easily penetrated.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Bulletproof Glass Test
  2. 00:31Testing Ballistic Panel with Various Calibers
  3. 01:03.22 Long Rifle vs. Bulletproof Glass
  4. 01:409mm Luger vs. Bulletproof Glass
  5. 02:23.357 Magnum vs. Bulletproof Glass
  6. 03:22.500 S&W Magnum vs. Bulletproof Glass
  7. 04:465.56x45mm NATO vs. Bulletproof Glass
  8. 07:426.5 Grendel vs. Bulletproof Glass
  9. 09:24FRT Trigger Test (Full Auto Simulation)
  10. 10:35Conclusion: Ballistic Test Results

Frequently Asked Questions

What calibers were tested against the bulletproof glass?

The test included .22 Long Rifle, 9mm Luger, .357 Magnum, .500 S&W Magnum, 5.56x45mm NATO, and 6.5 Grendel. The .500 S&W Magnum was the most destructive.

Did the bulletproof glass stop the .500 S&W Magnum?

No, the .500 S&W Magnum completely destroyed sections of the inch-thick plexiglass, demonstrating its significant power and the material's limitations against magnum handgun rounds.

How did the plexiglass panel perform against pistol rounds?

The inch-thick plexiglass panel showed good resistance against common pistol rounds like 9mm Luger and .357 Magnum, causing surface damage but no significant penetration.

Is this type of bulletproof glass suitable for high-threat protection?

Based on the test, this type of plexiglass is not reliable cover against high-powered handgun cartridges like the .500 S&W Magnum or standard rifle rounds, though it may offer some protection against lower-powered pistol rounds.

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