Can 3A armor ACTUALLY stop a 9mm bullet?

Published on March 1, 2024
Duration: 12:17

This video tests the effectiveness of Level 3A soft body armor against various handgun and rifle calibers. The armor successfully stopped multiple 22 LR, 9mm, and 45 ACP rounds, demonstrating significant blunt force trauma but no penetration. However, it failed to stop an AK-47 round, which penetrated completely. A specialized high-velocity 9mm round also penetrated the armor.

Quick Summary

Level 3A soft body armor is designed to stop handgun caliber rounds. In testing, it successfully prevented penetration from 22 LR, 9mm, and 45 ACP bullets, though significant blunt force trauma was observed. However, it is not rated for rifle rounds and was penetrated by an AK-47.

Chapters

  1. 00:10Introduction and Setup
  2. 00:50Testing the Volquartsen Mamba (22 LR)
  3. 03:11Testing the Sig 1911 (9mm)
  4. 05:06Testing the Standard Manufacturing 1911 (45 ACP)
  5. 06:52Testing the Riley Defense AK-47 (Rifle Caliber)
  6. 09:37Testing High-Velocity 9mm Round
  7. 12:04Giveaway Announcement and Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Level 3A body armor stop a 9mm bullet?

Yes, Level 3A soft body armor is rated to stop 9mm handgun rounds. In this test, the armor successfully prevented penetration from multiple 9mm shots, though it did result in significant blunt force trauma.

What calibers did the Level 3A body armor stop?

The Level 3A body armor successfully stopped 22 LR, 9mm Luger, and 45 ACP rounds. These are all common handgun calibers for which this type of armor is designed.

Does Level 3A body armor stop rifle rounds like an AK-47?

No, Level 3A soft body armor is not designed to stop rifle rounds. The video clearly shows that an AK-47 round completely penetrated the armor, demonstrating its limitations against rifle threats.

What is the difference between handgun and rifle protection in body armor?

Soft body armor, like Level 3A, is primarily for handgun threats. Hard armor plates, often rated for higher levels (e.g., Level III or IV), are required to stop rifle rounds due to their higher velocity and energy.

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