Can a Military Face Shield Stop a Bullet?

Published on February 9, 2025
Duration: 9:10

This video tests the ballistic resistance of a thick, 3/4-inch ballistic polycarbonate face shield against various calibers, including .22 LR, 9mm, .45 ACP, .44 Magnum, .223/5.56, 12 gauge slug, and .450 Bushmaster. The shield successfully stopped the .22 LR, 9mm, and .45 ACP rounds, showing significant deformation but no full penetration. However, it failed to stop the .44 Magnum, .223/5.56, 12 gauge slug, and .450 Bushmaster, with projectiles passing through the shield.

Quick Summary

A 3/4-inch ballistic polycarbonate face shield was tested against various calibers. It successfully stopped .22 LR, 9mm, and .45 ACP rounds, showing deformation but no full penetration. However, it failed to stop .44 Magnum, .223/5.56, 12 gauge slugs, and .450 Bushmaster, with projectiles passing through.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Can a Military Face Shield Stop a Bullet?
  2. 00:17Meet Fred: The Test Subject
  3. 01:17The Face Shield: Specs and Acquisition
  4. 02:05Testing Lineup: Calibers and Firearms
  5. 02:31Test 1: .22 LR Impact
  6. 03:20Test 2: 9mm Impact
  7. 04:28Test 3: .45 ACP Impact
  8. 05:15Test 4: .44 Magnum Impact
  9. 05:51Test 5: .223/5.56 Impact
  10. 06:26Test 6: 12 Gauge Slug Impact
  11. 08:01Test 7: .450 Bushmaster Impact
  12. 08:09Conclusion: Face Shield Performance Summary
  13. 08:27Merchandise and Discount Code

Frequently Asked Questions

What calibers can a 3/4-inch ballistic polycarbonate face shield stop?

A 3/4-inch ballistic polycarbonate face shield was tested and successfully stopped .22 LR, 9mm, and .45 ACP rounds. However, it failed to stop higher-powered rounds like .44 Magnum, .223/5.56, 12 gauge slugs, and .450 Bushmaster.

How thick is the ballistic face shield tested in the video?

The ballistic face shield tested in the video is approximately 3/4 of an inch thick. It is made of ballistic polycarbonate and was acquired from eBay for the experiment.

What firearms were used to test the ballistic face shield?

The ballistic face shield was tested using a Ruger 10/22, a Glock, a Ruger Redhawk, an AR-15, a 12 gauge shotgun, and a .450 Bushmaster rifle. Various ammunition types were used for each firearm.

Did the ballistic face shield stop a 9mm bullet?

Yes, the 3/4-inch ballistic polycarbonate face shield successfully stopped a 9mm bullet. While the shield deformed significantly, the projectile did not penetrate completely through.

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