Can Armor Piercing Rounds Defeat AR500 plates? #guntest #gun #ar500

Published on August 27, 2023
Duration: 0:56

This video demonstrates a test of Firequest Armor Piercing Incendiary 12-gauge slugs against an AR500 A2 Steel Armor Plate. The host, identified as a Tactical Gear Enthusiast and Content Creator, fires a single slug at the plate. Visual evidence and inspection confirm that the plate sustains a dent and surface scarring but is not penetrated by the round. The conclusion is that the AR500 A2 steel plate, rated for M855 Green Tip threats, successfully defeated the tested ammunition.

Quick Summary

AR500 A2 Steel Armor Plates successfully defeated Firequest Armor Piercing Incendiary 12 Gauge slugs in a recent test. Despite the slugs' incendiary tip burning at 3,000°F and their armor-piercing claims, the AR500 plate, rated for M855 Green Tip, showed only minor damage like a dent and surface scarring, with no penetration observed.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: Firequest AP Incendiary Slugs
  2. 00:16Test Setup & Live Fire
  3. 00:26Slow-Motion Impact Analysis
  4. 00:38Plate Inspection & Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

Can 12 Gauge Armor Piercing Incendiary slugs defeat AR500 steel armor plates?

In a test by Civilian Tactical, Firequest Armor Piercing Incendiary 12 Gauge slugs did not penetrate an AR500 A2 Steel Armor Plate. The plate, rated for M855 Green Tip threats, sustained a dent and surface scarring but remained intact.

What is the burn temperature of Firequest Armor Piercing Incendiary slugs?

The Firequest Armor Piercing Incendiary 12 Gauge slugs are advertised to have an incendiary tip that burns at approximately 3,000 degrees Fahrenheit, creating a significant flash upon impact.

What threats can AR500 A2 Steel Armor Plates stop?

AR500 A2 Steel Armor Plates are specifically rated to defeat penetrating threats, including M855 Green Tip rifle ammunition, offering a high level of protection against common rifle rounds.

What happened when incendiary slugs hit the AR500 plate?

When a Firequest Armor Piercing Incendiary 12 Gauge slug impacted the AR500 A2 Steel Armor Plate, it caused a bright flash from the incendiary tip and knocked the plate off its stand. However, the plate only sustained a dent and surface scarring, with no penetration.

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