Can Leather Armor Stop A Bullet???

Published on December 13, 2024
Duration: 28:13

This video from Demolition Ranch, featuring experts from Q, tests the effectiveness of various homemade body armor plates against 5.56x45mm NATO and 8.6 Blackout rounds. The tests reveal that common homemade armor designs offer minimal protection against high-velocity rifle rounds and even struggle against some heavy subsonic .30 caliber projectiles. The discussion highlights the importance of proper ballistic materials and design for effective protection.

Quick Summary

Homemade armor plates, including UHMWPE, leather, and wood/tin stacks, were tested against 5.56 NATO and 8.6 Blackout rounds. Experts from Q explained that while 5.56 easily penetrated all homemade armor, subsonic 8.6 Blackout was stopped by some targets, but supersonic 8.6 Blackout penetrated all. The 1:3 twist rate on the 8.6 Blackout Boom Box is key for stabilizing heavy subsonic projectiles.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Sponsor
  2. 02:40Q Boom Box & 8.6 Blackout Intro
  3. 05:36Subsonic Ballistics & Twist Rates
  4. 07:12Homemade Armor Plate Overview
  5. 10:085.56 Ballistic Testing
  6. 12:438.6 Blackout Ballistic Testing
  7. 15:18Boom Box Variants & Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What calibers were used to test the homemade armor plates?

The homemade armor plates were tested using 5.56x45mm NATO rounds fired from a Q Honey Badger and both subsonic and supersonic 8.6 Blackout rounds fired from a Q Boom Box. These tests aimed to evaluate protection against common rifle rounds and heavy .30 caliber projectiles.

What is the purpose of a fast twist rate like 1:3 in firearms?

A fast twist rate, such as 1:3, is crucial for stabilizing heavy, slow-moving projectiles like subsonic 8.6 Blackout rounds. This rapid rotation increases the bullet's RPM, enhancing its aerodynamic stability and terminal performance by promoting reliable expansion and energy transfer.

Did any of the homemade armor plates stop the bullets?

None of the homemade armor plates were effective against the 5.56x45mm NATO rounds. While some plates, like the wood stack and pipe plate, managed to stop subsonic 8.6 Blackout rounds, all tested plates were penetrated by supersonic 8.6 Blackout projectiles.

What firearms were featured in the ballistic testing?

The ballistic testing prominently featured the Q Honey Badger in 5.56x45mm NATO and the Q Boom Box, chambered in 8.6 Blackout, with various barrel lengths (12", 8", 6", and 4") being showcased.

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