CHEAP Homemade Body Armor That Stops RIFLES, How's It Done??

Published on May 20, 2023
Duration: 15:18

This video details the construction and testing of two homemade body armor plates, demonstrating their performance against various calibers. The host, with high authority in gear testing, showcases the materials used, including steel, porcelain tiles, wood, and Kevlar, and their effectiveness against threats like .223 and 7.62x39mm rounds, while also highlighting failures against steel core and .308 ammunition. The thin profile and DIY nature of the armor are emphasized.

Quick Summary

Two homemade body armor plates were tested, one with steel, porcelain tiles, and wood, the other with Kevlar and a white paste. Both successfully stopped .223 and 7.62x39mm rounds but failed against .308, highlighting limitations despite their thin profile and DIY construction.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Homemade Armor
  2. 01:25Pistol Caliber Testing
  3. 05:29Rifle Caliber Testing
  4. 08:21Armor Piercing and High Power Testing
  5. 10:43Plate Dissection
  6. 11:28Secret Sauce Plate Testing

Frequently Asked Questions

What materials were used in the homemade body armor plates?

The first homemade plate consisted of 14-gauge steel, two porcelain floor tiles, and a wood core, all wrapped in duct tape. The second plate, dubbed 'Secret Sauce', featured layers of Kevlar and a white paste over porcelain tiles.

How did the homemade body armor perform against rifle rounds?

The homemade plates successfully stopped .223 rounds and 7.62x39mm rounds. However, they failed to stop 5.45x39mm 7N6 steel core rounds and .308 rounds, indicating limitations against certain high-penetration threats.

What is backface deformation in body armor testing?

Backface deformation is the inward bulge of the armor upon impact. While the homemade plates stopped penetration from some rounds, significant backface deformation was observed, which can still cause blunt force trauma to the wearer.

Can homemade body armor stop rifle rounds like .223?

Yes, the homemade body armor plates tested in this video demonstrated the ability to stop .223 rounds. However, their effectiveness against higher-powered or steel-core rifle ammunition was limited, leading to penetration.

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