Craigslist Body Armor.....Bad Idea???

Published on September 24, 2017
Duration: 15:07

This video from Demolition Ranch, featuring guests The Outlaw and Robert Turkla, critically examines body armor sourced from Craigslist. The expert-led test evaluates Level III steel plates, Vietnam-era helicopter ceramic armor, and thick plexiglass against various calibers, including .50 BMG. The findings highlight significant performance differences and potential risks associated with purchasing used or unverified ballistic protection.

Quick Summary

Demolition Ranch tested Craigslist body armor, including Level III steel plates and Vietnam-era helicopter ceramic armor. The steel plates stopped 5.56 and 7.62 but failed against .300 Win Mag. Helicopter armor also failed against .300 Win Mag. Thick plexiglass was penetrated by .50 BMG.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Guests
  2. 01:42Body Armor Overview
  3. 03:18Testing Level III Steel Plates
  4. 04:52Helicopter Armor Ballistic Test
  5. 10:31Plexiglass Durability Test
  6. 13:40Final .50 BMG Steel Plate Test

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of body armor were tested from Craigslist?

The video tested Level III steel plates, Vietnam-era Huey helicopter ceramic armor, and a 3-inch thick slab of plexiglass. Each was subjected to various ballistic impacts to assess their protective capabilities.

How did the Craigslist steel plates perform against rifle rounds?

The Level III steel plates from Craigslist successfully stopped 5.56x45mm NATO and 7.62x51mm NATO rounds. However, they were nearly defeated by the higher-powered .300 Winchester Magnum round.

Can helicopter armor be used as effective body armor?

The Vietnam-era helicopter ceramic armor stopped most handgun and intermediate rifle rounds tested. However, like the steel plates, it failed to stop the .300 Winchester Magnum, indicating its limitations for modern threats.

Is thick plexiglass a viable alternative to body armor?

No, thick plexiglass is not a viable alternative. While it captured many handgun and intermediate rifle rounds, it was easily penetrated by a .50 BMG round, highlighting its inadequacy for serious ballistic protection.

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