Extar EP9 Mag Dump on a Bulletsafe VP3 Soft Body Armor Vest - TheFirearmGuy

Published on August 30, 2022
Duration: 8:15

This video demonstrates the performance of the BulletSafe VP3 soft body armor vest when subjected to a full magazine dump from an Extar EP9 Gen 2 pistol. While the vest is designed for everyday use and is NIJ certified, the test simulates extreme stress. The presenter notes that while some rounds penetrated after repeated impacts in the same area, the vest significantly absorbed the energy and prevented full penetration on many shots, especially considering the volume of fire. The test highlights the vest's construction and its limitations under such intense, concentrated fire.

Quick Summary

The BulletSafe VP3 soft body armor vest is NIJ certified and has previously stopped various calibers including 9mm, 45 ACP, and 10mm. In a recent test, it withstood a full 18-round magazine dump from an Extar EP9, though some rounds penetrated after repeated impacts in the same area, indicating limitations under extreme, concentrated stress.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to BulletSafe VP3 Vest
  2. 00:34NIJ Certification and Previous Tests
  3. 00:49Previous Caliber Tests (9mm, 45 ACP, 10mm)
  4. 01:10Specific Ammunition Penetration Tests
  5. 01:51Mag Dump Test Setup with Extar EP9
  6. 03:10Extar EP9 Gen 2 Mag Dump Begins
  7. 04:24Post-Mag Dump Vest Inspection
  8. 05:08Internal Vest Damage and Bullet Impact
  9. 05:55Back of the Vest and Material Breakdown
  10. 06:58Vest Performance Analysis and Rating
  11. 07:57Conclusion and Final Rating

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the BulletSafe VP3 vest's NIJ certification status?

The BulletSafe VP3 vest is NIJ certified. This means it has undergone rigorous ballistic testing by the National Institute of Justice and meets their established standards for protection against specific threats.

How did the BulletSafe VP3 vest perform during a full magazine dump from an Extar EP9?

During a full magazine dump (18 rounds) from an Extar EP9, the BulletSafe VP3 vest experienced some penetration after repeated impacts in the same area. While not all rounds fully penetrated, the concentrated fire compromised the vest's integrity.

What types of ammunition did the BulletSafe VP3 vest withstand in previous tests?

In previous tests, the BulletSafe VP3 vest successfully stopped 9mm, 9mm hollow points, 45 ACP, 10mm, 115-grain 6mm Hornady V-Crown, and 230-grain Speer Lawman full metal jacket rounds without penetration.

Is the BulletSafe VP3 vest designed for extreme stress like a mag dump?

No, the BulletSafe VP3 vest is designed for everyday use and protection against standard threats. The mag dump test simulated extreme stress beyond its intended operational parameters, and the presenter noted it's not designed for such concentrated, high-volume fire.

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