Gatling Gun vs Indestructible Body Armor πŸ’ͺ

Published on April 8, 2021
Duration: 15:04

This video features an expert-level test by Kentucky Ballistics, demonstrating the durability of Safe Life Defense FRAS body armor against a high volume of fire from a Tippmann Armory 9mm Gatling Gun. The armor successfully stopped a total of 260 rounds, showcasing its resilience through detailed analysis of internal damage. The demonstration highlights the effectiveness of the ceramic hexagon plates and Dyneema fiber layers in protecting against ballistic threats.

Quick Summary

Kentucky Ballistics conducted an extreme durability test on Safe Life Defense FRAS body armor using a Tippmann Armory 9mm Gatling Gun. The armor successfully stopped a total of 260 rounds of 9mm 115 grain FMJ ammunition without any penetrations, showcasing the effectiveness of its ceramic plates and Dyneema backing.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Gatling Gun vs. Body Armor
  2. 00:29Tippmann Armory 9mm Gatling Gun Overview
  3. 01:04Safe Life Defense FRAS Armor Details
  4. 03:57Initial 9mm Test (30 Rounds)
  5. 04:53Extended Testing (50 & 100 Round Drums)
  6. 09:30Final Test and Results (260 Rounds Total)
  7. 12:09Armor Destruction Analysis

Frequently Asked Questions

How much ammunition was fired at the Safe Life Defense FRAS body armor during the test?

A total of 260 rounds of 9mm 115 grain FMJ ammunition were fired at the Safe Life Defense FRAS body armor during the comprehensive testing conducted by Kentucky Ballistics. This included multiple magazine changes and drum capacities.

What components make up the Safe Life Defense FRAS body armor?

The Safe Life Defense FRAS (Flexible Rifle Rated Armor) is constructed with small, internal ceramic hexagon plates backed by layers of Dyneema soft armor. This combination is designed to provide flexible, rifle-rated protection.

Did the 9mm Gatling gun penetrate the Safe Life Defense FRAS body armor?

No, the Safe Life Defense FRAS body armor successfully stopped all 260 rounds of 9mm ammunition fired from the Tippmann Armory 9mm Gatling Gun. Despite significant surface damage, no penetrations occurred.

What was the outcome of the internal inspection of the body armor after testing?

After the extensive testing, an internal inspection revealed that the ceramic hexagon plates were pulverized and the Dyneema layers were shredded. However, these layers collectively caught all the projectiles, demonstrating the armor's layered defense system.

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