How strong is this Russian Ballistic Shield? The VANT (LEGENDARY)

Published on May 29, 2022
Duration: 19:28

The Russian VANT ballistic shield, tested by Garand Thumb, demonstrates robust protection against common handgun and intermediate rifle calibers, including 9mm, 7.62x39mm, 5.45x39mm, and 5.56x45mm. While it stops 7.62x51mm, it is defeated by .30-06 AP rounds and completely penetrated by .50 BMG. The shield is noted for its extreme weight but effective performance against non-armor-piercing threats.

Quick Summary

The Russian VANT ballistic shield is assessed as Level 3/3A equivalent, stopping 9mm, 7.62x39mm, 5.45x39mm, and 5.56x45mm rounds. It is defeated by .30-06 AP and penetrated by .50 BMG, with its main drawback being extreme weight.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: Legendary Russian VANT Shield
  2. 03:34VANT Shield Design & Features
  3. 05:11Test Firearms: Glock, AKM, M16, FAL, .50 BMG
  4. 07:43Pistol & Intermediate Rifle Tests
  5. 09:06High-Velocity Rifle Testing (5.45mm, 5.56mm)
  6. 11:59Full-Power Rifle Test (.30-06 AP)
  7. 15:02.50 BMG Extreme Threat Test
  8. 16:12Visor & Lower Flap Durability
  9. 18:09Final Assessment: Level 3/3A Shield

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the armor rating of the Russian VANT ballistic shield tested by Garand Thumb?

The VANT ballistic shield is assessed as being equivalent to Level 3 / 3A protection. It effectively stops common handgun and intermediate rifle rounds but has limitations against armor-piercing rifle ammunition.

What firearms were used to test the VANT ballistic shield's strength?

The VANT shield was tested against a Glock 17 (9mm), AKM (7.62x39mm), AK-105 (5.45x39mm), URGI/M16 (5.56x45mm), FN FAL (7.62x51mm), M1 Garand (.30-06 AP), and a Steyr HS 50 (.50 BMG).

Can the VANT ballistic shield stop .50 BMG rounds?

No, the VANT ballistic shield is completely penetrated by a .50 BMG round fired from a Steyr HS 50. This demonstrates the shield's upper limit against extreme threats.

What are the main drawbacks of the VANT ballistic shield?

The primary drawback of the VANT ballistic shield is its extreme weight, estimated between 50-100 lbs. While effective, this weight significantly impacts mobility and user endurance.

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