Is A Car Bulletproof pt.2 (A Pillar)

Published on August 22, 2022
Duration: 1:00

This video segment analyzes the ballistic performance of a .308 Winchester round impacting the A-pillar of a vehicle. The projectile entered and exited the top of the windshield, demonstrating that the vehicle's A-pillar and laminate glass were insufficient to stop the round. The energy transfer into the target outside the vehicle was significant.

Quick Summary

A .308 Winchester round was tested against a vehicle's A-pillar and laminate windshield. The projectile successfully penetrated and exited the top of the windshield, demonstrating that the vehicle's structure did not fully stop the round. Significant energy was transferred to the target beyond the vehicle.

Chapters

  1. 00:01Introduction
  2. 00:32Ballistic Impact Analysis
  3. 00:37Projectile Trajectory and Exit
  4. 00:41Glass Rake and Bullet Performance
  5. 00:43.308 Winchester Performance
  6. 00:49Energy Transfer to Target

Frequently Asked Questions

Can a .308 Winchester round penetrate a vehicle's A-pillar and windshield?

Yes, a .308 Winchester round demonstrated the ability to penetrate the A-pillar and exit the top of the windshield. The laminate glass and vehicle structure did not fully stop the projectile, indicating significant residual energy.

How does the rake angle of a windshield affect bullet penetration?

The rake angle of the laminate glass on a windshield can influence a projectile's trajectory upon impact. In this test, the rake angle was a factor in how the .308 round interacted with the glass before exiting the top of the windshield.

What is the energy transfer like when a .308 round hits a vehicle's A-pillar?

When a .308 Winchester round impacts a vehicle's A-pillar and windshield, a significant amount of energy is transferred. The projectile exited the windshield, indicating it retained substantial energy, which was then transferred to any target beyond the vehicle.

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