lightweight Rifle Rated Backpack Armor 4.25 lbs.

Published on April 11, 2019
Duration: 6:39

This video features a destructive test of the ShotStop Level 3+ lightweight rifle-rated backpack armor panel. The instructor, with extensive experience in body armor reviews, demonstrates the panel's capability to stop various rifle rounds, including 5.56x45mm, 7.62x39mm, .308 Winchester, M193, and even 6.5 Creedmoor, at 25 yards. The panel, weighing approximately 4.25 lbs, proved surprisingly durable, exceeding its stated ratings in testing.

Quick Summary

The ShotStop Level 3+ lightweight rifle-rated backpack armor panel, constructed from polyethylene, weighs around 4.25-4.57 lbs and costs under $300. It's rated for 7.62x51mm and 5.56x45mm, and destructive testing showed it stopping .308 Winchester and even 6.5 Creedmoor rounds at 25 yards.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to ShotStop Armor
  2. 00:30Panel Specifications and Weight
  3. 00:50Backpack Integration
  4. 01:325.56x45mm (223 Rem) Test
  5. 01:577.62x39mm Test
  6. 02:13.308 Winchester (7.62x51mm) Test
  7. 02:44M193 (High Velocity 5.56) Test
  8. 04:07Extended .308 Winchester Test
  9. 04:41Further 223 Rem Testing
  10. 05:116.5 Creedmoor Test
  11. 05:59Summary and Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the ShotStop backpack armor panel lightweight?

The ShotStop armor panel is constructed from polyethylene and other advanced materials. This composition allows it to achieve a significantly lower weight compared to traditional steel or ceramic body armor, making it ideal for backpack integration.

What rifle rounds can the ShotStop Level 3+ backpack armor panel stop?

The panel is rated to stop standalone threats of 7.62x51mm and 5.56x45mm. During destructive testing, it also successfully stopped 7.62x39mm, M193, .308 Winchester, and even 6.5 Creedmoor rounds at 25 yards, though it's not rated for the latter two.

How much does the ShotStop lightweight rifle-rated backpack armor panel weigh?

The specific panel tested weighs approximately 4.57 pounds. A slightly thinner variant is available that weighs 4.25 pounds, offering a lighter option for users prioritizing minimal weight.

What is the price range for the ShotStop backpack armor panels?

The tested 4.57-pound panel is available for under $300. The lighter 4.25-pound version is priced around $310, offering a balance between weight and cost for rifle-rated protection.

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