Long Range AR500 Armor Test

This video features Matt Carriker of Demolition Ranch conducting an extreme durability test on AR500 Armor plates, specifically a Level IV Ceramic/Composite Plate, against high-powered rifle calibers including .308 AP and .50 BMG. The testing demonstrates the plate's capabilities and limitations when subjected to multiple high-energy threats, providing valuable insights into real-world ballistic performance beyond standard NIJ testing parameters.

This video tests an AR500 Armor steel plate against rifle rounds, including 5.56mm and 7.62x51mm. The plate, coated with Line-X for spall containment, successfully stopped initial rounds. However, after multiple concentrated hits in the same area, the steel failed, resulting in a plug being punched through.

This video features Shortshot Tony, a tactical gear reviewer, conducting live-fire ballistic testing on AR500 steel plates to assess the effectiveness of spall coatings. The experiment demonstrates that while uncoated plates can produce significant spalling, a spall-resistant coating, especially when used within a plate carrier, effectively contains fragmentation.

This video provides an expert-level assessment of AR500 Armor Level III Steel Plates against various 12-gauge shotgun loads, including buckshot and slugs. The demonstration, led by experienced individuals Eric and Ray, showcases the armor's ability to stop projectiles and the effectiveness of its anti-spall coating. The testing utilizes ballistic gel to observe penetration and fragment containment, offering practical insights into the protective capabilities of AR500 Armor in real-world scenarios.

This guide details the testing of AR500 Armor Level III steel plates, demonstrating their effectiveness against various handgun and rifle threats, including .30-06 AP and 5.56 M855. The video highlights the importance of the Line-X/Paxcon anti-spall coating and the 'shooter's cut' design. It concludes that while the armor provides significant protection, it is a supplement to, not a replacement for, tactical awareness and proper defensive strategy.

This guide, drawing on the expertise of Elliott Delp, a gear reviewer with 3-4 years of testing experience and tactical training, compares plate carriers across different price points. It details the pros and cons of budget options like the Yakeda ($80), mid-range choices such as the AR500 Testudo Gen 2 ($170), and high-end systems like the HRT RAC Carrier ($600). The review emphasizes the importance of build quality, modularity, and features like padding and placard systems for serious use.

This video provides an expert-level overview of a heavily customized AR-15, nicknamed the 'Zombie Destroyer', built for a thematic zombie apocalypse scenario. The build features an extensive accessory loadout including multiple optics, lasers, and flashlights, along with a high magazine capacity. The demonstration includes rapid fire, engagement of Tannerite targets, and unique shooting techniques, showcasing the rifle's capabilities and the instructor's proficiency.

This video details an extreme AR-15 meltdown test, pushing a custom build to its limits. Expert instructor Eric demonstrates the process, highlighting component durability and failure points under sustained fire. The test concludes with a catastrophic barrel failure after 830 rounds, providing valuable insights into the platform's resilience.

This guide details the process of conducting an extreme durability test on an AK-47 variant, specifically the Definitive Arms VEPR, as demonstrated by Iraqveteran8888. The test involves sustained full-auto fire to induce critical heat failure, followed by inspection of components like the barrel and gas block. The expert assessment highlights the rifle's resilience, lasting 895 rounds before failure, and compares its performance to other platforms.

This guide details a 700-round rapid-fire stress test on a Yugo M92 PAP AK-47 variant, demonstrating the platform's legendary durability under extreme heat. Performed by Eric from Iraqveteran8888, the test highlights safe handling of overheated firearms and concludes with a tribute to Mikhail Kalashnikov's engineering legacy. The firearm successfully completed the test despite significant heat buildup.