*M1 Garand vs IIIA Body Armor*( Old vs New) #bodyarmor #history #gun #ww2

Published on February 5, 2023
Duration: 0:45

This video demonstrates a ballistic test comparing a World War 2 era M1 Garand rifle firing .30-06 ammunition against modern Level IIIA+ body armor. The test, conducted by Civilian Tactical, shows that while the front of the armor appears intact, the backside is significantly compromised, and the particle board behind it sustains substantial damage, indicating the M1 Garand's .30-06 round possesses considerable energy transfer capabilities against this level of protection.

Quick Summary

A World War 2 M1 Garand firing .30-06 ammunition can defeat modern Level IIIA+ body armor. In a ballistic test, while the front of the armor remained intact, the backside was significantly compromised, and a particle board backing sustained substantial damage, indicating considerable energy transfer.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: M1 Garand vs. Body Armor
  2. 00:07Ammunition Comparison: .303 British vs. .30-06
  3. 00:14Test Setup: Armor and Particle Board
  4. 00:20Firing the M1 Garand
  5. 00:28Results: Armor and Backing Board Impact
  6. 00:36Ammunition Power Analysis
  7. 00:39Conclusion: M1 Garand Wins

Frequently Asked Questions

Can an M1 Garand rifle penetrate modern Level IIIA+ body armor?

Yes, a World War 2 era M1 Garand firing .30-06 ammunition demonstrated the capability to defeat Level IIIA+ body armor. While the front of the armor appeared intact, the backside was compromised, and significant energy transfer occurred, as shown by damage to a particle board backing.

What was the setup for testing the M1 Garand against body armor?

The test involved pinning Level IIIA+ body armor to a stable surface with a piece of particle board placed behind it. This setup allowed for visual assessment of penetration and residual energy transfer after the M1 Garand fired .30-06 rounds at the armor.

How does the .30-06 round from an M1 Garand compare to other calibers against body armor?

The .30-06 round from the M1 Garand showed significantly more power and penetration capability than a .303 British round, which was previously stopped by soft body armor. The .30-06 round caused substantial damage to the Level IIIA+ armor and backing board.

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