Mercedes Benz S Class Bulletproof?

Published on March 31, 2018
Duration: 22:12

This video from Edwin Sarkissian, a high-profile firearms entertainer, tests the ballistic resistance of a Mercedes-Benz S430 against various firearms and calibers. The tests demonstrate that while the luxury sedan offers some minimal protection against lower-caliber rounds and shotgun slugs, it is easily penetrated by higher-powered handguns and rifle rounds. The vehicle remains drivable after extensive damage.

Quick Summary

A standard Mercedes-Benz S430 offers minimal ballistic protection against firearms. Testing showed that while lower-caliber rounds like 9mm and 12-gauge slugs were stopped internally, higher-powered handguns (.50 AE, .460 S&W Magnum) and rifle rounds (5.56mm) easily penetrated the vehicle's structure. The car remained drivable despite extensive damage.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Shotgun Test
  2. 01:09Shotgun Ballistic Results
  3. 02:199mm Glock 19X Testing
  4. 04:22Roof Penetration Test
  5. 05:35Desert Eagle .50 AE Test
  6. 09:45S&W 500 and 460 Magnum Tests
  7. 13:34Gas Tank Ballistics
  8. 15:33AR-15 5.56mm Green Tip Test
  9. 20:11Final Assessment and Outro

Frequently Asked Questions

Does a Mercedes-Benz S-Class offer ballistic protection?

Based on testing by Edwin Sarkissian, a standard Mercedes-Benz S430 offers minimal ballistic protection. While it stopped some 12-gauge slugs and 9mm rounds internally, higher-caliber rounds like .50 AE, .460 S&W Magnum, and 5.56mm easily penetrated the vehicle's doors and structure.

What firearms were used to test the Mercedes S430's bullet resistance?

The Mercedes S430 was tested with a 12-gauge shotgun, a Glock 19X (9mm), a Desert Eagle (.50 AE), Smith & Wesson Model 500 and Model 460 revolvers (.460 S&W Magnum), and an AR-15 (5.56mm). Underwood Ammunition was also featured.

Can a Mercedes S-Class be driven after being shot?

Yes, the Mercedes-Benz S430 tested in the video remained drivable after sustaining significant ballistic damage from multiple firearms, including penetration through doors and the roof.

What is the penetration capability of .460 S&W Magnum rounds in a vehicle?

Testing showed that .460 S&W Magnum rounds, particularly Underwood Extreme Penetrator ammunition, demonstrated significant penetration through multiple layers of the Mercedes S430, stopping only near the glove box.

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