MIRA Tactical Level 4 Armor

Published on February 15, 2021
Duration: 11:33

This video provides an in-depth review and ballistic testing of MIRA Tactical's Level IV body armor plates. The instructor demonstrates the plates' ability to stop various rifle rounds, including .223/5.56, .308, and 6.5 Creedmoor, highlighting their lightweight design, thin profile, and multi-hit capabilities. The testing emphasizes the armor's effectiveness in preventing penetration and managing backface deformation.

Quick Summary

MIRA Tactical's Level IV body armor is a lightweight composite plate made of ceramic and UHMWPE, weighing 5.9 pounds. It's rated to stop up to .30-06 Springfield rounds and demonstrated multi-hit capability against .223/5.56, .308, and 6.5 Creedmoor rounds in ballistic testing, while also offering inherent spall protection.

Chapters

  1. 00:32Introduction to MIRA Tactical Armor
  2. 01:02Level IV Armor Specs & Features
  3. 01:29Weight and Thickness Analysis
  4. 02:02Bullet Stopping Capabilities
  5. 02:45Price Point and Value
  6. 03:00Ceramic and Polyethylene Combination
  7. 03:33Spall Protection Design
  8. 03:58Multi-Strike Capability
  9. 04:02Range Test Setup
  10. 04:20Chronograph and Velocity Readings
  11. 04:33Testing with .223 Remington
  12. 05:07.223 Impact Analysis
  13. 05:48Testing with 5.56x45mm NATO (XM 193)
  14. 06:095.56 Impact Analysis
  15. 06:30Testing with .308 Winchester
  16. 06:57.308 Impact Analysis
  17. 07:33Testing with 6.5 Creedmoor
  18. 08:066.5 Creedmoor Impact Analysis
  19. 08:36Final Test: Fast 5.56 from 20" Barrel
  20. 09:26Final Impact Analysis
  21. 09:53Overall Plate Performance and Value
  22. 10:29Comfort and Wearability
  23. 11:07Recommendation and Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What is MIRA Tactical's Level IV body armor made of?

MIRA Tactical's Level IV body armor is constructed from a combination of ceramic material on the front and Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene (UHMWPE) on the back. This composite design is intended to fragment incoming rounds and then catch the bullet and fragments.

How much does MIRA Tactical's Level IV armor weigh?

The MIRA Tactical Level IV body armor plates weigh approximately 5.9 pounds. This is noted as being incredibly light for a Level IV rated armor, contributing to its wearability and comfort.

What types of rounds can MIRA Tactical's Level IV armor stop?

MIRA Tactical's Level IV armor is rated to stop up to a .30-06 Springfield round. During testing, it successfully stopped .223/5.56, .308, and 6.5 Creedmoor rounds fired from various barrel lengths and at different velocities.

Does MIRA Tactical's Level IV armor offer spall protection?

Yes, the design of MIRA Tactical's Level IV armor, with its ceramic front and polyethylene back, inherently provides spall protection. The polyethylene layer is designed to catch fragments and shrapnel, preventing them from ricocheting.

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