Premier Body Armor Test | Level III Steel Plate

This video demonstrates the ballistic resistance of 50 layers of Kevlar material against a 5.56x45mm M193 round fired from a 16-inch barrel. The test reveals that 45 layers of the Kevlar were sufficient to stop the projectile, although the impact caused a blowout in the rear of the panel. The remaining 5 layers were completely blown out.

This video provides an in-depth review and ballistic testing of the Premier Body Armor Stratis Max body armor plates. The presenter, with apparent expertise in firearms and tactical gear, demonstrates the plates' performance against various rifle calibers, including 7.62x39mm steel core, M855 green tip, M855A1, and even a .50 caliber round. Key features highlighted include the RF3+ rating, multi-hit capability, ceramic construction, and edge-to-edge protection claims. The review emphasizes the importance of reliable body armor for personal defense and tactical operations.

This video demonstrates a multi-pronged durability test on Premier Body Armor, including ballistic impacts from 9mm and .44 Magnum rounds, and exposure to a flamethrower. The tests also involve a simulated target (watermelon) to assess damage. The reviewer, with a hobbyist authority level, provides an entertaining yet informative look at the armor's resilience beyond advertised capabilities.

This video from Kentucky Ballistics features Scott, an expert in large-caliber firearms, testing the formidable Solothurn S-18/1000 20mm anti-tank rifle against advanced ballistic protection. The demonstration includes engaging a zombie torso equipped with Premier Body Armor Level IV plates and a ballistic helmet, as well as a Russian Vant ballistic shield. The results highlight the extreme destructive power of the 20mm round against modern body armor.

This video provides an expert-level demonstration of the terminal ballistics differences between 5.56mm M193 and M855 Green Tip ammunition. The demonstration, conducted by Guns Blazing Ranch, clearly shows M855's superior penetration capability on concrete due to its steel penetrator core, contrasting with M193's more superficial impact. The Springfield Armory Saint rifle, equipped with a suppressor, is used for the live-fire tests.

This video from Kentucky Ballistics features Scott, an established expert in extreme ballistic testing, demonstrating the immense power of a custom 'Fury' Punt Gun. The experiment involves testing the Punt Gun's 1.68-inch bore projectile against Premier Body Armor's Level 3A and Level 4 plates. While the armor stops penetration, the sheer kinetic energy transfer results in the destruction of ballistic dummies, highlighting the incapacitating effects of blunt force trauma even when armor holds.

This video features a critique of a home defense AR-15 build by former Navy SEAL Jeff Gonzales. Key takeaways include the importance of a suppressor for indoor use, the critique of an overly complex sling, and recommendations for reliable optics. The discussion highlights the trade-offs of short-barreled rifles (SBRs) for home defense and emphasizes practical gear selection over complexity.

This guide details the tool-less field stripping process for the Beretta ARX-160, as demonstrated by a Beretta factory representative. It covers the quick-release barrel, stock, trigger group, and bolt assembly, emphasizing ease of maintenance. The representative highlights the rifle's modularity and ambidextrous features, noting its current military availability with future civilian plans.

This entry details the Fostech .50 Cal Drum Magazine, designed for Barrett M107 and 82A1 rifles, featuring a 20-round capacity and billet machined aluminum construction. It also touches upon the Fostech Rader .308 rifle. The information is presented with high technical focus from a manufacturer representative.

This video from ARFCOM News details a ballistic gel test of Remington's 158gr SJHP .357 Magnum ammunition fired from a 16-inch Rossi Model M92 carbine. The test highlights how carbine-length barrels significantly enhance .357 Magnum performance, achieving velocities comparable to some .300 Blackout loads and demonstrating substantial penetration and expansion in ballistic gel. The analysis touches on terminal ballistics theories and the unique behavior of high-velocity pistol rounds fired from rifles.