Projétil M855 (5,56 mm) VS Colete de Aço – O Que Acontece no Impacto?

Published on August 30, 2025
Duration: 1:02

This video tests the penetration capability of the M855 'Green Tip' 5.56mm round against a steel body armor plate. The test demonstrates that while the M855 round has a steel core, it was unable to penetrate Level 3 Plus A2 steel plates from Armored Republic, which had previously withstood 9mm and .45 ACP rounds. The test also included a soda bottle behind the armor to check for fragmentation.

Quick Summary

The M855 'Green Tip' 5.56mm ammunition, featuring a steel core, was tested against Level 3 Plus A2 steel body armor from Armored Republic. The results showed that the steel armor successfully stopped the M855 round, indicating its capability to withstand this type of threat.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: M855 vs. Body Armor
  2. 00:05M855 Green Tip Ammunition
  3. 00:11Testing Against Steel Body Armor
  4. 00:16Steel Core Penetration Theory
  5. 00:25Soda Bottle Fragmentation Test Setup
  6. 00:36Impact Test: M855 vs. Steel Armor
  7. 00:42Test Results: Armor Intact
  8. 00:47Armored Republic Level 3 Plus A2 Plates
  9. 00:57Steel Armor vs. Green Tip Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

Can M855 'Green Tip' ammunition penetrate steel body armor?

In this test, the M855 'Green Tip' 5.56mm ammunition, despite its steel core, was unable to penetrate Level 3 Plus A2 steel body armor plates from Armored Republic. The armor remained intact after the impact.

What type of steel body armor was tested against the M855 round?

The test utilized Level 3 Plus A2 steel body armor plates manufactured by Armored Republic. These plates had previously shown resistance to 9mm and .45 ACP rounds.

What is the significance of the 'Green Tip' on M855 ammunition?

The 'Green Tip' on M855 ammunition signifies that it has a steel core. This design is intended to provide increased penetration capabilities compared to standard lead-core projectiles.

How was projectile fragmentation assessed in the test?

A soda bottle was placed behind the steel body armor plate. If the projectile penetrated or fragmented significantly, the bottle would likely be damaged or burst, indicating fragmentation and spall.

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