Shoot Steel AR550 Armadillo Short Range Rifle Target Review & Test

This video introduces the Mini A-DAP AR550 Steel Target, a smaller, more affordable version of their C Zone target. Designed for maximum accountability, it's ideal for ultra-close-range carbine use. The target is constructed from robust 1/2" AR550 steel and comes with a lifetime warranty. The description also includes promotional codes for discounts on steel targets and free downloadable paper targets for budget-conscious training.

This video from TA Targets demonstrates the extreme durability of their AR550 steel targets. Through an abuse test involving armor-piercing ammunition, the half-inch thick C-zone target shows remarkable resistance to penetration and deformation, even when subjected to rounds designed to defeat armor. The test highlights the target's ability to withstand significant abuse without compromising its integrity.

This video showcases the "The Grounder" portable AR550 steel target system from TA Targets. The description provides a direct link to the product page, indicating a focus on demonstrating and reviewing this specific piece of shooting range equipment. While no specific firearms are mentioned as being used with the target, the product's nature implies its use with various firearms and calibers.

This video advertises a limited-time promotion offering a free 3/8" AR550 steel target plate and an A-DAP Tee Post Mount with the purchase of any full ADAP system from tatargets.com. The description encourages viewers to shop now via the provided link. The focus is on a promotional deal for steel targets and mounting systems, implying they are designed for firearms use.

This video demonstrates a comprehensive ballistic test of a custom-built bulletproof helmet, dubbed 'Bender's Head'. High-authority shooter Edwin Sarkissian subjects the helmet to various calibers, including 9mm, .50 AE, 7.62x39mm, 8mm Mauser, and .50 BMG, fired from different firearms. The testing reveals the helmet's capabilities and limitations against significant ballistic threats, highlighting the effectiveness of its 4-inch thick tank glass visor and ShootSteel.com plating against most threats, but ultimately succumbing to a .50 BMG round.

This video features an interview with Evan, the owner of ShootSteel.com, discussing the various types of AR500 steel targets offered by his company. The discussion likely covers different target sizes, shapes, and potentially materials or durability aspects, aimed at informing potential customers about the product range. The video also includes promotional links for Battle Arms Development and Tekmat, along with social media handles for nsz85 and The Arms Guide.

This video from Buckeye Ballistics provides a practical, albeit unconventional, comparison of five common pistol calibers (.22LR, .380 ACP, 9mm, .40 S&W, .45 ACP) by shooting watermelons. The expert demonstrates varying levels of terminal performance, from the .22LR's significant splitting to the .45 ACP's complete watermelon fragmentation, highlighting the differences in hydraulic shock and expansion. The test utilizes specific hollow-point ammunition, including Speer Gold Dot, Aguila Super Maximum, and Underwood XTP, showcasing their effects.

This video provides a practical, safety-conscious comparison of common pistol calibers (.22LR, .380 ACP, 9mm, .40 S&W, .45 ACP) against concrete blocks. The host, demonstrating high authority and expertise, details the testing methodology and results, emphasizing the risks of ricochet. None of the tested pistol calibers fully penetrated the concrete block's second wall, suggesting their limitations for certain penetration scenarios.

This review of the Taurus TX22 .22 LR pistol details its features, including a 16+1 capacity and excellent trigger. While initial testing with CCI Mini-Mags was flawless, subsequent tests with various ammunition types revealed cycling issues and culminated in a catastrophic failure. The failure was attributed to a squib load followed by a second shot, causing a barrel bulge and ruptured casing, highlighting potential ammunition inconsistencies. The review provides a detailed look at disassembly and damage assessment.

This video from Buckeye Ballistics provides an experimental comparison of three popular rimfire calibers: .22LR, .22WMR, and .17HMR, using cantaloupes as ballistic mediums. The host, an experienced shooter, demonstrates the distinct terminal ballistics of each round, highlighting how bullet construction and velocity affect target interaction. The comparison offers practical insights into the performance differences between these rimfire cartridges on soft tissue simulants.