*test* OLD GUN vs NEW ARMOR (m1 carbine) #gun #demolitionranch #fullautofriday #bodyarmor

Published on December 21, 2022
Duration: 0:55

This video demonstrates a ballistic test comparing a WWII-era M1 Carbine firing .30 Carbine rounds against modern Battle Steel Level 3A+ body armor. The test, conducted by Civilian Tactical, effectively visualizes back face deformation on a particle board, showing the armor's ability to stop the projectile while containing fragments. The host, a firearms enthusiast, highlights the armor's performance in a controlled range environment.

Quick Summary

A ballistic test pitted a WWII M1 Carbine against Battle Steel Level 3A+ body armor. The armor stopped the .30 Carbine round but showed significant back face deformation, highlighting the importance of considering blunt force trauma in armor effectiveness.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction
  2. 00:08Test Setup
  3. 00:17The Shot
  4. 00:32Results and Inspection
  5. 00:47Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of firearm was used to test the body armor?

The test utilized a World War II era M1 Carbine, chambered in .30 Carbine, to assess its effectiveness against modern body armor.

How was the performance of the body armor evaluated?

The armor's performance was evaluated by observing its ability to stop the projectile and by measuring back face deformation using a particle board placed behind the armor.

Did the M1 Carbine penetrate the Level 3A+ body armor?

No, the Level 3A+ Battle Steel body armor successfully stopped the .30 Carbine round fired from the M1 Carbine, although significant back face deformation occurred.

What ammunition was used in the M1 Carbine for the test?

The M1 Carbine was fired using .30 Carbine ammunition supplied by Gun Prime for the ballistic test.

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