The World Must Know… How BULLETPROOF Are BULLETS???

Published on July 12, 2022
Duration: 19:44

This video from DemolitionRanch features an experimental test of custom-made armor plates constructed from .45 ACP bullets and live cartridges encased in resin. The experiment, led by Matt Carriker, assesses the plates' effectiveness against various calibers, including .22 LR, 9mm, 5.7x28mm, 12 gauge buckshot, and 5.56x45mm. While the plates show some success against handgun rounds and buckshot, they are penetrated by high-velocity rifle rounds.

Quick Summary

DemolitionRanch tested custom armor plates made from .45 ACP bullets and cartridges in resin. The plates successfully stopped .22 LR, 9mm, 5.7x28mm, and 12 gauge buckshot, but were penetrated by 5.56x45mm rifle rounds.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro Skit
  2. 01:37Experiment Overview: Bullet Armor
  3. 03:01AR-57 Upper Introduction
  4. 05:11Testing: .22 LR
  5. 07:04Testing: 9mm
  6. 09:36AR-57 Performance Issues
  7. 12:17Testing: 5.7x28mm vs Armor
  8. 14:26Testing: 12 Gauge Buckshot
  9. 15:43Testing: 5.56x45mm
  10. 17:51Conclusion and Outro

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of armor was tested in the DemolitionRanch video?

The video tested custom-made armor plates constructed from .45 ACP bullets and live cartridges encased in resin. These unique plates were subjected to various ballistic tests to determine their effectiveness.

Which calibers were used to test the bullet-filled resin armor?

The armor was tested against .22 LR, 9mm, 5.7x28mm, 12 gauge buckshot, and 5.56x45mm rounds. The results varied significantly based on the projectile's velocity and caliber.

Did the custom bullet armor stop rifle rounds?

No, the armor plates made of .45 ACP bullets in resin were penetrated by high-velocity 5.56x45mm rifle rounds fired from a Galil. While the bullets were slightly deflected, the armor did not stop them.

What issues were encountered with the AR-57 upper receiver?

During testing, the AR-57 upper receiver, which fires 5.7x28mm rounds, experienced several jams and reliability problems. These issues were tentatively attributed to magazine or ammunition compatibility.

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