Will A Riot Shield Stop A Bullet?

Published on February 8, 2025
Duration: 0:46

This guide details a ballistic testing procedure for the RTS Tactical Mini Rapid Deployable Shield, demonstrating its effectiveness against various calibers. The video features an expert reviewer, Johnny Q, who uses a water jug as a ballistic medium to assess penetration. The shield successfully stopped .22 LR, .357 Magnum, and .223 Remington rounds, indicating a high level of protection.

Quick Summary

The RTS Tactical Mini Rapid Deployable Shield was tested against .22 LR, .357 Magnum, and .223 Remington rounds. Using a water jug as a ballistic medium, the shield successfully stopped all tested calibers without penetration, indicating a protection level equivalent to Level III/III+ for .223 Remington rounds.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Setup
  2. 00:14.22 LR Ballistic Test
  3. 00:23.357 Magnum Ballistic Test
  4. 00:34.223 Remington Ballistic Test

Frequently Asked Questions

What calibers of ammunition were tested against the RTS Tactical Mini Rapid Deployable Shield?

The video tested the RTS Tactical Mini Rapid Deployable Shield against .22 LR, .357 Magnum, and .223 Remington rounds. The shield successfully stopped all of these calibers without penetration.

How was the effectiveness of the riot shield measured in the video?

Effectiveness was measured by firing various calibers at the shield and observing if the rounds penetrated. A water jug placed behind the shield served as a ballistic medium to simulate a human target and detect any penetration.

What is the protection level of the RTS Tactical Mini Rapid Deployable Shield?

Based on the tests conducted, the RTS Tactical Mini Rapid Deployable Shield demonstrated a protection level equivalent to Level III/III+ by successfully stopping .223 Remington rounds, which are high-velocity rifle rounds.

What types of firearms were used to test the riot shield?

The firearms used for testing included a suppressed lever-action rifle equipped with a red dot sight and an AR-15 style rifle fitted with a Low Power Variable Optic (LPVO).

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