Will this Hoodie stop a 50bmg?

Published on December 24, 2022
Duration: 9:47

This video demonstrates a high-energy, experimental test of a Level 3A ballistic hoodie's capability against various threats, from handgun rounds to .50 BMG. Expertly conducted by Edwin Sarkissian, the test shows the hoodie's effectiveness against .50 AE but its limitations against rifle calibers. The layered armor approach is also tested, highlighting the significant difference in stopping power between handgun and rifle rounds.

Quick Summary

The Wonder Hoodie, rated Level 3A, was tested against .50 AE, 7.62x39mm, and .50 BMG rounds. It successfully stopped .50 AE handgun rounds but was penetrated by rifle calibers. This highlights that Level 3A armor is primarily for handgun threats, not rifle threats.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Wonder Hoodie Introduction
  2. 02:25Firearm and Ammo Setup
  3. 04:07Desert Eagle Ballistic Test
  4. 05:46Layering Armor for Rifle Test
  5. 06:53AK-47 Ballistic Test
  6. 08:31.50 BMG Ballistic Test

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ballistic rating of the Wonder Hoodie tested in the video?

The Wonder Hoodie tested in the video is rated Level 3A. This means it is designed to stop handgun rounds up to .44 Magnum and 9mm submachine gun rounds, according to NIJ standards.

Can a Level 3A ballistic hoodie stop rifle rounds like 7.62x39mm or .50 BMG?

No, a Level 3A ballistic hoodie is not designed to stop rifle rounds. The video demonstrates that 7.62x39mm rounds easily penetrate it, and a .50 BMG round causes catastrophic destruction.

What ammunition was used to test the Wonder Hoodie's capabilities?

The video tested the Wonder Hoodie with .50 AE rounds from a Desert Eagle, 7.62x39mm rounds from an AK-47, and .50 BMG rounds from a .50 BMG rifle. The .50 AE rounds were stopped, while the rifle rounds penetrated.

What happens when a .50 BMG round hits body armor?

A .50 BMG round is an extremely powerful anti-materiel cartridge. As shown in the video, it will easily penetrate standard soft body armor like Level 3A and even most hard armor plates, causing massive destruction.

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