Videos tagged with Armor Piercing Ammunition

This video appears to be a ballistic test comparing the effectiveness of body armor against 7.62x54R PKM rounds. The title explicitly mentions "Coletes à prova de bala vs munição perfurante 7,62 PKM" (Bulletproof vests vs 7.62 PKM armor-piercing ammunition) and promises a "surprising result." This suggests a demonstration and analysis of penetration capabilities, likely featuring live-fire testing.

This video tests the durability of Exodus Line steel targets against AP (Armor Piercing) ammunition, specifically M80A1 and M855A1 rounds. The description emphasizes that the AR550 steel targets are resistant to these rounds, though it strongly advises against such testing. The video also promotes various target systems from TA Targets, including Exodus, A-DAP, and Genesis lines, with discount codes and special offers available.

This YouTube Shorts video showcases 12 gauge armor-piercing slugs. The title and description focus on a specific type of ammunition for shotguns, highlighting its penetration capabilities. Given the short format and lack of additional details, the video likely offers a brief demonstration or visual representation of these slugs.

This video features Max Popenker discussing the history of Russian pistols and ammunition, focusing on the evolution of cartridges and their development for different applications. The discussion begins with the 7.62x25mm Tokarev, moving through the 9x18mm Makarov, and into the modern 9x21mm and 9x19mm armor-piercing loadings like 7N21, 7N30, and 7N31. Specific pistols such as the GSh-18 and PSM with its 5.45x18mm cartridge are also briefly examined. The conversation highlights the shift in military needs and the rise of specialized ammunition.

This video features an armor-piercing ammunition test of the M948 7.62x51 SLAP round. The experimental ammunition, utilizing a 52-grain sabot projectile, is fired at velocities exceeding 4,000 FPS against two stacked AR450 steel plates. The test aims to demonstrate the penetration capabilities of this high-velocity, specialized round. The description also notes that InRange is viewer-supported via Patreon.

This episode of TGC News covers several new and interesting firearm developments. Jon Patton discusses the Sig Sauer X5 Legion, highlighting its weight. The show also touches on Armor Piercing ammunition crowdfunding, subsonic .22 LR options, inaccurate AR uppers, and an LWRC SMG 45. Several specific firearms and ammunition types are linked and briefly discussed, providing a diverse range of topics for firearm enthusiasts.

This video from Guns & Gadgets Media discusses H.R. 1297, a proposed bill that would classify "Armor-Piercing, Concealable Weapons" as National Firearms Act (NFA) items. The content focuses on the legal and legislative aspects of firearms, rather than demonstrations. The description includes standard disclaimers about safety, education, and entertainment, emphasizing that the content is opinion-based and not intended to promote illegal activities or modifications. The Patreon link and business inquiry email are also provided.

This video analyzes the British L129A1 Sharpshooter Rifle, a 7.62mm designated marksman rifle adopted by the British military to address long engagement ranges in Afghanistan. The rifle was chosen over competitors like the H&K 417 and Lewis Machine & Tool LM7. The L129A1 is currently being considered for an expanded role as a sniper support weapon, necessitating the development of new armor-piercing ammunition. The content is presented by Armament Research Services (ARES) and features a companion blog post with detailed photos.

This video discusses a potential ban on M855/SS109 ammunition, often referred to as "green tip" rounds. It clarifies that this ammunition is not true armor-piercing and compares it to other common rifle rounds like M193 and VMAX, arguing that they all possess similar penetration capabilities against law enforcement body armor. The content also touches upon the limited use of rifle caliber handguns in violent crime, questioning the rationale behind the proposed ban. The video encourages viewers to contact the ATF to voice their opposition, framing the potential ban as a violation of Second Amendment rights.

This video discusses a "Special Advisory" issued by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) classifying 7N6 ammunition as "armor piercing ammunition." This classification restricts its importation. The video urges viewers to contact their congressional representatives to request the ATF reconsider this decision or grant a "sporting purposes" exemption for the ammunition, which has been legally imported and used for years. A contact number for representatives is provided.

This video features an interview with John Frazer, Director of Research and Information for the NRA-ILA, discussing an ATF ruling concerning the sporting purposes exemption as it applies to armor-piercing ammunition. The discussion aims to clarify the implications of this ruling for firearm owners and the shooting sports community. The content is presented by Cam Edwards for NRA News.