Smyth Busters: Is Ceramic Body Armor a One-Hit Wonder?
This video debunks the myth that ceramic body armor is only good for a single bullet hit. Hosts Steve and Caleb from Brownells Gun Techs™ investigate the claim, with Steve acknowledging historical limitations of early ceramic armor. However, Caleb demonstrates through testing an RMA Armament Level IV ceramic plate that it can withstand eleven hits from M80 7.62x51 NATO rounds without penetration, proving modern ceramic armor is capable of multiple impacts and significantly enhancing survivability. The plate was even subjected to a 3,000 ft. drop test before firing for added dramatic effect.








