Misunderstandings For Protective Performance of Bulletproof Vests

The protective performance of a bulletproof vest depends on its material and design. The bulletproof vest has a long history of development, and many countries now have a complete evaluation and measurement system and standards. Each country has a rank table for bulletproof vests, and different ranks correspond to different bulletproof capabilities of vests.

 

Misunderstandings For Protective Performance of Bulletproof Vests

 

    The protective performance of a bulletproof vest depends on its material and design. The bulletproof vest has a long history of development, and many countries now have a complete evaluation and measurement system and standards. Each country has a rank table for bulletproof vests, and different ranks correspond to different bulletproof capabilities of vests. However, there are often some misconceptions about the protective performance of bulletproof vests.

 

    Misunderstanding one，a bulletproof vest can only block pistol bullets and cannot defend against rifles or even machine guns.

 

    Handgun bullets (. 22, 9mm,. 45mm, etc.) and common rifle bullets (7.62mm, 5.56mm, 5.8mm, etc.) can be effectively defensed by bulletproof vests with corresponding levels. Modern bulletproof vests already have bulletproof capabilities and can achieve higher levels of bulletproof effects by installing bulletproof inserts.

 

    Misunderstanding two, even if a bulletproof vest can withstand rifle bullets, its deformation can cause secondary injury to human body, often resulting in fractures or internal organ injuries.

 

    When the bulletproof ability of early vests was insufficient, for example, when you wear a level-II bulletproof vest to resist AK rifle bullets, fractures or internal organ injuries may indeed occur. But now, as long as the bulletproof ability is sufficient, the damage after being hit can be greatly avoided, because this is also a factor considered when designing. Wearing bulletproof vests to defend against bullets within the bulletproof range, due to the high kinetic energy of the bullets, bruise and surface injuries may be caused at most, and there is no possibility of “deformation causing serious injuries to people”.

 

    Misunderstanding three, due to the large volume and weight of bulletproof vests, people’s flexibility will become very poor, so it's better not to wear them.

 

    The modern military and police equipped bulletproof vests that can withstand AK47 and M16 rifle bullets do not weigh more than 10 kilograms. In fact, it is often low-level soft bulletproof vests and high-level hard bulletproof inserts composed to defense bullets at battlefield. Even the most comprehensive, high-level, and protective bulletproof vest will not exceed a total weight of 10 kilograms. The increase in individual load weight will inevitably affect the convenience of action. So soldiers often choose the insertion plate reasonably according to task requirements to achieve the most efficient protection with the lightest weight. But it is definitely a wrong view to say that it is better not to wear bulletproof vests because they affect mobility. It is not to say that being lightweight enough and running fast enough can survive. Multiple wars and combat experiences have taught us that bulletproof vests can greatly reduce casualties. The degree and importance of bulletproof vests in protecting the lives of soldiers are evident to all.

 

    Misunderstanding four, bulletproof vests have a shelf life and expensive price, so they are not worth purchasing.

 

    The material of bulletproof vests is special, and the validity period varies depending on the characteristics of the material. So when storing, pay attention to temperature, humidity, and other conditions. The price of bulletproof vests with different designs and materials naturally varies. But for soldiers, families, and the military, it is priceless treasure. If a bulletproof vest costing only a few hundred dollars can save the life of a soldier, it is very worthwhile! What’s more, the benefits of equipping bulletproof vests are quite significant, such as increasing combat efficiency and morale. So, equipping bulletproof vests is not a waste of money, but a real way to enhance the combat effectiveness of the military and save war costs.

 

    Modern warfare not only emphasizes the ferocity of offensive weapons, but also values the individual's protective ability. To ensure ultimate victory, one must have both a sharp blade and a strong shield!