Can a 30-06 pierce Kevlar

Answer 1

It depends on the type of projectile and how much Kevlar. Yes ,30-06 will penetrate Kevlar , generally speaking.

However , so will a sharpened pencil, or a pocket knife , if you push hard enough.

The Kevlar armor`s purpose is to stop MOST common handgun ammunition , and some rifle calibers. The more layers of Kevlar , the greater chance of stopping fast moving projectiles.

Downside: More layers=more weight , less flexibility , increased heat retention. Kind of like wearing loricated plated armor in August in Sicily. Not fun.

Back to the topic , however. This is open source information , I`ve just condensed it into general terms , and not revealed much more than what a little thought , and common sense would reveal.

Oh , and if you are a consultant for an Armored car security service - a .45ACP cartridge IS NOT more powerful than a .44 Magnum. Genius !

You hunt deer and bears out to 100 yards with a .44Mag , and defend yourself from human threats with a .45ACP , out to 25 yards.

Kevlar vests are rated for what cartridges they will stop , as well as a relative Threat Level , IE; Level I , Level II , Level IIa , Level III, Level IIIa , etc.

Adding trauma plates increases protection levels , but reduces flexibilty.

Basic purchasing guidelines : civilians- what is the threat most likely to be encountered ? How are they armed ? What`s your budget allow ?

Police: what vests are allowed under agency regulation ? What threat level is required ? Is this an authorized/uniform purchase , or private funds ?

If privately supplied, what minimum ratings or exclusions apply ? Will the department legal staff have any input ?

Military: Private purchases: Check DOD regulation/ guidelines , if buying armor for yourself / family member.

The MOST important thing to remember : nothing will stop a bullet , if you aren`t wearing your vest.

The other things to remember : a head shot will miss the armor, keep moving , use cover , and if you aren`t shooting , reload , move , use cover !