The actual combat performance of bulletproof steel plates in counter-terrorism operations

Real-world protective effectiveness
In Afghanistan, British soldiers survived 12 bullet wounds. The Chinese-made body armor they were equipped with, while lacking steel plates, employed a Kevlar fiber and nano-ceramic composite layer. This mesh structure dispersed the bullet's kinetic energy, effectively protecting them from 7.62mm rifle rounds. This lightweight design (30% lighter than traditional body armor) significantly improved soldier mobility in combat, while costing only one-fifth of European and American products.

Proven in extreme environments
During the Battle of Fallujah, Iraq, modular plates in Chinese body armor withstood continuous fire from AK-47 steel-core rounds. Tests at a distance of 100 meters revealed that the bullets only caused surface dents, not penetration. Its 3D ergonomic design ensures comfort even during extended periods of concealment, preventing secondary injuries such as rib bruising.

Impact of technological progress
Modern bulletproof steel plates have evolved from single metal protection to composite armor systems. For example, the HY-80 steel (yield strength 795 MPa) used on aircraft carrier decks can withstand the impact of Mach 10 anti-ship missiles. Actual combat has proven that the core value of bulletproof materials lies in balancing protection and mobility, rather than simply pursuing thickness.‌