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Daniel Watters · February 27, 2000, 01:13 PM

Actually, I believe that there is some confusion between Threat Level 3a and 3. Level 3a is rated to stop 9x19mm FMJ from a SMG and .44 Magnum SWC from a 6" barreled revolver. Level 3 is rated to stop conventional projectiles (FMJ, JSP, & JHP)fired from rifles, including the 5.56x45mm, 7.62x39mm, and 7.62x51mm. Level 4 is rated for rifle cartridges using AP projectiles.

February 27, 2000, 01:13 PM	#5
Daniel Watters Senior Member Join Date: February 7, 1999 Location: USA Posts: 644	Actually, I believe that there is some confusion between Threat Level 3a and 3. Level 3a is rated to stop 9x19mm FMJ from a SMG and .44 Magnum SWC from a 6" barreled revolver. Level 3 is rated to stop conventional projectiles (FMJ, JSP, & JHP)fired from rifles, including the 5.56x45mm, 7.62x39mm, and 7.62x51mm. Level 4 is rated for rifle cartridges using AP projectiles.