MY93SHO Posted March 12, 2016 Share Posted March 12, 2016 Armored doors for the PIU. http://truckyeah.jalopnik.com/see-how-this-new-bulletproof-police-car-stands-up-to-ar-1764132569 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jpd80 Posted March 12, 2016 Share Posted March 12, 2016 It's concerning to hear that some criminals are resorting to armor piercing rounds, hopefully this upgrade to ballistic panels adds the needed protection for LEOs. Good job Ford. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
old_fairmont_wagon Posted March 17, 2016 Share Posted March 17, 2016 The proliferation of body armor amongst their adversaries is at the root of criminals uparming to semi-armor piercing rounds. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoonerLS Posted March 17, 2016 Share Posted March 17, 2016 It's concerning to hear that some criminals are resorting to armor piercing rounds, hopefully this upgrade to ballistic panels adds the needed protection for LEOs. Meh; most modern rifle rounds can penetrate light armor (most body armor is only rated against handgun caliber fire), so I wouldn't read all that much into it, perpetually-breathless, hopelessly-shocked newsreaders notwithstanding. Good on Ford for doing it, though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tbone Posted March 17, 2016 Share Posted March 17, 2016 Most officers wear soft body armor rated at IIIa or lower, which stops up to .44 caliber rounds. You need to add ceramic plates to stop the rifle caliber rounds, which adds a lot of bulk and weight to your body armor package, and isn't conducive for daily wear. These ballistic panels will be a very nice addition for any Cruiser for officer protection. Particularly in a felony car stop situation, where the vehicle is used for part of the tactical approach. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
probowler Posted March 20, 2016 Share Posted March 20, 2016 Yeah, you'll actually be able to cover behind em with a little confidence! Just have to hope the perps don't aim for your legs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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