VPAMPM 2007rev. 2007ACTIVE
VPAM PM 2007 — Body Armour Test Procedure
German VPAM classification for personal ballistic protection. Protection classes PM1-PM10 cover pistol through heavy rifle threats. Used by German Bundespolizei and EU ministries of interior.
Body armor
Authoritative source Threat levels
| Level | Threat | Velocity (m/s) |
|---|---|---|
| PM1 | 9mm FMJ / .22 LR | 360 |
| PM2 | .357 Mag FMJ | 430 |
| PM3 | .44 Rem Mag SJHP | 440 |
| PM4 | 5.56x45 SS109 | 950 |
| PM5 | 7.62x39 PS | 720 |
| PM6 | 7.62x51 NATO FMJ | 830 |
| PM7 | 7.62x51 NATO AP (M61) | 820 |
| PM8 | 7.62x54R B32 API | 820 |
| PM9 | 7.62x51 AP-WC | 930 |
| PM10 | 14.5x114 B32 API | 911 |
Published
Sep 1, 2007
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