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Underwriters Laboratory UL 752 Ballistic Standards

Standard - Rating:
UL - Level 1 9 mm Parabellum ( Part 1 )
Projectile Caliber :
9 mm Parabellum
Cartridge Type:
124 grain FMJ
Velocity Range:
1175 to 1292.5 ft/sec.
Number of Shots:
3 shot(s)
Shot Spacing:
4.0 inch triangle
Velocity Measurement Distance:
-
Target Range:
15 ft.
Sample Size:
12 x 12 in.
Witness Plate:
0.125 in. thick corrugated cardboard
Witness Plate Distance:
18 in.
Test Temperature:
(-26/72), 55, 72, 95, 120 F
Standard Document:
United States: UL752 -Rev. October 5, 2005
Source:
UL752 -Rev. October 5, 2005
Comments:
Indoor rating test: #1 at 55 F, #2 at 72 F, and #3 at 95 F; Out

door rating test: #1 (one side at -26 F other side at 72 F), #2 at

72 F, #3 at 120 F
Note: A test sample must pass all parts of a particular standard. i.e. part 1, part 2, etc...

Standard - Rating:
UL - Level 1 9 mm Parabellum ( Part 2 )
Projectile Caliber :
9 mm Parabellum
Cartridge Type:
124 grain FMJ
Velocity Range:
1175 to 1292.5 ft/sec.
Number of Shots:
2 shot(s)
Shot Spacing:
1.25 to 1.75 in.
Velocity Measurement Distance:
-
Target Range:
15 ft.
Sample Size:
12 x 12 in.
Witness Plate:
None
Witness Plate Distance:
-
Test Temperature:
72 F
Standard Document:
United States: UL752 -Rev. October 5, 2005
Source:
UL752 -Rev. October 5, 2005
Comments:

Note: A test sample must pass all parts of a particular standard. i.e. part 1, part 2, etc...

Standard - Rating:
UL - Level 1 9 mm Parabellum ( Part 3 )
Projectile Caliber :
9 mm Parabellum
Cartridge Type:
124 grain FMJ
Velocity Range:
1175 to 1292.5 ft/sec.
Number of Shots:
1 shot(s)
Shot Spacing:
-
Velocity Measurement Distance:
-
Target Range:
15 ft.
Sample Size:
12 x 12 in.
Witness Plate:
None
Witness Plate Distance:
-
Test Temperature:
72 F
Standard Document:
United States: UL752 -Rev. October 5, 2005
Source:
UL752 -Rev. October 5, 2005
Comments:
1 to 1.50 in. unsupported edge shot
Note: A test sample must pass all parts of a particular standard. i.e. part 1, part 2, etc...

Standard - Rating:
UL - Level 2 .357 Magnum ( Part 1 )
Projectile Caliber :
.357 Magnum
Cartridge Type:
158 grain JSP
Velocity Range:
1250 to 1375 ft/sec.
Number of Shots:
3 shot(s)
Shot Spacing:
4.0 inch triangle
Velocity Measurement Distance:
-
Target Range:
15 ft.
Sample Size:
12 x 12 in.
Witness Plate:
0.125 in. thick corrugated cardboard
Witness Plate Distance:
18 in.
Test Temperature:
(-26/72), 55, 72, 95, 120 F
Standard Document:
United States: UL752 -Rev. October 5, 2005
Source:
UL752 -Rev. October 5, 2005
Comments:
Indoor rating test: #1 at 55 F, #2 at 72 F, and #3 at 95 F; Out

door rating test: #1 (one side at -26 F other side at 72 F), #2 at

72 F, #3 at 120 F
Note: A test sample must pass all parts of a particular standard. i.e. part 1, part 2, etc...

Standard - Rating:
UL - Level 2 .357 Magnum ( Part 2 )
Projectile Caliber :
.357 Magnum
Cartridge Type:
158 grain JSP
Velocity Range:
1250 to 1375 ft/sec.
Number of Shots:
2 shot(s)
Shot Spacing:
1.25 to 1.75 in.
Velocity Measurement Distance:
-
Target Range:
15 ft.
Sample Size:
12 x 12 in.
Witness Plate:
None
Witness Plate Distance:
-
Test Temperature:
72 F
Standard Document:
United States: UL752 -Rev. October 5, 2005
Source:
UL752 -Rev. October 5, 2005
Comments:

Note: A test sample must pass all parts of a particular standard. i.e. part 1, part 2, etc...

Standard - Rating:
UL - Level 2 .357 Magnum ( Part 3 )
Projectile Caliber :
.357 Magnum
Cartridge Type:
158 grain JSP
Velocity Range:
1250 to 1375 ft/sec.
Number of Shots:
1 shot(s)
Shot Spacing:
-
Velocity Measurement Distance:
-
Target Range:
15 ft.
Sample Size:
12 x 12 in.
Witness Plate:
None
Witness Plate Distance:
-
Test Temperature:
72 F
Standard Document:
United States: UL752 -Rev. October 5, 2005
Source:
UL752 -Rev. October 5, 2005
Comments:
1 to 1.50 in. unsupported edge shot
Note: A test sample must pass all parts of a particular standard. i.e. part 1, part 2, etc...

Standard - Rating:
UL - Level 3 .44 Magnum ( Part 1 )
Projectile Caliber :
.44 Magnum
Cartridge Type:
240 grain SWC
Velocity Range:
1350 to 1485 ft/sec.
Number of Shots:
3 shot(s)
Shot Spacing:
4.0 inch triangle
Velocity Measurement Distance:
-
Target Range:
15 ft.
Sample Size:
12 x 12 in.
Witness Plate:
0.125 in. thick corrugated cardboard
Witness Plate Distance:
18 in.
Test Temperature:
(-26/72), 55, 72, 95, 120 F
Standard Document:
United States: UL752 -Rev. October 5, 2005
Source:
UL752 -Rev. October 5, 2005
Comments:
Indoor rating test: #1 at 55 F, #2 at 72 F, and #3 at 95 F; Out

door rating test: #1 (one side at -26 F other side at 72 F), #2 at

72 F, #3 at 120 F
Note: A test sample must pass all parts of a particular standard. i.e. part 1, part 2, etc...

Standard - Rating:
UL - Level 3 .44 Magnum ( Part 2 )
Projectile Caliber :
.44 Magnum
Cartridge Type:
240 grain SWC
Velocity Range:
1350 to 1485 ft/sec.
Number of Shots:
2 shot(s)
Shot Spacing:
1.25 to 1.75 in.
Velocity Measurement Distance:
-
Target Range:
15 ft.
Sample Size:
12 x 12 in.
Witness Plate:
None
Witness Plate Distance:
-
Test Temperature:
72 F
Standard Document:
United States: UL752 -Rev. October 5, 2005
Source:
UL752 -Rev. October 5, 2005
Comments:

Note: A test sample must pass all parts of a particular standard. i.e. part 1, part 2, etc...

Standard - Rating:
UL - Level 3 .44 Magnum ( Part 3 )
Projectile Caliber :
.44 Magnum
Cartridge Type:
240 grain SWC
Velocity Range:
1350 to 1485 ft/sec.
Number of Shots:
1 shot(s)
Shot Spacing:
-
Velocity Measurement Distance:
-
Target Range:
15 ft.
Sample Size:
12 x 12 in.
Witness Plate:
None
Witness Plate Distance:
-
Test Temperature:
72 F
Standard Document:
United States: UL752 -Rev. October 5, 2005
Source:
UL752 -Rev. October 5, 2005
Comments:
1 to 1.50 in. unsupported edge shot
Note: A test sample must pass all parts of a particular standard. i.e. part 1, part 2, etc...

Standard - Rating:
UL - Level 4 .30 30-06 ( Part 1 )
Projectile Caliber :
.30 30-06
Cartridge Type:
180 grain JSP
Velocity Range:
2540 to 2794 ft/sec.
Number of Shots:
1 shot(s)
Shot Spacing:
-
Velocity Measurement Distance:
-
Target Range:
15 ft.
Sample Size:
12 x 12 in.
Witness Plate:
0.125 in. thick corrugated cardboard
Witness Plate Distance:
18 in.
Test Temperature:
(-26/72), 55, 72, 95, 120 F
Standard Document:
United States: UL752 -Rev. October 5, 2005
Source:
UL752 -Rev. October 5, 2005
Comments:
Indoor rating test: #1 at 55 F, #2 at 72 F, and #3 at 95 F; Out

door rating test: #1 (one side at -26 F other side at 72 F), #2 at

72 F, #3 at 120 F
Note: A test sample must pass all parts of a particular standard. i.e. part 1, part 2, etc...

Standard - Rating:
UL - Level 4 .30 30-06 ( Part 2 )
Projectile Caliber :
.30 30-06
Cartridge Type:
180 grain JSP
Velocity Range:
2540 to 2794 ft/sec.
Number of Shots:
1 shot(s)
Shot Spacing:
-
Velocity Measurement Distance:
-
Target Range:
15 ft.
Sample Size:
12 x 12 in.
Witness Plate:
None
Witness Plate Distance:
-
Test Temperature:
72 F
Standard Document:
United States: UL752 -Rev. October 5, 2005
Source:
UL752 -Rev. October 5, 2005
Comments:
1 to 1.50 in. unsupported edge shot
Note: A test sample must pass all parts of a particular standard. i.e. part 1, part 2, etc...

Standard - Rating:
UL - Level 5 .30 7.62 NATO ( Part 1 )
Projectile Caliber :
.30 7.62 NATO
Cartridge Type:
150 grain FMJ
Velocity Range:
2750 to 3025 ft/sec.
Number of Shots:
1 shot(s)
Shot Spacing:
-
Velocity Measurement Distance:
-
Target Range:
15 ft.
Sample Size:
12 x 12 in.
Witness Plate:
0.125 in. thick corrugated cardboard
Witness Plate Distance:
18 in.
Test Temperature:
(-26/72), 55, ,72, 95, 120 F
Standard Document:
United States: UL752 -Rev. October 5, 2005
Source:
UL752 -Rev. October 5, 2005
Comments:
Indoor rating test: #1 at 55 F, #2 at 72 F, and #3 at 95 F; Out

door rating test: #1 (one side at -26 F other side at 72 F), #2 at

72 F, #3 at 120 F
Note: A test sample must pass all parts of a particular standard. i.e. part 1, part 2, etc...

Standard - Rating:
UL - Level 5 .30 7.62 NATO ( Part 2 )
Projectile Caliber :
.30 7.62 NATO
Cartridge Type:
150 grain FMJ
Velocity Range:
2750 to 3025 ft/sec.
Number of Shots:
1 shot(s)
Shot Spacing:
-
Velocity Measurement Distance:
-
Target Range:
15 ft.
Sample Size:
12 x 12 in.
Witness Plate:
None
Witness Plate Distance:
-
Test Temperature:
(-26/72), 55, 72, 95, 120 F
Standard Document:
United States: UL752 -Rev. October 5, 2005
Source:
UL752 -Rev. October 5, 2005
Comments:
1 to 1.50 in. unsupported edge shot
Note: A test sample must pass all parts of a particular standard. i.e. part 1, part 2, etc...

Standard - Rating:
UL - Level 6 9 mm Parabellum
Projectile Caliber :
9 mm Parabellum
Cartridge Type:
124 grain FMJ
Velocity Range:
1400 to 1540 ft/sec.
Number of Shots:
5 shot(s)
Shot Spacing:
4.5 inch square
Velocity Measurement Distance:
-
Target Range:
15 ft.
Sample Size:
12 x 12 in.
Witness Plate:
0.125 in. thick corrugated cardboard
Witness Plate Distance:
18 in.
Test Temperature:
72 F
Standard Document:
United States: UL752 -Rev. October 5, 2005
Source:
UL752 -Rev. October 5, 2005
Comments:

Note: A test sample must pass all parts of a particular standard. i.e. part 1, part 2, etc...

Standard - Rating:
UL - Level 7 .223 5.56 NATO
Projectile Caliber :
.223 5.56 NATO
Cartridge Type:
55 grain FMJ
Velocity Range:
3080 to 3388 ft/sec.
Number of Shots:
5 shot(s)
Shot Spacing:
4.5 inch square
Velocity Measurement Distance:
-
Target Range:
15 ft.
Sample Size:
12 x 12 in.
Witness Plate:
0.125 in. thick corrugated cardboard
Witness Plate Distance:
18 in.
Test Temperature:
72 F
Standard Document:
United States: UL752 -Rev. October 5, 2005
Source:
UL752 -Rev. October 5, 2005
Comments:

Note: A test sample must pass all parts of a particular standard. i.e. part 1, part 2, etc...

Standard - Rating:
UL - Level 8 .30 7.62 NATO
Projectile Caliber :
.30 7.62 NATO
Cartridge Type:
150 grain FMJ
Velocity Range:
2750 to 3025 ft/sec.
Number of Shots:
5 shot(s)
Shot Spacing:
4.5 inch square
Velocity Measurement Distance:
-
Target Range:
15 ft.
Sample Size:
12 x 12 in.
Witness Plate:
0.125 in. thick corrugated cardboard
Witness Plate Distance:
18 in.
Test Temperature:
72 F
Standard Document:
United States: UL752 -Rev. October 5, 2005
Source:
UL752 -Rev. October 5, 2005
Comments:

Note: A test sample must pass all parts of a particular standard. i.e. part 1, part 2, etc...

Standard - Rating:
UL - Level 9 .30 Cal. 30-06
Projectile Caliber :
.30 cal. 30-06 M2 AP
Cartridge Type:
166 grain FMJ
Velocity Range:
2,715 to 2,987 ft/sec.
Number of Shots:
1 shot
Shot Spacing:
-
Velocity Measurement Distance:
-
Target Range:
15 ft.
Sample Size:
12 x 12 in.
Witness Plate:
0.125 in. thick corrugated cardboard
Witness Plate Distance:
18 in.
Test Temperature:
72 F
Standard Document:
United States: UL752 -Rev. December 21, 2006
Source:
UL752 -Rev. December 21, 2006
Comments:

Note: A test sample must pass all parts of a particular standard. i.e. part 1, part 2, etc...

Standard - Rating:
UL - Level 10 .50 cal. .50 BMG
Projectile Caliber :
.50 cal FMJ Military Ball
Cartridge Type:
709.5 grain FMJ
Velocity Range:
2,810 to 3,091 ft/sec.
Number of Shots:
1 shot
Shot Spacing:
-
Velocity Measurement Distance:
-
Target Range:
15 ft.
Sample Size:
12 x 12 in.
Witness Plate:
0.125 in. thick corrugated cardboard
Witness Plate Distance:
18 in.
Test Temperature:
72 F
Standard Document:
United States: UL752 -Rev. December 21, 2006
Source:
UL752 -Rev. December 21, 2006
Comments:

Note: A test sample must pass all parts of a particular standard. i.e. part 1, part 2, etc...

Standard - Rating:
UL - Level 1 thru 3 SG 12 Gauge 2 3/4" ( Part 1A )
Projectile Caliber :
12 Gauge 2 3/4"
Cartridge Type:
437 grain Slug
Velocity Range:
1585 to 1743.5 ft/sec.
Number of Shots:
3 shot(s)
Shot Spacing:
4.0 inch triangle
Velocity Measurement Distance:
-
Target Range:
15 ft.
Sample Size:
12 x 12 in.
Witness Plate:
0.125 in. thick corrugated cardboard
Witness Plate Distance:
18 in.
Test Temperature:
(-26/72), 55, 72, 95, 120 F
Standard Document:
United States: UL752 -Rev. October 5, 2005
Source:
UL752 -Rev. October 5, 2005
Comments:
Supplemental rating for levels 1, 2, and 3; Indoor / Outdoor rating

testing also applies
Note: A test sample must pass all parts of a particular standard. i.e. part 1, part 2, etc...

Standard - Rating:
UL - Level 1 thru 3 SG 12 Gauge 2 3/4" ( Part 1B )
Projectile Caliber :
12 Gauge 2 3/4"
Cartridge Type:
437 grain Slug
Velocity Range:
1585 to 1743.5 ft/sec.
Number of Shots:
2 shot(s)
Shot Spacing:
1.25 to 1.75 in.
Velocity Measurement Distance:
-
Target Range:
15 ft.
Sample Size:
12 x 12 in.
Witness Plate:
None
Witness Plate Distance:
-
Test Temperature:
72 F
Standard Document:
United States: UL752 -Rev. October 5, 2005
Source:
UL752 -Rev. October 5, 2005
Comments:
Supplemental rating for levels 1, 2, and 3
Note: A test sample must pass all parts of a particular standard. i.e. part 1, part 2, etc...

Standard - Rating:
UL - Level 1 thru 3 SG 12 Gauge 2 3/4" ( Part 1C )
Projectile Caliber :
12 Gauge 2 3/4"
Cartridge Type:
437 grain Slug
Velocity Range:
1585 to 1743.5 ft/sec.
Number of Shots:
1 shot(s)
Shot Spacing:
-
Velocity Measurement Distance:
-
Target Range:
15 ft.
Sample Size:
12 x 12 in.
Witness Plate:
None
Witness Plate Distance:
-
Test Temperature:
72 F
Standard Document:
United States: UL752 -Rev. October 5, 2005
Source:
UL752 -Rev. October 5, 2005
Comments:
Supplemental rating for levels 1, 2, and 3; 1 to 1.50 in. unsupported

edge shot
Note: A test sample must pass all parts of a particular standard. i.e. part 1, part 2, etc...

Standard - Rating:
UL - Level 1 thru 3 SG 12 Gauge 2 3/4" Mag. ( Part 2A )
Projectile Caliber :
12 Gauge 2 3/4" Mag.
Cartridge Type:
650 grain # 00 Buck
Velocity Range:
1200 to 1320 ft/sec.
Number of Shots:
3 shot(s)
Shot Spacing:
4.0 inch triangle
Velocity Measurement Distance:
-
Target Range:
15 ft.
Sample Size:
12 x 12 in.
Witness Plate:
0.125 in. thick corrugated cardboard
Witness Plate Distance:
18 in.
Test Temperature:
(-26/72), 55, 72, 95, 120 F
Standard Document:
United States: UL752 -Rev. October 5, 2005
Source:
UL752 -Rev. October 5, 2005
Comments:
Supplemental rating for levels 1, 2, and 3; Indoor / Outdoor rating

testing also applies
Note: A test sample must pass all parts of a particular standard. i.e. part 1, part 2, etc...

Standard - Rating:
UL - Level 1 thru 3 SG 12 Gauge 2 3/4" Mag. ( Part 2B )
Projectile Caliber :
12 Gauge 2 3/4" Mag.
Cartridge Type:
650 grain # 00 Buck
Velocity Range:
1200 to 1320 ft/sec.
Number of Shots:
2 shot(s)
Shot Spacing:
1.25 to 1.75 in.
Velocity Measurement Distance:
-
Target Range:
15 ft.
Sample Size:
12 x 12 in.
Witness Plate:
None
Witness Plate Distance:
-
Test Temperature:
72 F
Standard Document:
United States: UL752 -Rev. October 5, 2005
Source:
UL752 -Rev. October 5, 2005
Comments:
Supplemental rating for levels 1, 2, and 3
Note: A test sample must pass all parts of a particular standard. i.e. part 1, part 2, etc...

Standard - Rating:
UL - Level 1 thru 3 SG 12 Gauge 2 3/4" Mag. ( Part 2C )
Projectile Caliber :
12 Gauge 2 3/4" Mag.
Cartridge Type:
650 grain # 00 Buck
Velocity Range:
1200 to 1320 ft/sec.
Number of Shots:
1 shot(s)
Shot Spacing:
-
Velocity Measurement Distance:
-
Target Range:
15 ft.
Sample Size:
12 x 12 in.
Witness Plate:
None
Witness Plate Distance:
-
Test Temperature:
72 F
Standard Document:
United States: UL752 -Rev. October 5, 2005
Source:
UL752 -Rev. October 5, 2005
Comments:
Supplemental rating for levels 1, 2, and 3; 1 to 1.50 in. unsupported

edge shot
Note: A test sample must pass all parts of a particular standard. i.e. part 1, part 2, etc...

Standard - Rating:
UL - Level 4 and 5 SG 12 Gauge 2 3/4" ( Part 1A )
Projectile Caliber :
12 Gauge 2 3/4"
Cartridge Type:
437 grain Slug
Velocity Range:
1585 to 1743.5 ft/sec.
Number of Shots:
3 shot(s)
Shot Spacing:
4.0 inch triangle
Velocity Measurement Distance:
-
Target Range:
15 ft.
Sample Size:
12 x 12 in.
Witness Plate:
0.125 in. thick corrugated cardboard
Witness Plate Distance:
18 in.
Test Temperature:
(-26/72), 55, 72, 95, 120 F
Standard Document:
United States: UL752 -Rev. October 5, 2005
Source:
UL752 -Rev. October 5, 2005
Comments:
Supplemental rating for levels 4 and 5; Indoor / Outdoor rating

testing also applies
Note: A test sample must pass all parts of a particular standard. i.e. part 1, part 2, etc...

Standard - Rating:
UL - Level 4 and 5 SG 12 Gauge 2 3/4" ( Part 1B )
Projectile Caliber :
12 Gauge 2 3/4"
Cartridge Type:
437 grain Slug
Velocity Range:
1585 to 1743.5 ft/sec.
Number of Shots:
1 shot(s)
Shot Spacing:
-
Velocity Measurement Distance:
-
Target Range:
15 ft.
Sample Size:
12 x 12 in.
Witness Plate:
None
Witness Plate Distance:
-
Test Temperature:
72 F
Standard Document:
United States: UL752 -Rev. October 5, 2005
Source:
UL752 -Rev. October 5, 2005
Comments:
Supplemental rating for levels 4 and 5; 1 to 1.50 in. unsupported

edge shot
Note: A test sample must pass all parts of a particular standard. i.e. part 1, part 2, etc...

Standard - Rating:
UL - Level 4 and 5 SG 12 Gauge 2 3/4" Mag. ( Part 2A )
Projectile Caliber :
12 Gauge 2 3/4" Mag.
Cartridge Type:
650 grain # 00 Buck
Velocity Range:
1200 to 1320 ft/sec.
Number of Shots:
3 shot(s)
Shot Spacing:
4.0 inch triangle
Velocity Measurement Distance:
-
Target Range:
15 ft.
Sample Size:
12 x 12 in.
Witness Plate:
0.125 in. thick corrugated cardboard
Witness Plate Distance:
18 in.
Test Temperature:
(-26/72), 55, 72, 95, 120 F
Standard Document:
United States: UL752 -Rev. October 5, 2005
Source:
UL752 -Rev. October 5, 2005
Comments:
Supplemental rating for levels 4 and 5; Indoor / Outdoor rating

testing also applies
Note: A test sample must pass all parts of a particular standard. i.e. part 1, part 2, etc...

Standard - Rating:
UL - Level 4 and 5 SG 12 Gauge 2 3/4" Mag. ( Part 2B )
Projectile Caliber :
12 Gauge 2 3/4" Mag.
Cartridge Type:
650 grain # 00 Buck
Velocity Range:
1200 to 1320 ft/sec.
Number of Shots:
1 shot(s)
Shot Spacing:
-
Velocity Measurement Distance:
-
Target Range:
15 ft.
Sample Size:
12 x 12 in.
Witness Plate:
None
Witness Plate Distance:
-
Test Temperature:
72 F
Standard Document:
United States: UL752 -Rev. October 5, 2005
Source:
UL752 -Rev. October 5, 2005
Comments:
Supplemental rating for levels 4 and 5; 1 to 1.50 in. unsupported

edge shot
Note: A test sample must pass all parts of a particular standard. i.e. part 1, part 2, etc...