How deep does a 9mm Luger penetrate Tempered Glass?

At the muzzle, a representative 9mm Luger load penetrates approximately 16 mm (0.6 inches) into tempered glass.

What is the impact energy of a 9mm Luger?

This 9mm Luger load carries about 518 joules (382 ft-lb) at the muzzle.

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Will a 9mm Luger Penetrate Tempered Glass?

Yes — defeats a 6 mm tempered glass barrier

Penetration depth

16 mm (0.6″)

Impact velocity

360 m/s (1181 fps)

Muzzle energy

518 J (382 ft-lb)

Bullet behaviour

Intact

Fired at the muzzle, a representative 9mm Luger load (8 g, FMJ, 360 m/s) reaches roughly 16 mm (0.6 inches) into tempered glass. That is enough to defeat a typical barrier of this material — treat anything behind it as exposed.

About Tempered Glass

Tempered and automotive glass runs about 6 mm thick.

9mm Luger against other materials

Material	Depth (mm)	Depth (in)
Red Brick	70 mm	2.7″
Concrete	38 mm	1.5″
Steel A36	3 mm	0.1″
Steel AR500	1 mm	0.0″
Aluminum 6061	10 mm	0.4″

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Will a 9mm Luger Penetrate Tempered Glass?

About Tempered Glass

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