German steel helmet vs crossbow

Published on April 17, 2020
Duration: 5:04

This video tests the penetration capabilities of a TenPoint Nitro XRT crossbow against a World War II German steel helmet. The crossbow, capable of 470 FPS and 200 ft-lbs of kinetic energy, successfully penetrated the helmet with both a practice tip and a Muzzy broadhead. The test highlights the significant power of modern crossbows against historical armor.

Quick Summary

A TenPoint Nitro XRT crossbow, capable of 470 FPS and 200 ft-lbs of kinetic energy, was tested against a WWII German steel helmet. The bolts, fired with both practice tips and Muzzy broadheads, achieved complete penetration, demonstrating the crossbow's power against historical armor.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: WWII German Steel Helmet
  2. 00:12TenPoint Nitro XRT Crossbow Specs
  3. 00:42ACUdraw PRO Cocking System Demo
  4. 01:09First Shot: Practice Tip Penetration
  5. 02:30Second Shot: Muzzy Broadhead Prep
  6. 03:31Results & Conclusion: Crossbow Power

Frequently Asked Questions

What was tested against the German steel helmet in the video?

A TenPoint Nitro XRT crossbow was tested against a World War II German steel helmet. The crossbow fires bolts at 470 FPS with nearly 200 ft-lbs of kinetic energy, and it successfully penetrated the helmet.

Did the crossbow bolt penetrate the WWII German steel helmet?

Yes, the crossbow bolt completely penetrated the WWII German steel helmet. This was demonstrated using both a standard practice tip and a Muzzy broadhead arrow.

How powerful is the TenPoint Nitro XRT crossbow used in the test?

The TenPoint Nitro XRT crossbow is stated to produce 470 feet per second (FPS) and nearly 200 foot-pounds of kinetic energy, showcasing its significant power.

What cocking system was used on the crossbow?

The crossbow featured the ACUdraw PRO system, which is an integrated crank cocking device designed to safely and quietly pull back the string for firing.

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