how many hard hats it takes to stop an Arrow ?

Published on May 26, 2020
Duration: 3:29

This experiment tests the penetration power of arrows against hard hats. A PSE Evoke 31 compound bow, drawing 75 lbs and shooting at 330 fps, was used. A standard practice tip arrow penetrated two hard hats, stopping at the third. A stainless steel broadhead arrow, however, completely pierced three hard hats, demonstrating significantly higher penetration capability.

Quick Summary

A PSE Evoke 31 compound bow (75 lbs draw weight, 330 fps) was used to test arrow penetration against hard hats. A practice tip arrow stopped in the third hat, while a broadhead arrow completely pierced three hats.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Bow and Experiment Setup
  2. 00:37Test 1: Practice Tip Arrow vs. Hard Hats
  3. 01:35Test 2: Broadhead Arrow vs. Hard Hats

Frequently Asked Questions

What bow was used in the hard hat arrow penetration test?

The experiment utilized a PSE Evoke 31 compound bow. This bow has a draw weight of 75 pounds and shoots arrows at approximately 330 feet per second, making it a powerful tool for the test.

How many hard hats did a practice tip arrow penetrate?

In the first test, a standard practice tip arrow fired from the compound bow successfully penetrated two hard hats and came to a stop embedded in the third hard hat.

Did a broadhead arrow penetrate more hard hats than a practice tip?

Yes, a stainless steel broadhead arrow demonstrated significantly more penetration power. It completely skewered three hard hats before stopping, outperforming the practice tip arrow.

What is the velocity and draw weight of the PSE Evoke 31 bow used?

The PSE Evoke 31 compound bow used in the test has a draw weight of 75 pounds. It shoots arrows at a velocity of approximately 330 feet per second.

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