how many MOTORCYCLE HELMETS does it take to stop a 50cal bullet?

Published on February 10, 2017
Duration: 3:25

This video tests the ballistic resistance of six DOT-approved motorcycle helmets against a .50 BMG round fired from a Serbu BFG-50A rifle. The experiment conclusively demonstrates that even multiple helmets offer no significant protection against this high-powered rifle caliber, with the bullet penetrating all six helmets regardless of orientation.

Quick Summary

Six DOT-approved motorcycle helmets were tested against a .50 BMG round fired from a Serbu BFG-50A rifle. The 660-grain FMJ bullet penetrated all helmets easily, whether lined up front-to-back or sideways, demonstrating their inability to stop high-powered rifle rounds.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: 50 Cal vs Motorcycle Helmets
  2. 00:20Ammunition: 660 Grain FMJ .50 BMG
  3. 00:33Test 1: Helmets Front-to-Back
  4. 01:53Test 2: Helmets Sideways
  5. 02:24Conclusion: Helmets Can't Stop 50 Cal

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of bullet was used to test the motorcycle helmets?

The test used American Eagle .50 BMG ammunition, specifically 660-grain Full Metal Jacket (FMJ) rounds, fired from a Serbu BFG-50A semi-automatic rifle.

How many motorcycle helmets were used in the test?

A total of six DOT-approved motorcycle helmets were used in the ballistic test. They were lined up both front-to-back and sideways to test different resistance angles.

Were the motorcycle helmets able to stop the .50 caliber bullet?

No, the .50 caliber bullet penetrated all six DOT-approved motorcycle helmets easily, regardless of whether they were lined up front-to-back or sideways. The helmets offered no significant resistance.

What rifle was used for the .50 caliber test?

The rifle used for the test was a Serbu BFG-50A semi-automatic rifle, provided by Mark Serbu specifically for this destructive testing experiment.

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