AR500 Armor vs Cannon

Published on May 9, 2015
Duration: 5:24

This test pits AR500 Armor Level III plates against a 37mm Parrott rifle cannon firing both a 1.5lb lead projectile and 2lbs of 00 buckshot. While the armor successfully stopped both projectiles, the immense kinetic energy transfer from the cannon's lead slug (over 45,000 ft-lbs) would be fatal due to internal trauma, highlighting the difference between projectile stoppage and survivability.

Quick Summary

AR500 Armor Level III plates successfully stopped projectiles from a 37mm Parrott rifle cannon, including a 1.5lb lead slug at over 45,000 ft-lbs of energy. However, the immense energy transfer would likely cause fatal internal trauma, highlighting that projectile stoppage doesn't guarantee survivability.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Cannon vs AR500 Armor
  2. 01:09First Shot: 1.5lb Lead Projectile Impact
  3. 02:01Damage Analysis: Energy Transfer & Survivability
  4. 03:27Second Shot: 2lbs of 00 Buckshot Test
  5. 03:51Buckshot Results & Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

Can AR500 Armor Level III plates stop a cannon?

Yes, AR500 Armor Level III plates demonstrated the ability to stop projectiles fired from a 37mm Parrott rifle cannon, including a 1.5lb lead slug and 00 buckshot, without penetration.

What was the energy of the cannon projectile?

The 1.5lb lead projectile fired from the 37mm cannon achieved a velocity of 1405 feet per second, resulting in over 45,000 foot-pounds of kinetic energy, significantly more than standard rifle rounds.

Is AR500 Armor survivable against cannon fire?

While the armor plate stopped the projectile, the extreme kinetic energy transfer (over 45,000 ft-lbs) from the cannon slug would likely cause fatal internal organ damage to a wearer, meaning it's not survivable.

How did the anti-spalling coating perform?

The anti-spalling coating on the AR500 Armor plate performed well during the cannon test, effectively containing fragments and spall generated by both the lead projectile and the buckshot impacts.

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