Spartan Armor vs Antique Rifles

Published on June 11, 2016
Duration: 17:04

This video tests Spartan Armor Systems Level 3+ plates against antique firearms and a cannon. The armor successfully stopped multiple high-mass, low-velocity projectiles from rifles like the Martini-Henry and Snider, as well as a 10 gauge slug. However, a 37mm Parrott Rifle round, delivering over 46,000 ft/lbs of energy, completely shattered the plate.

Quick Summary

Spartan Armor Systems Level 3+ plates successfully stopped projectiles from antique rifles like the Martini-Henry and Snider, as well as a 10 gauge slug. However, a 37mm cannon round delivering over 46,000 ft/lbs of energy completely shattered the armor plate.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Gear Overview
  2. 01:40.577/450 Martini-Henry Test
  3. 04:47.577 Snider Test
  4. 07:25.72 Caliber Matchlock Musket Test
  5. 09:0510 Gauge Rifled Slug Test
  6. 12:0137mm Parrott Rifle (Cannon) Test
  7. 13:37Final Analysis & Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Spartan Armor Systems Level 3+ plates stop antique rifle rounds?

Yes, Spartan Armor Systems Level 3+ plates successfully stopped projectiles from various antique rifles, including the .577/450 Martini-Henry, .577 Snider, and a .72 caliber matchlock musket, demonstrating effectiveness against high-mass, low-velocity threats.

What was the most powerful projectile tested against the Spartan Armor?

The most powerful projectile tested was from a 37mm Parrott Rifle (cannon), firing a 10,500-grain lead projectile at over 1,400 fps, delivering approximately 46,036 ft/lbs of energy, which completely shattered the armor plate.

Did the anti-spall coating on the armor hold up?

The anti-spall coating on the Spartan Armor Level 3+ plates began to delaminate after impacts from the high-energy .577/450 Martini-Henry rounds, indicating significant stress on the coating from massive impact energy.

How did modern armor perform against historical firearms?

Modern Spartan Armor Level 3+ plates performed well against several historical rifle calibers, stopping lead projectiles. However, extreme energy levels, like those from a 37mm cannon, proved beyond the capacity of wearable armor.

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