50CAL VS ARMY HELMET

Published on April 15, 2017
Duration: 3:52

This video demonstrates the ballistic resistance of a Level 3 Kevlar army helmet against various calibers. Expertly conducted by Edwin Sarkissian, the tests reveal the helmet's limitations against high-powered rifle rounds like the .50 BMG API-T, while successfully stopping pistol rounds such as the .45 ACP. The .50 BMG test highlights the destructive power of specialized ammunition against personal protective equipment.

Quick Summary

Expert ballistic testing reveals a Level 3 Kevlar army helmet can stop .45 ACP rounds but fails against rifle calibers like 7.62x39mm and .50 BMG API-T. The helmet, costing $200-$250, is shown to be completely penetrated by higher-powered ammunition, emphasizing the importance of matching protective gear to specific threat levels.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Helmet Specs
  2. 01:23AK-47 (7.62x39mm) Ballistic Test
  3. 02:11.50 Cal (BMG) Ballistic Test
  4. 03:07.45 ACP Ballistic Test

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ballistic performance of a Level 3 Kevlar army helmet against different calibers?

A Level 3 Kevlar army helmet successfully stopped a .45 ACP round but was completely penetrated by a 7.62x39mm round and a .50 BMG API-T round, demonstrating its limitations against rifle-caliber threats.

Which firearms were used to test the army helmet's ballistic resistance?

The army helmet was tested using an AK-47 firing 7.62x39mm rounds, a Serbu BFG-50A firing .50 BMG API-T rounds, and a 1911 pistol firing .45 ACP rounds.

Can a Level 3 Kevlar helmet stop a .50 BMG round?

No, a Level 3 Kevlar helmet cannot stop a .50 BMG round. The video shows a .50 BMG API-T round causing catastrophic damage and complete penetration of the helmet.

What is the approximate cost of a Level 3 Kevlar army helmet?

The video mentions that a Level 3 Kevlar army helmet costs approximately $200-$250, highlighting its accessibility while also demonstrating its limitations against high-powered threats.

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