AR15 vs Kevlar Helmet @500 yards. With M855A1 5.56.

Published on September 13, 2022
Duration: 1:01

This video tests the penetration capability of M855A1 5.56 ammunition fired from an AR-15 platform at a Kevlar helmet from 500 yards. The test demonstrates that while the helmet was significantly damaged, the projectile did not fully penetrate, suggesting a potential for it to stop rounds at this distance, though material fragmentation was substantial.

Quick Summary

Testing M855A1 5.56mm ammunition from an AR-15 at 500 yards against a Kevlar helmet showed significant damage and material fragmentation, but no full penetration. The projectile was stopped on the backside of the helmet, indicating it may offer some protection at this range, though the helmet was severely compromised.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Test Setup
  2. 00:07Target: Kevlar Helmet at 500 Yards
  3. 00:09Firearm: Griffin Armament Mark 1 Patrol 14.5
  4. 00:12Rifle Build: 16-inch Sons of Liberty
  5. 00:15Ammunition: M855A1 5.56
  6. 00:47Impact and Helmet Damage Analysis
  7. 00:51Helmet Condition: Stopped on Backside
  8. 00:53Conclusion: Significant Material Loss

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the outcome of testing M855A1 5.56 ammunition against a Kevlar helmet at 500 yards?

The M855A1 5.56mm round fired from an AR-15 at 500 yards caused significant damage and material fragmentation to the Kevlar helmet, but it did not achieve full penetration. The projectile was stopped on the backside of the helmet.

What firearm and ammunition were used in the Kevlar helmet penetration test?

The test used an AR-15 platform, specifically a Griffin Armament Mark 1 Patrol 14.5 with a 16-inch barrel, chambered in 5.56x45mm NATO. The ammunition fired was M855A1.

How much damage did the M855A1 round inflict on the Kevlar helmet at 500 yards?

The impact resulted in substantial material coming off the helmet, indicating a high degree of energy transfer. While the helmet was severely compromised, the projectile itself did not pass completely through.

Can M855A1 5.56 ammunition penetrate a Kevlar helmet at 500 yards?

Based on this test, M855A1 5.56mm ammunition fired from an AR-15 at 500 yards did not fully penetrate a standard Kevlar helmet. It caused significant damage and fragmentation but was stopped on the backside.

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