Chinese Military Helmet 🇨🇳

Published on January 9, 2020
Duration: 10:14

This video features Edwin Sarkissian, demonstrating high-level expertise in firearms and tactical gear, conducting a rigorous ballistic test on a Chinese military helmet. The test involves a variety of firearms, including a Glock with a CAA MCK, a Magnum Research Desert Eagle in .50 AE, a BFR in .45-70 Government, an IWI Tavor TS12 shotgun, and a Smith & Wesson Model 500. The results highlight the helmet's varying degrees of protection against different calibers and projectile types, emphasizing the critical importance of matching threat levels with appropriate protective equipment.

Quick Summary

Expert Edwin Sarkissian tested a Chinese military helmet against various firearms. It stopped 9mm rounds but was penetrated by .45-70 Government and .500 S&W Magnum. Significant backface deformation occurred with .50 AE and 12-gauge slugs, highlighting the helmet's limitations against high-powered threats.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Helmet Introduction
  2. 00:459mm Ballistic Test
  3. 06:3412 Gauge Slug Test

Frequently Asked Questions

How effective is a Chinese military helmet against different firearm calibers?

During testing, a Chinese military helmet successfully stopped 9mm FMJ rounds. However, it showed significant backface deformation from a .50 AE round, was penetrated by .45-70 Government and .500 S&W Magnum rounds, and deformed severely from a 12-gauge slug.

What firearms were used to test the Chinese military helmet's durability?

The helmet was tested using a Glock with a CAA MCK conversion kit (9mm), a Magnum Research Desert Eagle (.50 AE), a Magnum Research BFR (.45-70 Government), an IWI Tavor TS12 shotgun (12-gauge slug), and a Smith & Wesson Model 500 (.500 S&W Magnum).

What is backface deformation in relation to ballistic helmets?

Backface deformation is the inward displacement of a helmet's inner surface upon impact. Even if a helmet stops a projectile, excessive deformation can cause severe blunt force trauma to the wearer's head.

Can a ballistic helmet stop rifle rounds?

This specific Chinese military helmet was penetrated by a .45-70 Government round, indicating it is not rated to stop high-powered rifle cartridges. Ballistic helmet ratings (like NIJ levels) determine their effectiveness against specific threats.

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