CrossBow vs Next Generation Armored Helmet - TenPoint Siege RS410 Crossbow

Published on February 28, 2021
Duration: 10:54

This guide details a ballistic testing procedure comparing the penetration resistance of a DevTac Ronin armored helmet against a compound bow and a high-powered crossbow. The TenPoint Siege RS410 crossbow demonstrated superior penetration capabilities compared to the PSE Evoke 31 compound bow, with its bolt completely passing through the helmet and exiting significantly. The test highlights the importance of kinetic energy and projectile design in defeating ballistic protection.

Quick Summary

Expert ballistic testing reveals the TenPoint Siege RS410 crossbow (410 FPS, 149 ft-lbs KE) successfully penetrated a DevTac Ronin Level 3A armored helmet, exiting 5 inches past the interior. In contrast, the PSE Evoke 31 compound bow (~340 FPS) failed to penetrate, with its arrow tip deforming. Ballistic gel tests confirmed the crossbow's superior penetration.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Helmet Introduction
  2. 00:51PSE Recurve Bow Test
  3. 01:54PSE Evoke 31 Test
  4. 04:13TenPoint Siege RS410 Introduction
  5. 06:45Crossbow Penetration Results
  6. 07:22Ballistic Gel Comparison

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the outcome of the TenPoint Siege RS410 crossbow test against the DevTac Ronin armored helmet?

The TenPoint Siege RS410 crossbow successfully penetrated the DevTac Ronin Level 3A armored helmet. The bolt exited the interior by approximately 5 inches, demonstrating lethal penetration capability due to its high kinetic energy of 149 ft-lbs.

How did the PSE Evoke 31 compound bow perform against the DevTac Ronin helmet?

The PSE Evoke 31 compound bow, with an 80 lb draw weight and ~340 FPS velocity, did not penetrate the DevTac Ronin helmet. The arrow's tip deformed significantly upon impact, curling back like 'banana peels', indicating the helmet's resistance.

What is the difference in penetration between the tested crossbow and compound bow in ballistic gel?

In 16-inch Clear Ballistics gel, the TenPoint Siege RS410 crossbow bolt completely passed through, while the PSE Evoke 31 compound bow arrow penetrated only about 10 inches, highlighting the crossbow's superior kinetic energy and penetration power.

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