German steel helmet vs crossbow

Published on April 17, 2020
Duration: 5:04

This video features Edwin Sarkissian, an established tactical and firearms testing personality, conducting an experimental test. He evaluates the penetration power of a TenPoint Nitro XRT crossbow, equipped with the ACUdraw PRO cocking system, against a World War II German steel helmet. The test demonstrates the crossbow's ability to completely penetrate the helmet with both a practice tip and a Muzzy broadhead, highlighting its significant kinetic energy and velocity.

Quick Summary

The TenPoint Nitro XRT crossbow, with a velocity of 470 FPS and 200 ft-lbs of kinetic energy, demonstrated its power by completely penetrating a WWII German steel helmet with both a practice tip and a Muzzy broadhead arrow. The ACUdraw PRO cocking system was used for safe operation.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: WWII Helmet
  2. 00:12TenPoint Nitro XRT Specs
  3. 00:42ACUdraw PRO Cocking Demo
  4. 01:09First Shot: Practice Tip Penetration
  5. 02:30Second Shot Prep: Muzzy Broadhead
  6. 03:31Results & Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What crossbow was used in the test against the German helmet?

The test utilized a TenPoint Nitro XRT crossbow, known for its high performance. It was equipped with the ACUdraw PRO cocking system for safe and efficient operation during the experiment.

What were the key performance metrics of the TenPoint Nitro XRT crossbow?

The TenPoint Nitro XRT crossbow was highlighted for its impressive power, achieving a velocity of 470 feet per second (FPS) and generating approximately 200 foot-pounds (ft-lbs) of kinetic energy.

Did the crossbow arrows penetrate the WWII German steel helmet?

Yes, both a standard practice tip arrow and a Muzzy broadhead arrow fired from the TenPoint Nitro XRT crossbow completely penetrated the WWII German steel helmet, demonstrating significant power.

What is the ACUdraw PRO system?

The ACUdraw PRO is an integrated crank cocking device for crossbows, designed by TenPoint. It allows for safe, quiet, and efficient cocking of the bowstring, making the process more accessible.

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