how many hard hats it takes to stop an Arrow ?

Published on May 26, 2020
Duration: 3:29

This video demonstrates an experiment to test arrow penetration capabilities using a PSE Evoke 31 compound bow. Instructor Edwin Sarkissian, with high authority and expertise, showcases the bow's specifications (75 lbs draw weight, 330 fps) and tests both practice tip and broadhead arrows against a stack of hard hats. The broadhead arrow significantly outperforms the practice tip, piercing through three hard hats.

Quick Summary

A PSE Evoke 31 compound bow with a 75 lb draw weight and 330 fps velocity was used to test arrow penetration. A stainless steel broadhead arrow successfully pierced three hard hats, while a standard practice tip arrow penetrated two hard hats.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Equipment
  2. 00:37Practice Tip Test
  3. 01:35Broadhead Tip Test

Frequently Asked Questions

What compound bow was used in the arrow penetration test?

The experiment utilized a PSE Evoke 31 compound bow. This bow features a 75-pound draw weight and is capable of launching arrows at approximately 330 feet per second, demonstrating significant power for projectile testing.

How many hard hats did a broadhead arrow penetrate?

In the test conducted by Edwin Sarkissian, a stainless steel broadhead arrow fired from the PSE Evoke 31 compound bow successfully penetrated and skewered through three standard hard hats before coming to a stop.

What is the difference in penetration between a practice tip and a broadhead arrow?

The test showed a clear difference: a practice tip arrow penetrated two hard hats, while a stainless steel broadhead arrow, fired with the same bow setup, penetrated three hard hats, indicating greater piercing capability.

What are the key specifications of the PSE Evoke 31 bow used?

The PSE Evoke 31 compound bow featured in the test has a draw weight of 75 pounds and achieves an arrow velocity of approximately 330 feet per second, highlighting its performance capabilities.

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