Ruger 10/22 vs. WWII Helmets

Published on October 7, 2024
Duration: 0:47

This video features Granger Smith testing the durability of historical WWII helmets (American M1, Japanese Type 90, German Stahlhelm) against a customized Ruger 10/22 chambered in .22 LR. The host, demonstrating safe firearm handling, explains that these helmets were not designed for direct ballistic impacts. The tests show that while the helmets dented, they successfully stopped the .22 LR rounds, with the German helmet's paint notably holding up well.

Quick Summary

In a test using a customized Ruger 10/22 firing .22 LR rounds, WWII helmets like the M1, Type 90, and Stahlhelm demonstrated resistance to direct impact, showing dents but no penetration. This aligns with their historical design purpose of protecting against shrapnel and ricochets, not direct ballistic threats.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Equipment
  2. 00:14Testing M1 Helmet
  3. 00:22Testing Type 90 Helmet
  4. 00:33Testing German Stahlhelm

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the purpose of WWII helmets like the M1, Type 90, and Stahlhelm?

WWII-era helmets were primarily designed to protect soldiers from shrapnel, fragmentation, ricochets, and blast effects from explosions. They were not intended to withstand direct ballistic impacts from rifle or pistol rounds.

Did the Ruger 10/22 penetrate the WWII helmets tested?

No, the .22 LR rounds fired from the Ruger 10/22 caused dents in the American M1, Japanese Type 90, and German Stahlhelm helmets but did not penetrate their steel shells.

How did the different WWII helmets compare in the ballistic test?

The impacts resulted in similar denting across the American M1, Japanese Type 90, and German Stahlhelm helmets. Notably, the paint on the German Stahlhelm appeared to hold up better after the .22 LR impact compared to the others.

What firearm was used in the helmet durability test?

The firearm used was a customized Ruger 10/22, nicknamed the 'Squirrel Slayer 3000'. It was equipped with a scope and suppressor and fired .22 LR ammunition during the tests.

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