Shooting Down A CH-47 - What Will The Helicopter Armor Stop?

Published on June 4, 2026
Duration: 17:36

This video features an expert-level test of discarded CH-47 helicopter armor, assessing its ballistic resistance against various rifle and pistol calibers. The armor, described as composite and unusually light, demonstrates impressive performance, stopping rounds up to M80 ball at close range. While it eventually succumbs to .300 Win Mag and .50 caliber rounds, its effectiveness against common threats is highlighted, offering valuable insights into military-grade ballistic protection.

Quick Summary

Discarded CH-47 helicopter armor was tested for ballistic resistance. This lightweight composite armor stopped 9mm, .300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm, 5.56x45mm M193, and M80 ball at close range. Penetration occurred with M855, .300 Win Mag, and .50 caliber rounds, indicating its effectiveness against common threats but limitations against heavier ordnance.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to CH-47 Armor
  2. 01:40Armor Setup and Testing Distance
  3. 03:209mm Ballistics Test
  4. 04:15300 Blackout Ballistics Test
  5. 05:157.62x39mm Ballistics Test
  6. 06:155.56x45mm M193 (11.5" Barrel) Test
  7. 06:405.56x45mm M193 (16" Barrel) Test
  8. 07:557.62x51mm M80 Ball Test
  9. 09:305.56x45mm M855 Ballistics Test (First Penetration)
  10. 10:20300 Win Mag Ballistics Test
  11. 12:20.50 Caliber Ballistics Test
  12. 13:40Armor Performance Analysis & Comparison
  13. 14:50Conclusion and Future Testing

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of armor was tested in the video?

The video tested discarded CH-47 helicopter armor. This armor is described as a composite material that is unusually light and thinner than standard civilian Level III body armor, suggesting advanced military-grade construction.

How did the CH-47 armor perform against rifle rounds?

The armor performed exceptionally well against many rifle rounds at close range. It stopped 9mm, .300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm, and 5.56x45mm M193. It also stopped M80 ball. Penetration occurred with M855, .300 Win Mag, and .50 caliber rounds.

What was the most effective round stopped by the CH-47 armor?

The armor demonstrated impressive capability by stopping M80 ball (7.62x51mm) at 10 yards. It also showed significant resistance to M193 5.56x45mm from a 16-inch barrel, with substantial backface deformation but no penetration.

Did the CH-47 armor have any ceramic components?

Based on visual inspection and the presenter's comments, the armor did not appear to have a ceramic strike face. This is typically used to break up armor-piercing projectiles, and its absence may explain why M855 penetrated.

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