Will a Tank Crush a Safe and a Ballistic Helmet?

Published on August 31, 2020
Duration: 13:07

This video from Edwin Sarkissian, a high-profile tactical content creator, demonstrates the destructive capabilities of a Centurion tank against various items, including a SentrySafe and a Level 3A Kevlar ballistic helmet. The experiment highlights the resilience of modern ballistic protection compared to older steel helmets and the extreme force required to breach a fire-resistant safe.

Quick Summary

In a destructive test, a 60-ton Centurion tank crushed a SentrySafe and a Level 3A Kevlar ballistic helmet. While the steel helmet was flattened, the Kevlar helmet maintained some structural integrity. The safe was completely destroyed, highlighting the limits of fire-resistant safes against extreme mechanical force.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Sponsorship
  2. 01:15Item Lineup for Crushing
  3. 03:49The Crushing Process
  4. 08:23Post-Crush Inspection
  5. 10:29Safe and Fire Extinguisher Results

Frequently Asked Questions

What happened to the ballistic helmet when a tank crushed it?

A Level 3A Kevlar ballistic helmet retained some structural integrity after being compressed by a 60-ton Centurion tank, showing more resilience than a flattened WWII steel helmet.

Can a tank crush a fire-resistant safe?

Yes, a SentrySafe fire-resistant security safe was completely flattened into a 'pancake' when run over by a Centurion tank, demonstrating its vulnerability to extreme mechanical force.

What is the NIJ Level 3A rating?

NIJ Level 3A is a ballistic protection standard set by the National Institute of Justice, indicating resistance to handgun rounds and fragmentation. It is a common rating for personal body armor and helmets.

Who is Edwin Sarkissian?

Edwin Sarkissian is a high-profile content creator known for experimental shooting and tactical gear testing, often featuring extreme scenarios and large-caliber firearms.

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