WW1 British Brodie (Doughboy) Helmet BULLETPROOF? *Test* (Shocking Damage)

Published on May 11, 2024
Duration: 1:00

This video features an expert-level ballistic test of a World War I British Brodie helmet, also known as a Doughboy helmet. The host, demonstrating high authority and specialized knowledge, tests the helmet's resistance against a range of modern calibers from 12 gauge birdshot up to .308 Winchester. The results are surprising, showing the helmet offers minimal protection against most contemporary rounds, with only the lowest power calibers failing to penetrate.

Quick Summary

Expert ballistic testing reveals the World War I British Brodie helmet offers minimal protection against modern firearms. While it stopped 12 gauge birdshot and .22 LR, it was easily penetrated by 9mm, .223, 7.62x39, and .308 rounds, with the latter causing catastrophic damage.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction of Brodie Helmet Test
  2. 00:05Caliber Lineup for Testing
  3. 00:09Shotgun and Rimfire Testing
  4. 00:25Handgun and Intermediate Rifle Rounds Test
  5. 00:48Full Power Rifle Test
  6. 00:57Conclusion on Helmet Protection

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the WW1 British Brodie helmet bulletproof against modern ammunition?

No, the WW1 British Brodie helmet is not bulletproof against modern ammunition. Ballistic testing showed it was penetrated by calibers including 9mm, .223, 7.62x39, and .308, with only 12 gauge birdshot and .22 LR failing to penetrate.

What calibers were tested against the WW1 Brodie helmet?

The WW1 Brodie helmet was tested against 12 gauge birdshot, .22 LR, .380 Auto, 9mm, .223, 7.62x39, and .308 Winchester rounds. Potentially .50 BMG was also considered.

What was the outcome of testing the WW1 Brodie helmet with a .308 round?

Testing the WW1 Brodie helmet with a .308 round resulted in catastrophic damage. The round punched through the helmet and significantly impacted the ballistic dummy head, demonstrating the helmet's inadequacy against full-power rifle cartridges.

What firearms were used in the WW1 Brodie helmet ballistic test?

The test utilized a G-Force One shotgun for 12 gauge, a Volquartsen Arms Mamba for .22 LR, a Canik TTI Combat for 9mm, an Anderson Frontline for .223, a Zastava Z92 for 7.62x39, and a Diamondback AR-10 for .308.

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