THE IMPORTANCE OF MULTI-HIT CAPABILITY IN BALLISTIC HELMETS

In high-risk environments, you don’t have the time or resources to change your helmet immediately after it is shot. Therefore, the ability to withstand multiple impacts is crucial for any ballistic helmet. Multi-hit capability ensures the helmet can endure several ballistic threats or blunt force strikes without compromising protection. 

To evaluate a helmet’s durability, check for NIJ certification or other rigorous testing standards. Our ballistic helmets are NIJ Level IIIA certified, which means that they are tested to stop 6 rounds of .44 magnum. However, our helmets are made to exceed certification levels and can take more shots, and fragmentation impacts. 

Factors that affect multi-hit performance include the helmet’s material (e.g., advanced composite fibers like Aramid or UHMWPE) and its design for dispersing energy upon impact. By prioritizing multi-hit capability, users can ensure prolonged protection during prolonged engagements or hostile conditions, significantly improving their survivability and operational performance.