Netherite Chestplate
The strongest chestplate in the game. Fireproof with superior armor toughness and knockback resistance.
Stack Size
Stack Size1
Durability
Durability592
Category
CategoryArmor
Version Added
Version Added1.16
Item ID
Item IDnetherite_chestplate
Overview
Netherite Chestplate is a piece of armor in the Armor category of Minecraft, obtained through smithing Table (Diamond Chestplate + Netherite Upgrade + Netherite Ingot). It cannot be stacked, so each Netherite Chestplate occupies a full inventory slot on its own. With a base durability of 592 uses, it can be repaired and enchanted.
When enchanted, it can carry 9 different enchantments, including Protection, Fire Protection, Blast Protection, and Projectile Protection. Worn, Netherite Chestplate is worth 8 armor points of the 20 a full set of netherite armor is worth. Netherite also carries 3 armor toughness, which is what keeps a heavy hit from cutting straight through the points, and each piece holds off 10% of the knockback from a hit. With 592 durability, Netherite Chestplate lasts 592 light hits, or about 197 blows of twelve damage, because a piece loses one point of durability for every four damage in a single hit. The table reads Netherite Chestplate at 15 enchantability (level with leather), with gold at 25 above it and chainmail at 12 below.
How to Obtain
- Smithing Table (Diamond Chestplate + Netherite Upgrade + Netherite Ingot)
Applicable Enchantments
Click an enchantment to view details on the Enchantments database.
Notes
Provides 8 armor points, 3 armor toughness, and 10% knockback resistance.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you get Netherite Chestplate in Minecraft?
Netherite Chestplate is obtained through smithing Table (Diamond Chestplate + Netherite Upgrade + Netherite Ingot). Look for Netherite Chestplate rather than build it; the game gives no recipe.
What is Netherite Chestplate used for?
Netherite Chestplate is worn for protection. The strongest chestplate in the game. Fireproof with superior armor toughness and knockback resistance.
How many Netherite Chestplate can you stack?
Netherite Chestplate does not stack. Each one carries its own wear, so a spare costs a second slot and gives you a second 592 points of use rather than a deeper pile.
Can Netherite Chestplate be enchanted?
Yes. Netherite Chestplate can be enchanted with Protection, Fire Protection, Blast Protection, Projectile Protection, Thorns, Unbreaking, Mending, Curse of Vanishing, and Curse of Binding.
How much durability does Netherite Chestplate have?
Netherite Chestplate has 592 points of durability, meaning it can be used about 592 times before breaking. Unbreaking raises that number and Mending repairs it as you earn experience.
How much protection does Netherite Chestplate give?
Netherite Chestplate adds 8 armor points of the 20 a full set of netherite armor is worth, which is 32% off a light hit and 80% with the rest of the set. Against a hard hit the game gives part of that back, and it is the 3 armor toughness that limits how much: Netherite Chestplate keeps more of its value the harder you are hit.
When was Netherite Chestplate added to Minecraft?
Netherite Chestplate was added in version 1.16.