Costa Mesa, Calif. (Jan. 16, 2023) – 5.11 Tactical, the global innovator of purpose-built apparel, footwear, and gear, today unveiled a new line of technical apparel strategically designed to offer best-in-class components and performance for law enforcement and military professionals, the V.XI Collection.
Constructed with superior fabrics and materials integrated into highly strategic and purpose-built designs, the V.XI Collection will offer multiple pieces of apparel constructed to work together in layering systems for best-in-class performance.
“Reliable gear is mission-critical for law enforcement and military agencies. That proves especially true for the elite teams that face extreme conditions and challenges on a daily basis,” said Francisco Morales, CEO of 5.11 Tactical. “The V.XI Collection has been meticulously designed so that every fabric, feature and design element will offer the performance, functionality, durability and protection these elite groups of professionals need in the field.”
The initial offering of the V.XI Collection will include a new XTU Line consisting of a pant, long sleeve shirt, mid-layer jacket, shell pant and shell jacket.
The XTU Pant will be feature-packed to maximize performance, function and versatility. It’s constructed with Ortholite® foam support in the strategically offset comfort waistband, a gusseted crotch and seat, large cargo pockets and no-melt/no-drip fabric to make it withstand the rigors of professional use. It also features a patented 3-in-1 kneepad design with a color-matching and removable external knee protection piece, sewn-in padding for a mid-layer and an internal pocket that houses a removable kneepad insert. An internal vertical adjustment and horizontal external adjustment allow users to create a custom and secure fit.
The XTU Rapid L/S shirt will offer moisture-wicking and anti-odor performance, a Teflon finish and no-melt/no-drip fabrics for added functionality and protection. Dual pocket sleeves, adjustable cuffs, articulated pits, reinforced elbows and bar-tacking at key stress points will ensure the functionality needed by elite team units. Strategic body-mapping of the fabrics will offer comfortable layering with plate carriers and additional gear.
An insulating mid-layer will be offered by the XTU LT3 Jacket. Built to provide protection without adding unwanted bulk, it features 100% Primaloft Gold insulation and strategically body-mapped panels for convenient layering. Reinforced stress points, an internal storm flap, DWR finishes, moisture-wicking and anti-odor properties and an adjustable hem provide enhanced performance.
The XTU Waterproof Jacket and XTU Waterproof Pant round out the initial lineup of the V.XI Collection. Both pieces are constructed with a 100% nylon plain weave membrane with a mechanical stretch face and a 100% polyester non-brushed tricot backer to provide 20K waterproof performance and 18K breathability performance. The fabric is also blood-borne pathogen resistant for ultimate protection in the field.
The XTU Waterproof Jacket also includes articulated sleeves, a two-way waterproof front zipper with internal storm flaps and a chin guard, multiple pockets, adjustable cuffs and zippered pits for venting. The XTU Waterproof Pant is just as feature-packed with cordura overlays at the knees, an adjustable waist, wrap construction belt loops to accommodate duty belts, waterproof hand-pass-through zippers, low-profile cargo pockets with flap and zipper closures, articulated knees and seat, snow cuff leg openings with shoe-lace hooks and many more design elements to make offer comfort and protection in the worst conditions.
For more information about 5.11 Tactical, the new V.XI Collection and its full features, or to find a 5.11 Tactical store near you, visit www.511tactical.com.