We took these photos during SOFIC in a behind-closed-door unveiling of several new Ops-Core technologies. Despite rumors to the contrary, Ops-Core is thriving and has developed several new products that will be rolling out soon. These photos in particular, showcase the new Super Light Armor Applique Plate developed for the Ops-Core FAST Ballistic Helmet by Velocity Systems.
One of those new technologies we mentioned is this skeleton VAS shroud just peeking out from under the SLAAP. You can also discern the design of the SLAAP. You may notics that the plate is slightly raised around the VAS.
Below, you can see the SLAAP dismounted from the helmet and the Velcro strips used to hold it fast.
Remember, the Super Light Armor Applique Plate works in conjunction with the Ops-Core FAST Ballistic Helmet to defeat the 7.62 x 39mm FMJ with mild steel core penetrator threat.
Tags: Ops-Core, Velocity Systems
Weight being a concern here. Are you going to have to strap a sandbag to the rear of the helmet to keep your head upright when used with an NVG/NVD?
It isn’t that heavy
With that big a gap at the front, whats the point?
That’s to accommodate the NVG
The more things change…. the Germans had this idea back in WWI:
http://www.militaryheadgear.com/items/5332
I know its to accomodate the nvg, but wouldnt it be better to have a removable ceramic plate covering the mount?
I’m not understanding what you are getting at. Normally, you have NODs there.
Is “light and fast” getting heavier?
More like “light and fast when you need it without having to buy three different kits for everything”. Scalable armor is not the future, is the present.