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BCS IOTV Carrier

Monday, August 29th, 2011

Beez Combat Systems just released their IOTV carrier line. Just like their previous OTV carriers, the new IOTV carriers accepts issue armor. The BCS IOTV carrier supports the Gen1 and Gen2 US Army IOTV issue body armor in a lighter and simpler body armor carrier system. The IOTV carrier has mounting webbing which makes it fully configurable to support issue groin protection, lower back protection, deltoid protection and neck-throat protection. Internal front and rear plate pockets support SAPI plates.

The IOTV carrier is available in three versions (IOTV cumber, IOTV molle, IOTV LBAV) and in multiple colors which allows the individual to quickly utilize issue armor. Colors â€“ Multicam, A-TACS, Coyote, Ranger Green, Khaki, OD and Black. The carriers are not quick-release.

www.beezcombatsystems.com

Tags: BCS, Beez Combat Systems, IOTV
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Slider from TMS

Friday, August 26th, 2011

The Slider is an innovative load carrying solution from Tactical Medical Solutions. While TMS specializes in medical gear, their personnel were 18D SF Medics. Consequently, they are no strangers to wearing body armor and the challenges of effectively using the available load carrying real estate on a vest.

The Slider attaches to the side of an armor vest and offers what is essentially a PALS panel that “slides” along a webbing track from rear to front. You store your extra kit in the rear and pull it forward when needed. It’s important to note that it will sit in front of your pouches so it isn’t necessarily something you are going to want to leave there depending on the mission. It was actually originally envisioned for 40mm grenades but works just as well for anything. Medical gear, extra magazines, etc.

Look for an updated video of the latest version of the Slider later this week.

The Slider as well as all TMS products are available for agency purchase from www.adsinc.com/tactical-medical-solutions.

Tags: Tactical Medical Solutions
Posted in ADS, Armor, Load Carrying, Medical, PALS | 9 Comments »

Breaking News from US PALM – Introducing CB62

Friday, August 26th, 2011

US PALM has informed us that they will be introducing the CB62 camo pattern into a limited number of products in their line for contract orders only. As demand for this pattern rises once US manufactured uniforms are available from SOD USA, we expect US PALM’s offering to increase and be available for retail customers as well. At this point, US PALM is the only company offering nylon gear in this pattern.

The 3-piece kit they are producing for a national agency is the Desert Tracker plate carrier seen above, a ballistic battle belt and a hardened backpack. They have also developed a suite of accessory pouches. Samples will be at agencies that have already expressed interest by next week.

www.us-palm.com

Tags: CB62, SOD USA, US PALM
Posted in Armor, Camo | 3 Comments »

Shellback Tactical – Banshee Rifle Plate Carrier

Tuesday, August 23rd, 2011

Shellback Tactical shared this video review with us of their Banshee Rifle Plate Carrier. It’s a great wrap up of the design. It features ample PALS real estate on the front and back as well as a removable cummerbund with interior and exterior PALS for side plates as well as a drag handle.

Available in Black, Coyote Tan, Ranger Green, A-TACS and MultiCam at a great price from shellbacktactical.com.

Tags: Shellback Tactical
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Trexpo Never Looked So Good

Thursday, August 11th, 2011

SSD supporters Velocity Systems, Mayflower Research & Consulting, and Protective Solutions are sharing a booth at Trexpo in the National Capital Region this week. Check out their booth.

Tags: Mayflower Research and Consulting LLC, Protective Solutions, Velocity Systems
Posted in Armor, Industry | 5 Comments »

OR – Catching Up With D3O

Friday, August 5th, 2011

We caught up with D3O at OR and they gave us a quick glimpse of their new helmet pad system. Look for a full report soon on SSD soon.

www.D3O.com

Tags: D3O
Posted in Armor, Materials | 1 Comment »

c2r Adopts A-TACS

Tuesday, August 2nd, 2011

A-TACS has snagged their first British licensee and it’s c2r. You may recall we told you about their TacPad technology back in February. c2r has been around for a couple of years and they specialize in innovation. Once the mastered the technology to illuminate maps, charts and aides memoire, they turned their attention to armor carriers.

They developed the c2RMOR by adapting their plate carrier design to incorporate a load distribution system that transfers weight from the shoulders to the hips without compromising the ability of Soldiers to move naturally. The design is configurable via PALS for a variety of applications with additional lightweight cummerbunds available as well. It also features a built-in pouch for three magazines. To eject the inner plates, simply pull the two quick-release tabs on the front plate carrier. In addition to plates it also accepts level III soft armor backers. Finally, their design creates an air gap that allows cool air to circulate.

Development of the c2RMOR LITE followed the original C2RMOR platform as a cleaner, less cluttered design for use in low visibility applications. They kept the design flexibility concept, but left off the PALS webbing found on the the C2RMOR. Instead, the LITE offers a detachable magazine pouch on the front of the vest. Side pockets are integrated into the A-TACS printed elastic to allow for additional magazine storage. The back panel can be easily mated to their hydration pocket which is built around a source 2LPS water carrier.

In addition to a more widespread release c2r has decided to make their kit available in A-TACS.

www.c2rfast.com

Tags: A-TACS, C2R
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Diggerworks – Cracking the ‘Nut’

Thursday, July 28th, 2011

This is officially my favorite Soldier Modernization briefing of ALL time. From the organization named Diggerworks, to the title of the briefing, this is just great. It also gives us some great glimpses into the Australian Defence Force’s fielding of the Enhanced Soldier Combat Ensemble in MultiCam.

Diggerworks is a “virtual organisation comprising agencies involved in soldier combat systems (SCS).” And, it is important to note that, “Diggerworks is not Land 125 rebadged.” This means they aren’t giving the program a spiffy new name but rather adding value by including more stake holders in the discussion.

Their mission is simple –

“Diggerworks is to identify options and deliver integrated soldier combat systems solutions in order to enhance the capability of the warfighter”

Moreover, they are working on Adaptive Acquisition which is something we’d like to see more of here in the US.

Adaptive Acquisition

– “Buy less more often”
– Enable change to happen quicker
– No longer is everyone to be equipped the same
– The close combatant is to be treated differently

Be sure to check out the entire briefing:

Cracking the Nut

Tags: Australia, Diggerworks
Posted in Armor, Camo, Clothing, Foreign | 9 Comments »