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Helikon-Tex Soft Shell Level 5 Gen.3 Ver.2 Jacket PL Desert (M)
Product code: A6641M
This jacket is the upper part of a module used in the Advanced Protective Combat Uniform set. It offers protection against wind and light rain. The material is primarily composed of nylon and spandex, providing elasticity while maintaining necessary qualities such as waterproofing and wind resistance. The tactical pockets are easily accessible, and the adjustment systems for the sleeves, collar, and waist allow for a secure fit, enhancing the user's maneuverability.
Equipment Specifications
| Chest Dimensions | 124 cm |
| Total Size | 69 cm |
| Sleeve Length | 56 cm |
| Size | M |
| Pockets | 5 |
| Closure Type | Zipper |
| Material | Nylon Elastic in 2 Directions / Spandex (98%/2%) Soft Shell DuPont Teflon |
| Product Series | Soft Shell V.2 |
Product Description
This jacket represents the upper part of the Soft Shell Level Generation 3 Version 2 module of the APCU (Advanced Protective Combat Uniform), serving as a barrier against wind and light rain. The APCU clothing is a collection of clothing modules designed to provide soldiers with protection against all possible climatic changes and differences that may occur in extreme situations.
The material used is primarily 98% nylon and 2% spandex, intended to give the fabric the necessary elasticity while maintaining the waterproofing required against light rain and wind, as mandated by strict U.S. Army regulations. There are adjustment systems at the sleeves, collar, and waist to maintain thermal comfort, improve mobility, and enhance waterproof properties.
The jacket is equipped with spacious pockets located in easily accessible places.
Functionality
The jacket features the following tactical pockets: 2 large pockets on the chest secured with zippers and 2 pockets on the upper part of the sleeves secured with Velcro.
The jacket comes with a hood that can be tightened into a special compartment inside the collar to save space. To prevent overheating, there are ventilation systems with double zippers located under the arms.
The main fastening system is a YKK zipper, a high-quality double zipper, ensuring durability over time. Above it, there is a section made of material secured with snaps for additional protection of the zipper.
On the chest and the upper part of the sleeves, there are sections equipped with Velcro for attaching badges or patches.
The color of the jacket is PL Desert, this camouflage is used by the Polish Army and is the Desert version of the PL Woodland pattern.
The size of the jacket is M (Medium) and its dimensions are:
- chest size 124 cm
- sleeve length 56 cm
- total height 69 cm