AS-223SKU: AS-223
AS-223
The AS-223 Ballistic Helmet solution has been designed and developed specifically to meet the stringent requirements of the DEA / FBI and VPAM 3 test protocol within an ACH geometry. Designed to protect the most demanding users with reduced Trauma / Back-Face Deformation this custom designed helmet provides proven levels of performance and is available in regular, mid and high-cut shells, in both bolted and boltless configurations.
Key Features
PROVEN TO DRAMATICALLY REDUCE TRAUMA generated from a ballistic hit such as a 9mm bullet
Meets GERMAN VPAM 3 BALLISTIC STANDARD; DEA/FBI 2024 Specifications, AND the U.S. NIJ LEVEL IIIA
UTILIZES THE ACH SHAPE, used and accepted by the U.S. Government and other military and law enforcement organizations worldwide
Proudly MADE IN THE USA
Specifications
SHAPE/DESIGN: U.S. Army ACH Geometry
SHELL CONSTRUCTION: Proprietary blend of Aramid and Composite Materials
BALLISTIC PROTECTION: German’s VPAM 3 Specification; U.S. DEA/FBI 2024 specifications; NIJ level IIIA 0108.01/0106.01
FRAGMENTS PROTECTION: 17 grain V50 > 2100 f/s (640 m/s)
9MM BFD/TRAUMA: Avg <8mm when tested to DOJ/DEA extended Protocol
ENVIRONMENTAL / MECHANICAL PROTECTION / DESIGN: Blunt Impact, Compression Resistance and Dynamic Strength in accordance with DOJ/DEA 2019 specifications
CERTIFICATION: From the German Lab of Mellrichstadt and from NTS, an NIJ certified laboratory
AVAILABLE HEAD SIZES: Small / Medium / Large / X-Large / XX-Large
AVAILABLE SHELL SIZES: Medium / Large / X-Large
EXTREME TESTING CONDITIONS: Performs under temperature between 160 °F (71°C) and -60°F (-51°C); Performs after 3 hours sea water immersion
CONFIGURATION: 100% Boltless (Durability Verified)
USE: SWAT Teams; Law Enforcement; Private Security Contractors
Shell Information
SHELL THICKNESS: 0.35” (±0.1″) / 9 mm (±2.5mm)
FINISHED SHELL NOMINAL WEIGHT: Medium 1.32 kg (2.9 lbs); Large 1.36 kg (3 lbs); X-Large 1.45 kg (3.2 lbs)
* Regular-cut shell
System Information
FINISHED HELMET NOMINAL WEIGHT: Medium 1.5 kg (3.3 lbs); Large 1.54 kg (3.4 lbs); X-Large 1.64 kg (3.6 lbs)
FULLY LOADED HIGH-CUT NOMINAL WEIGHT: Medium 1.54 kg (3.4 lbs); Large 1.63 kg (3.6 lbs); X-Large 1.73 kg (3.8 lbs)
** A High-cut helmet installed with retention and suspension systems**
*** Special Command configuration: the complete kit, with ASR side-rails, NVG Shroud and Operational Loop System***
