Team Wendy EPIC™ Responder Plus Helmet

The Team Wendy EPIC™ Responder Plus Helmet is built for professionals who demand reliable ballistic protection without sacrificing comfort or mobility. Designed for law enforcement, first responders, and tactical units, this helmet combines advanced materials with innovative comfort features, delivering high-performance protection in a lightweight, seamless design.

Key Features

 

• Ballistic Protection: Certified to NIJ Level IIIA standards for reliable defense against handgun threats.

• Fragmentation and Blunt-Impact Resistance: Tested to achieve a 17-grain V50 of over 2,560 ft/s with minimal back-face deformation.

• Lightweight UHMWPE Shell: Constructed with ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene for superior strength and reduced weight compared to traditional aramid helmets.

• Seamless Shell Design: No through-holes for bolts or hardware, improving structural integrity and reducing weak points.

• Advanced Comfort System: Features Team Wendy’s EPIC Air® fit liner and Zorbium® foam pads for superior comfort and ventilation.

• Precision Retention System: The CAM FIT™ dial system enables fast, micro-adjustable sizing for a secure, stable fit during high-movement operations.

• Multiple Cuts and Sizes: Available in Full, Mid, and High-cut configurations to meet operational needs.

• Mission-Ready Colors: Offered in tactical finishes such as Black and Ranger Green for seamless integration with field gear.

 

Threats Defeated

 

Ballistic Performance

• NIJ IIIA (NIJ STD 0106.01/0108.01)

Fragment Performance

• 117gr V50 ≥ 2560 ft/s (780 m/s)

Backface Deformation

• 9mm BFD ≤ 25.4 mm

Blunt Impact Performance

• Meets ACH Gen II Blunt Impact (AR/PD 14-01) and AEP 2902 Clause 4.1.1.1 Method H

 

Size and Weights

 

Size Small:

• Head Circumference (in): 20-21.25
• Head Circumference (cm): 52-54

Size Medium:

• Head Circumference (in): 21.5-22.5
• Head Circumference (cm): 54-57

Size Large:

• Head Circumference (in): 22.5-23.6
• Head Circumference (cm): 57-60

Size XL:

• Head Circumference (in): 23.6-25.2
• Head Circumference (cm): 60-64

Full-Cut:

Small

• Complete system:  2.64 lbs (1.19 kg)
• Shell: 2.11 lbs (0.96 kg)

Medium

• Complete system:  2.70 lbs (1.18 kg)
• Shell: 2.17 lbs (0.98 kg)

Large

• Complete system:  2.96 lbs (1.29 kg)
• Shell: 2.42 lbs (1.10 kg)

XL

• Complete system:  3.17 lbs (1.38 kg)
• Shell: 2.62 lbs (1.19 kg)

Mid- Cut:

Small

• Complete system:  2.59 lbs (1.27 kg)
• Shell: 2.06 lb (0.93 kg)

Medium

• Complete system:  2.65 lbs (1.30 kg)
• Shell: 2.12 lb (0.96 kg)

Large

• Complete system:  2.85 lbs (1.42 kg)
• Shell: 2.31 lb (1.10 kg)

XL

• Complete system:  3.10 lbs (1.51 kg)
• Shell: 2.56 lb (1.19 kg)

High-Cut:

Small

• Complete system:  2.37 lbs (1.15 kg)
• Shell: 1.84 lbs (0.84 kg)

Medium

• Complete system:  2.42 lbs (1.09 kg)
• Shell: 1.9 lbs (0.86 kg)

Large

• Complete system:  2.55 lbs (1.15 kg)
• Shell: 2.01 lbs (0.91 kg)

XL

• Complete system:  2.81 lbs (1.27 kg)
• Shell: 2.26 lbs (1.02 kg)

 

*Weights (lbs) +/-3%
Shell weight includes edge trim & paint.
Complete system weight includes helmet shell, shroud, rails, impact liner and retention system.

PLEASE NOTE: If you are in between sizes, we recommend going up to the larger size.

 

Why Choose the EPIC Responder Plus

 

The EPIC Responder Plus is a step above standard patrol helmets, offering the same level of ballistic protection in a much lighter and more ergonomic package. Its seamless construction, optimized fit system, and versatile design make it an ideal solution for responders and tactical operators who require dependable head protection with all-day comfort.

Ideal Applications

 

• Law enforcement and first responders seeking ballistic protection in active or high-risk environments

• SWAT and tactical teams requiring lightweight, modular head protection

• EMS and rapid-deployment units operating in threat zones

• Training and mission use where comfort and protection must coexist

 

Fit & Sizing

 

• Small: 52–54 cm

• Medium: 54–57 cm

• Large: 57–60 cm

• X-Large: 60–64 cm

Use the adjustable CAM FIT™ dial to ensure a snug, stable fit. Padding can be customized for comfort and ventilation during long missions.

Final Word

 

The Team Wendy EPIC™ Responder Plus Helmet combines cutting-edge ballistic protection with superior comfort and adaptability. With its NIJ Level IIIA rating, lightweight UHMWPE shell, and precision retention system, it’s designed to keep tactical professionals safe, comfortable, and ready for any mission.