Helikon-Tex Aegis Lite Plate Carrier Tactical Vest - Shadow Grey
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Helikon-Tex Aegis Lite Plate Carrier Tactical Vest - Shadow Grey
A Plate Carrier tactical vest in gray, crafted from highly durable and abrasion-resistant 500D Cordura material. Engineered to provide unrestricted mobility, the vest offers full adjustability to accommodate the wearer’s preferences. Featuring velcro panels, mounting buckles for modular accessories, as well as front and rear slots for armor plates in the SAPI/ESAPI standard.
damage-resistant cordura, DWR
Constructed from 500D Cordura fabric, the model offers exceptional durability while remaining lightweight. Enhanced resistance to abrasion, tearing, and harsh weather conditions ensures robust performance. The vest’s design is engineered for optimal mechanical strength, making it suitable for demanding field use and intensive activities. An advanced hydrophobic layer, DWR (Durable Water Repellency), elevates water repellency, guards against moisture penetration, speeds up drying, resists staining, and boosts overall breathability.
Pockets for ballistic inserts
Available in two size options, each with differently sized pockets for ballistic plates:
- Medium (31.5 x 24.5 cm)
- Large (33.7 x 26 cm)
Durable construction, emergency handle
The Plate Carrier tactical vest, presented in green, is constructed from highly durable, damage-resistant 500D Cordura. Engineered for unrestricted mobility, the design is fully adjustable to accommodate individual preferences. Outfitted with velcro panels, mounting buckles for modular attachments, as well as front and rear compartments for ballistic plates, the carrier is compatible with SAPI/ESAPI standard inserts.
Elastic Cummerbund, 6 pouches
The cummerbund features 6 pouches in total, with 3 located on each side, specifically engineered to accommodate AK and AR-15 magazines or similarly sized items such as PMR radios. An elastic Shock-Cord drawstring with a user-friendly pull tab ensures contents remain secure and protected from falling out. Adjustment to fit the wearer is achieved quickly and easily through hook-and-loop closure panels.
Velcro panels
Positioned on both the front and rear of the model, large Velcro panels facilitate the attachment of extra accessories, as well as various types of insignia, emblems, patches, or Morale Patches. This mounting platform delivers versatile configuration options tailored to the operator's requirements.
Main features
- Constructed from robust 500D Cordura fabric
- Features expansive Velcro panels for customization
- Equipped with an elastic Cummerbund for flexibility
- Includes six pouches secured by Shock-Cord
- Offers adjustable sizing and tailored fit
- Compatible with SAPI/ESAPI plates sizes L and M (dependent on vest dimensions)
- Lightweight design for enhanced mobility
- Fitted with a rear evacuation handle
- Utilizes Woojin Plastic buckles for secure fastening
Militaria.pl is the official distributor of Helikon-Tex.
Helikon-Tex is a Europe-based brand delivering trusted quality and accountable manufacturing founded in 1983, specializing in the production of tactical, military and outdoor clothing. It offers a wide range of products such as clothing, backpacks, bags and tactical accessories, which have gained recognition among both uniformed services and outdoor enthusiasts. Its offer includes distinctive product lines such as Bushcraft - dedicated to survival enthusiasts, Law Enforcement - designed for uniformed services, and Range - created for shooters. Helikon-Tex uses modern camouflage patterns, such as MultiCam, ATACS and PenCott, ensuring adaptation to various terrain conditions.
| Quick release vest system | No |
|---|---|
| Ballistic cartridge pockets | Yes |
| Number of pouches | 6 |
| Clasp | Velcro |
| Type of Vest | Plate Carrier |
| Transport handle | Yes |
| Main material | 100% 500D Cordura |
| Color/camouflage | Gray hue |
| Number of pockets | 0 |
| Main color | Shadow Grey |
| Velcro panel | Yes |
| Molle/pals compatible | No |
| Adjustment | Yes |
| Weight | 515 g |
| Manufacturer code | KK-AEL-CD-35 |
| Brand | Helikon-Tex |
| EAN |
The velcro panel is an area with sewn-on Velcro tape that allows easy attachment of various additional items, such as patches or pockets.
Cordura is a material woven from durable nylon fibers, developed by DuPont. The structure of the material provides lightness and abrasion resistance, as well as weather resistance. Due to its properties, Cordura is widely used in tactical equipment.
DWR (Durable Water Repellency) is a durable waterproofing treatment that increases the surface tension of water and creates a hydrophobic coating on materials. It protects the material from rapid soaking, improves drying, provides stain resistance and increases breathability.
Woojin buckles are a type of buckles and fasteners made of high-quality materials such as polyamide or polypropylene, which ensures durability and weather resistance. They are widely used in the manufacture of backpacks, bags, clothing and tactical gear, providing sturdy, reliable and easy-to-use fasteners.
