Helikon-Tex UTP PolyCotton Stretch Rip-Stop Pants - Desert Night Camo
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Helikon-Tex UTP PolyCotton Stretch Rip-Stop Pants - Desert Night Camo
UTP (Urban Tactical Pants) in Desert Night Camo pattern are crafted from premium PolyCotton Stretch Rip-Stop fabric with a weight of 220 g/m2, offering exceptional abrasion and tear resistance. Multiple pockets and a thoughtfully designed layout make this model highly versatile for use in both urban environments and outdoor scenarios.
Durable PolyCotton Stretch material, abrasion-resistant lining and Rip-Stop weave
The PolyCotton Stretch material used to make the pants, with a fabric weight of 220 g/m2 , is a blend of breathable cotton (50%), damage-resistant polyester (48%), and stretchy elastane (2%). It fits the silhouette very well and is also characterized by resistance to abrasion and tearing, and it is lighter and dries faster than 100% cotton fabric.
Thicker threads of the Ripstop weave create a reinforcing grid in the fabric and prevent any damage from spreading over a larger area.
12 practical pockets and compartments for protective inserts
Equipped with twelve pockets, these pants offer exceptional storage capacity:
- Two traditional hip pockets feature reinforced edges for enhanced durability
- Four thigh pockets include two spacious, zippered compartments and two slimmer ones secured with Velcro closures
- At the rear, you'll find four pockets—two large and two smaller ones situated within the larger pockets
- Two internal pockets near the groin are designed for carrying a tactical flashlight or an extra magazine
Additionally, internal compartments located at the knee level provide space for protective pads
Wide Velcro for width adjustment, elastic band and loops for accouterments
Wide velcro fastening replaces traditional buttons, offering 6 cm of adjustment. The waistband features a sewn-in elastic band to ensure the trousers conform comfortably to various body shapes. Two front belt loops are fitted with extra loops, ideal for attaching accessories such as a carabiner.
Main features
- Robust PolyCotton Stretch fabric
- Fabric weight: 220 g/m2
- Rip-Stop construction
- Equipped with 12 pockets
- Compartments for protective padding
- Adjustable with velcro fastening
- Flexible waistband
- Attachment loops for accessories
Desert Night Camo camouflage
Desert Night Camo (DNC) represents a specialized camouflage pattern engineered by the US Army in the 1980s specifically for nocturnal missions in arid environments. Intended to be worn as an overlay on standard uniforms, DNC saw primary deployment during Operation Desert Storm in the Persian Gulf. The distinctive pattern features a grid composed of dark green squares and cross shapes set against an olive-green base. Developed to interfere with early night vision equipment used by adversaries, its principal function was to obscure detection. While field use demonstrated moderate success in reducing the effectiveness of early night vision devices, DNC stands out as an innovative solution in the evolution of night camouflage technology.
Militaria.pl is the official distributor of Helikon-Tex.
Helikon-Tex is a Polish company 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 earned recognition among both uniformed services and outdoor enthusiasts. Its range includes standout 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 different terrain conditions.
| Clothing style | Tactical |
|---|---|
| Color/camouflage | Camouflage |
| Material type | Synthetic-natural |
| Material texture | Rip-Stop (grid) |
| Material flexibility | Extensible |
| Gender | Men's |
| Camouflage | Desert Night Camo |
| Number of pockets | 12 |
| Belt loops | Yes |
| Membrane | No |
| Main color | Desert Night Camo |
| Weight | 578 g (size L) |
| Pockets for knee pads | Yes |
| Waterproof | No |
| Cut | Fitted |
| Season | Spring, Autumn |
| Zipper | Zipper |
| Manufacturer code | SP-UTL-SP-0L- |
| Brand | Helikon-Tex |
| Main material | 50% Cotton |
| Additional material | 48% Polyester, 2% elastane |
| EAN |
PoliCotton fabric is a blend of polyester and cotton fibers featuring the best qualities of both yarns. Polyester provides strength and flexibility, while cotton provides softness and breathability.
Rip-Stop weave protects the fabric from abrasions and tears. It is characterized by additional threads woven in at regular intervals, forming a mesh-like pattern. It provides high strength to the fabric, increases resistance to mechanical damage, especially tears.
