Very good quality, the trousers are made of durable and comfortable material. The number and placement of pockets is well thought out, you can easily take everyday essentials with you. Especially the Velcro pockets are great—they fit both a small wallet and a phone; mine fits perfectly. The grey color and cut are very versatile and don’t give an immediate military impression. Highly recommended.
Helikon-Tex UTP PolyCotton Stretch Rip-Stop Pants - ERDL
UTP (Urban Tactical Pants) tactical trousers in ERDL camouflage, crafted from premium PolyCotton Stretch Rip-Stop fabric with a weight of 220 g/m2. This material provides outstanding resistance to abrasion and tearing. The thoughtfully designed pocket configuration and their strategic placement make these pants an excellent choice for use in both urban settings and during outdoor activities.
Durable PolyCotton Stretch fabric, abrasion-resistant lining and Rip-Stop weave
Crafted from PolyCotton Stretch fabric weighing 220 g/m2, these pants are made with a blend of cotton (50%) for breathability, durable polyester (48%), and flexible elastane (2%). The fit is tailored and secure, offering enhanced abrasion and tear resistance, while being lighter and drying more quickly compared to fabrics made of 100% cotton.
The fabric's structure is reinforced by thicker Rip-Stop weave threads, creating a mesh that effectively prevents damage from extending beyond the initial area.
12 practical pockets and compartments for protective inserts
Designed with twelve functional pockets, these pants offer exceptional storage options.
- Featuring two traditional hip pockets with reinforced edges for added durability
- Equipped with four thigh pockets, including two spacious ones secured by zippers and two slim versions fastened with Velcro
- The back features four additional pockets: two large ones and two smaller ones located inside the larger pockets
- Two concealed internal pockets at the groin area provide space for carrying a tactical flashlight or an extra magazine
Knee-level compartments inside the pant legs allow for the insertion of protective pads
Wide velcro for width adjustment, elastic webbing and loops for accouterment
A broad Velcro fastener replaces the button and offers up to 6 cm of adjustment. For enhanced fit to individual body shapes, an elastic band is integrated into the waistband. The two front belt loops are fitted with extra loops to facilitate the attachment of items such as a carabiner.
main features
- durable PolyCotton Stretch fabric
- fabric grammage 220 g/m2
- Rip-Stop weave
- 12 pockets
- compartments for protective inserts
- Velcro for adjustment
- elastic waistband
- loops for accouterment
ERDL camouflage
The ERDL (Engineer Research and Development Laboratory) camouflage was developed in 1948 by an American research laboratory. It did not come into wide use until the 1960s, during the Vietnam War, mainly among special and reconnaissance units. It was on its basis that later designs, such as the Woodland and M81, known around the world today, were developed. The green-brown camouflage palette works well in dense vegetation, European deciduous forests, thickets and mixed woodlands.
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.
| Clothing style | Tactical |
|---|---|
| Color/camouflage | Camouflage |
| Material type | Synthetic-natural |
| Material texture | Rip-Stop (grid) |
| Material flexibility | Extensible |
| Gender | Men's |
| Camouflage | ERDL |
| Number of pockets | 12 |
| Main material | 50% Polyester |
| Additional material | 48% Cotton |
| Additional material | 2% elastane |
| Belt loops | Yes |
| Weight | 578 g |
| Pockets for knee pads | Yes |
| Cut | Fitted |
| Zipper | Velcro |
| Manufacturer code | SP-UTL-SP-1P |
| Brand | Helikon-Tex |
| 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.
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Review summary
Number of reviews: 9
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I recently bought this model of pants and I think it's a very good choice. The sizing was spot on in my case. I did buy longer ones and shortened them, but I always do that just in case I need some fabric for patches later on. The summer pants are very functional, big plus for the pockets. The camouflage, so far... rarely seen in the field. The pants are cool. I recommend them.
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These pants are fantastic, they're comfortable and thanks to the elastic waistband, my inner Rambo has come alive again. I'm saving up for another pair, have a nice day! The size matches the chart for me, so 105 in the waist and XXL are fine.
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A bit expensive, but the higher price definitely comes with superior build quality and materials. A big plus for the variety of color options. This time, purchased as a gift.
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Well, unfortunately, Helikon Tex, the company whose UTP pants I have been buying for years (I have many pairs in different colors and camouflages), is now releasing these pants with simply worse workmanship. It's not even about the labels on the recycled gray paper (that's just eco hysteria), but maybe it seems like a detail—however, for me it's very important as it reflects on the whole product and the company. The pockets in these pants are 3 cm shallower. The legs in UTP jeans are also narrower. Pants of this sort aren't skinny jeans for fashion catalog models. People can think what they want, but for me it's a significant downside for this manufacturer.
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Very good trousers, the Erdl camouflage pattern is reliable. The trousers fit well, they are not too long, just a bit. Everything is positive, everything as it should be. I will definitely order more trousers with this camouflage.
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Strong, quite flexible, a lot of pockets. I think that's why they're bought and they serve that purpose. The only downside I see is that the openings to the standard pockets are so tight that when sitting or driving, it's almost impossible to get anything out of them. I'm 175cm, 80kg and took size L so it wouldn't pinch.
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I already have these Helikons in other colors, but this camouflage is amazing! It's great that the company decided to introduce it, and I hope they will eventually expand their range of products in this pattern. It's not a classic cargo pants cut and they're more expensive, but it's worth it, at least on promotion. They are more fitted and have more features, but practical ones, like elastic material in the areas that stretch the most or a changed pocket layout. They fit better than classic BDUs but are NOT TIGHT. They don't restrict movement and aren't too wide, yet they're not narrow either.
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I am a fan of classic cargo pants and was a bit hesitant before buying these trousers, but eventually I decided to go for them. The 6 COLORS camouflage played a big part in this—I have always liked it. The trousers are very well made, nice material, they don't restrict movement, and the sizing is good. Pockets in various sizes offer a lot of possibilities. Overall, everything is positive, the trousers are worth their price.
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