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 RBR Combat Level IIIA Ballistic Helmets
The RBR Combat Helmet is our most popular helmet. It is a general purpose helmet for the modern combat soldier. It utilises the excellent performance of aramid, bound in a thermoplastic resin matrix using RBR’s unique process technology. This is the key to achieving an excellent performance to weight ratio.
The RBR Combat Helmet can be worn for extensive periods of time, even in adverse conditions, with superior comfort. It is tough, durable and reliable and reflects state of the art design, materials and process technology. Design It is manufactured using the latest specification aramid fibre, bound in a thermoplastic resin matrix. The unique RBR process ensures a homogeneous, resilient structure ideally suited for ballistic applications. The helmet has a smooth conformal shape with no protrusions, sharp contour changes or snagging hazards. It is of low bulk and mass. It is coated with an epoxy paint system giving durable finish. The edge is covered with a low profile neoprene rubber extrusion, which provides a forgiving and neat finish. The hard sharp edge of the helmet moulding can soon look untidy with the day to day knocks and bumps of service life. Also, it can cause damage to other less durable items. The rubber edge trim prevents this from happening. The helmet is fitted with an fully adjustable harness system, which can be released and removed in just a few minutes by unfastening 5 screws. A comfort pad is fitted at the brow. This is covered with leather for perspiration absorption and comfort. It features a low section for maximum compatibility with sighting systems.
The harness is a four strap system with full adjustment for wearing height. It features a crown pad for comfort. The nape pad is fully adjustable to accommodate a variety of head lengths. This also provides added security of fit, resisting roll off during periods of high activity. A three point chinstrap provides optimum retention. It incorporates sufficient adjustment to allow for gas masks and a large variety of head shapes and sizes. The adjusters are quick and easy to operate. A chincup is integral with the chinstrap and is fitted with an easy clean plastic chin cup. The chin strap features a press stud fastener for simplicity and reliability.
The Combat Mark II
The Mark II has the same features and profile as the original Combat
but with a more distinct line around the ears. This style provides more
flexibility in the utilization of the various kinds of communication systems in
use today.
| Ballistic Level |
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V50
- 17 grain fragment 650m/s (2140ft) - Bullet resistant to NIJ Level
IIIA - 9mm Remington @ 426 ms-1 (1400fts-1) - 44
Mag @ 426 ms-1 (1400fts-1) |
| Color |
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The helmet is coated with
an epoxy paint system. Standard colors are Black, UN Blue and Olive Drab.
Other colours are available on request. |
| Size |
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Two basic helmet sizes
are offered: Medium and Large. The helmet will fit the central 95%ile head
sizes. The medium fits head sizes 53 to 59cm and the large from 57 to
63cm. |
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Weight |
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1.25
kg / 3 lbs. |
| Materials |
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All
materials selected for this helmet are suitable for purpose. RBR has been
using these materials for some time and has full confidence in their
selection. A certificate of conformance and ballistic test data from the
manufacturers supports the aramid fabric. |
| Armour |
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Aramid plain weave |
| Paint |
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Epoxy/Polyurethane finish |
| Webbing |
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Nylon to UK/SC/3632E,
Cotton to DEF Stan 83-58/1 |
| Leather
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BS3144 cow hide |
| Sewing thread |
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BS
6157 Ticket 36, Stitch to BS3870 Part1 Type 301 |
| Plastic fittings |
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Nylon, LDPE or acetal |
| Press studs |
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Black brass alloy |
| Bolts |
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Chemi-black
stainless steel, Inserts brass |
| Guarantee |
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Materials and workmanship for a period of 2 years. The
company will also guarantee the performance of new helmets held in storage
for extended periods of up to 15 years, provided that the conditions are
dry, maintained between -20°C and +50°C, and protected from the extremes
of weather conditions. Repair is by replacement. The following items are
available as spare parts: 3 point chinstrap and harness assembly - Each
of the spare parts listed can be removed and the new item fitted in less
than 5 minutes. |
| Quality
Assurance |
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Quality system approved BS EN ISO 9002 and welcomes customer
inspection of our facilities. |
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