A high-performance combat helmet that is rated to provide close to 5mm of back face signature for minimum ballistic trauma, Hard Shell's PASGT is a versatile choice among law enforcement and military personnel. The ever-reliable maximum coverage design ensures full ear and head protection, while the ultra lightweight profile makes all-day wear comfortable.
Hard Shell's PASGT is a combat helmet crafted from high-tenacity aramid fibers, offering excellent strength-to-weight ratio for all-day comfort. The advanced suspension system with 4-point chin strap and optional nape pad ensures perfect fit and stability. PASGT functions equally well in extreme conditions and is highly sought after for its maximum coverage design.

Hard Shell’s PASGT helmet is among the lightest in the industry with an exceptional strength-to-weight ratio. Unyielding under intense threat environments, it provides minimum ballistic trauma and maximum coverage for enduring performance
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PASGT helmet is a combat helmet which is used by the US military. First used in 1983, this helmet is also used by military of many other countries along with law enforcement agencies. A PASGT helmet is made having Kevlar layers protected by ballistic aramid fabric and treated with a phenolic resin system. This gives a PASGT helmet ability to protect against ballistic attacks and attacks from sharp objects.
PASGT is an acronym for Personnel Armor System for Ground Troops.
A PASGT helmet is used by military and law enforcement agencies in the United States and other countries to protect ground troops against gunshots and attacks from shrapnel.
A PASGT helmet is rated at threat level NIJ IIIA. It protects against sharp objects as well as ballistic threats.
The weight of a PASGT helmet varies depending On its size. A small size PASGT helmet may weight around 3.1 lb (1.41 Kg) and an extra large one of around 4.2 lb (1.91 Kg). So, we can say that the weight of a PASGT helmet could be between 1.41 Kg to 1.91 Kg.
Yes, PASGT helmet is a good option for military as it protects against ballistic threats as well as attacks from sharp objects. However, the US military and even in other countries, government agencies prefer a better version of these helmets i.e., MICH/ACH helmets. They are lightweight when compared to PASGT and have modular integrated communication systems. However, PASGT helmets are still used by US military reserve.
Yes, a PASGT helmet is bulletproof as it has been tested to ballistic level NIJ IIIA and also protect against tactical threats. It can provide protection against .357 Magnum, .44 Magnum, .9mm, and .40 S&W rounds.
Yes, military services in several countries including US military reserve still use PASGT helmet. However, they are mostly replaced by MICH/ACH helmets and in future, a PASGT helmet may completely be replaced.
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