Tactical Vests

MOLLE RECON VEST

A MOLLE platform vest with the ability to carry a ceramic body armor plate inside. The shoulders offer MBSS attachment points and can be positioned straight over or, for a more secure fit, can be crossed in the back. When looking for a simpler, lower profile system, the front bib folds down out of the way. Currently used by Navy SEAL, Army Special Forces.

Picture from manufacture website, and reader.

Navy SEAL chest Harness

One of the latest Navy SEAL chest harness. Features: H-harness, multiple mag pouches, GP pouches, grenade pouch, radio pouch and internal compartments. 

Picture from reader.

Army SF Customized LBV

A very special customized LBV of a retired Army SF operator. The LBV is modified with heavy webbing and rappel hardwares for rappel or SPIE purposes. Besides, some LBV pouches were replaced by a pistol holster and pistol mag pouches.

Picture from Mr. Chris. Special Thanks!

SF Assault Vest

Similar to DOAV, but come with detachable front panels, back MOLLE PALS system, and internal compartments. Each front panel has multiple mag pouches and utility pouches. Believed to be used by Army SF or Air Force special op units.

Picture from readers.

USAF customized LBV

USAF Special Op customized LBV. The Left panel of a normal LBV is modified into a CCT LBV style: with a PRC radio pouch, flash light pocket and a small GP pouch. 

Picture from readers.

HRT Assault Vest

HRT Assault Vest system. This is one of the old style vest systems used by Special Forces. Modular pouches design, assault backpack. 

Army SF Assault Vest, Delta?

A very special Army SF assault vest of 1980s to 1990s. The vest is made of heavy nylon materials. Features:  built-in extraction / rappel harness system,  three straps at the back for size fitting, various magazines and utility pouches. We have been told it may be one of the vests used by Delta in the late 1980s to 1990s. 

USAF CCT LBV

Thank you for Mr. Tom. We finally have some picture about this famous vest. You have probably seen the vest in many text books. This is the well known USAF CCT  LBV, All panels are buckle attached, many pouches at front panels, left penal have a  radio pouches for PRC-148 or PRC-126 radio. Really special !

Pictures from Mr. Tom. Special Thanks!

Eagles SF Chest Harness

Pictures shows a special customized chest harness made by Eagle industries. Features: chest M4/AK pouches, large size side utility pouches, internal map compartment, modular backpack. 

Pictures from Mr. Danny. Special Thanks!

SF Chest Rig

Special Force Chest Rig. Three M4 pouches with pistol mag pouches at the front, two side radio pouches and two utility pouches. 

Pictures from Mr. Danny. Special Thanks!

Navy SEAL flotation vest

Navy SEAL combat flotation vest, 1990s. Various utility and magazine pouches at the front, radio pouches at the back, inner flotation panels, buckles for medium size backpack (ABA type). 

Pictures from Mr. Danny, Special Thanks!

SoTech Hell Cat Specials

Various special customized Hell-cat chest rig with back panels. See pictures!

Pictures from readers.

Force Recon Chest Rig

Customized Force Recon Chest Rig. Three front magazine pouches, two side utility pouch, and abdominal utility pouch. The operator attaches a strobe light at the right shoulder strap.

Pictures from Force Recon Demo.

Experimental CMVS

Experimental Combat medic vest system. It is the earlier version of the current CMVS. 

Pictures from readers.

USAF PJ ABA Vest Set 

Woodland Camo ABA vest of USAF PJs. Assault vest with modular pouches, drop leg mag pouches, holster, and backpack.

Pictures from readers.

Army SF Chest Rig 

A custom-made chest rig of an Army Special Force operator. Features: QD shoulder strap, M4 mag pouches, utility pouch with light stick holder, add-on pistol 4-mag pouch, headset PTT switch, internal pistol holster, and radio pouch. A super-nice chest rig.

Pictures from lightfighter Inc. Special Thanks!

SF RRV vest 

Special force RRV tactical vest. Multiple rifle and pistol mag pouch. front zipper / buckle closure, ALICE attachment bar at the back.

Pictures from a reader. Special thanks!

CCT ABA vest  

USAF CCT ABA vest. Traditional ABA modular vest with an additional front buckle and a grenade pouch at waist. 

Pictures from a reader. Special thanks!

QRV Modular Tactical Vest  

QRV modular tactical vest. This vest was used by US Army Special forces in 1980s. It has modular magazine pouches, assault backpack and extra extra rappelling harness build-in.

Pictures: from a surplus store owner.

SOTECH Chest LBC  

SOTECH load bearing carriers, created for US Army Special Forces.

These carrier is  MOLLE compatible, front and back panels, optional front opening design. As you can see in the pictures, layers of magazines can be stored between the panels. A very nice design.   

Picture and info from Mr. Jim (SOTECH). Special thanks!

LBV customized  

Military customized LBV. Right and left panel is modified into 40mm pouches and mag pouches.

Picture from reader. Special thanks!

TAC-V10 SF Vest  

TAC-V10 SF Vest of the US Army Special Forces. Multi-pouches for magazines, grenades, gas mask, camalbak, and other equipments. Features: Fully adjustable for different body sizes, zipper or buckle closure.

Pictures: from tactical company and US Army website.

Navy Tactical Flotation Vest  

Tactical flotation vest of US navy SEAL, Navy boat units. Also used by navy security units and coast guards. Features: front zipper closure, build-in floatation foam, multiple pouches, and build-in pistol holster. 

Pictures: from tactical company and Navy news.

UK SAS Assault Vest   

Pictures show the famous SAS assault vest of the 1970s. It is often recognized as a symbol of the SAS anti-terrorism team. Equipped with knife pouch, magazine pouches, and grenade pouches.

Pictures: from a UK reader, special thanks!

UK SAS Assault Vest

Pictures show another SAS assault vest of the 1970s. Equipped with magazine pouches, holster, grenade pouch, and a small backpack.

Pictures: from a UK reader, special thanks!

HSGI Tactical Gear

Pictures show various HSGI tactical products. We are totally impressed by their great designs and workmanship. Mr. Gene, the super-nice president, told us "High Speed Gear" is the end-products of years of custom gear-making experience and extensive input from the real operators. 

Actually, what impressed us is not only the gears, but also their friendly attitude and the unique service. HSGI are able to offer customers those "special touches" that the larger companies can rarely give. Just told them what you want, and they will built it for you! 

Pictures from: Mr. Gene from HSGI and Mr. Brad from lightfighter.com. Special thanks! Check the below websites for further information.

www.lightfighter.com 

www.highspeedgearinc.com

ELCS

Equipment Load Carrying Subsystem (ELCS): The modular pocketing and harness system (H-Harness or Vest) allows mission tailoring of load and system configuration. Pictures show the carrying bag, the modular vest (Woodland Camo, and Desert Camo version), the different modular pouches and the concealable buoyant foam. 

The ELCS is compatible with the SPEAR Body Armor and Backpack Subsystem, and provides optimum compatibility with individual equipment and weapons. The positive buoyant ELCS comes in one size, and features easy adjustments for shoulder, waist, and chest.

Pictures and info: from Natick, readers, and Specwarcom. Special thanks!

Navy SEAL Assault Vest

Wow! Yes ! This is the assault vest in the "SEAL Boarding manual". It is used by Navy SEAL during the 1990 in boarding operations. Different from other ABA vest, it is a snap closure vest, and it has build-in radio pouch and a utility pouch.   

Picture: from a collector, thanks!

Customized RACK

This is a customized RACK of a US Army. The whole RACK has built tougher, all snaps are covered, pull-straps, name tag, and pace-counter are added. 

Picture: from a US Army.

Israel Assault Vest

The new Israel assault vest. Super load bearing capacity with multiple mag/utility pouches, also comes with an assault backpack. 

Picture: from a reader.

Desert ABA  

A 6 color desert camo modular ABA vest ! Comes with backpack, holster, drop leg mag pouch and radio pouch. 

Picture: from a reader.

Army SF Vest  

Tactical vest used by US Army Special Forces. It is basically a LBV with harness build-in. It is also compatible with camelbak system. It is a very tough and quite complicated vest. 

Pictures: from a reader (US Army veteran). Special thanks to him. 

Army SF Medic Vest  

Tactical medic vest used by US Army Special Forces. Multiple pouches for medic gear and medications. Modular attachment bar at the back for additional pouches or gear.  

Pictures: from a reader (US Army veteran). Special thanks to him. 

SOTECH Tactical Vests 

SOTECH tactical vests are made by the strongest and longest lasting materials. Designs are very innovative and are born in the mind of SOTECH designers and their customers. Their goal is to design and organized system where a soldier's load can be distributed comfortably across the body but still be accessed while during missions. Their customers include FBI, US Army Special Forces, and SWAT teams. 

Pictures show the various SOTECH assault vests and tactical gear. The designs are extremely user friendly. The materials are excellent. They also do custom works too.

Pictures & Information: From SOTECH. Special thanks to Mr. Jim Cragg, the friendly SOTECH president.

For info: pls visit www.specialforces.com

Airsave Vest  

Airsave vest is designed for USAF. It is able to integrate with soft and hard body armor, chemical protective systems, oxygen systems, flotation systems, and survival equipment. MOLLE compatible. It comes with 2 version: HELO version and TACAIR version. Pictures show HELO version (with hoisting harness).

 Information: from manufacturer's newsletter.

LBV-Spec ops  

Special Ops LBV vest, tan color. Pouches on both shoulder pads and at the hip are of the vest. Used by US Special Forces.

Information: from private collector.

LBV-USAF SF  

USAF Special Forces LBV vest, camo color with additional pouches and modification made.

Information: from private collector.

ABA Camo Tac-Vest 

Woodland camo ABA tactical vest with drop leg holster and utility pouch! A dual pistol mag pouch also mounted on the left shoulder.

Pictures: from a reader.

ABA Shotgun Tac-Vest 

ABA tactical shotgun vest. Features: fixed pouch design, zipper front closure, 2 upper utility pouches, 4 shotgun magazine pouches. Used by US special forces and SWAT teams. Bottom right picture: Camo ABA backpack without side pouches.

Pictures:  from a collector.

ABA Modular Tac-Vest  

This is the later version of the ABA modular tactical vest. Similar design as above, but with zipper front closure. Different types of modular magazine pouches are available, e.g. MP5, M16 and M14. This vest was very popular among SWAT and US Special Forces (e.g. SEALs, Army special forces, and USAF special forces).

Pictures: from a collector and an Ex-SWAT officer.

MOLLE II System  

The improved version of the original MOLLE system. Pictures: flighting load-bearing vest, patrol pack and a rucksack. 

Information: from military newsletter and manufacturer newsletter.

CMVS  

Combat Medic Vest System: contains a combat medic vest and a combat medic resupply bag. MOLLE compatible. 

Information: from manufacturer's newsletter.

ABA Tactical Vest  

This is a old version of the ABA modular tactical vest. Features: snap front opening, modular pouches, handcuff pouch at left shoulder, and has a assault backpack. Lower pictures: ABA vest + TP1E body armor.

Pictures: from a collector.

ABA Tactical Vest

ABA tactical vest, fixed pouch version. 

Pictures: from a collector.

ABA Tactical Gear  

Pictures show the tactical accessories of the ABA tactical vest.

Pictures: from a collectors and surplus store owner.

ABA Tactical Back Pack

ABA tactical back pack attaches to ABA tactical vest by 4 straps with end buckles. The back pack consists of a main compartment, two side pockets with covers and internal draw string liner with cordlock.

Pictures: from a collector.

Tactical Floatation Vest  

Tactical floatation vest. It has inner floatation panels, 3 M-16 magazine pouches, radio pouch, equipment attachment bars and 4 buckles for backpack attachment. It was used by US Navy SEALs during gulf war period.

Pictures: from a retaired SEAL.

USAF Special Force Vest  

Pictures: Tactical vests used by USAF CCT/ PJs. 

Information and pictures: from collectors and tactical companies.

SOMAV Vest  

One of famous vests of US Navy SEAL. It is a modular vest system with different modular magazine panels. Pictures show the vest with two first aid/ utility  pouches at the top and two M-16 mag pouches at the bottom.

Pictures: from a collector.

Tactical Vest  

The typical tactical vest that issued to US special forces.

Pictures: from a surplus store owner.

QRV Modular Tactical Vest

QRV modular tactical vest. This vest was used by US Army Special forces. it has modular magazine pouches, assault backpack and extra extra rappelling harness build-in.

Pictures: from a surplus store owner.

SOE Tactical Vests

SOE tactical vests are designed with the input from US Navy SEALs, USMC Force Recon operators and SWAT members. They fit flush over body armor, rappelling or SPIE GEAR. The vests were designed around CQB weaponry such as the MP5, M16, 12 Ga. shotgun, M16/M203 combination. 

Pictures: from a magazines and a collector.

LBT Tactical Vests

LBT tactical gear are very popular among US Special Forces and SWAT teams. Innovative designs with top quality workmanship! Top and middle row pictures show the LBT vests of SEALs.

Pictures: from US Navy Demo, tactical equipment shops and LBT websites.

Blackhawk Tactical Vest

BH tactical vests is extremely versatile, functional and efficient. Vest is CamelBak compatible and the webbing on the back is to attach gear with Alice clips or duty pouches for convenient fit and exchange of gear and pouches. BH vests are currently used by various US special forces and SWAT teams. Top pictures: a BH tactical vest of US Navy SEALs.

Pictures: from US Navy Demo, tactical company and BH websites.

Chest Magazine Carrier

Chest magazine carrier is a very popular piece of rig among US Special Forces. Pictures show the various chest magazine carriers of US Navy SEALs. Usually one chest magazine carrier is able to hold 8 to 10 magazines.

Pictures: from US Navy Demo.

MOLLE System  

The Modular Lightweight Load-carrying Equipment (MOLLE) System is a joint service item designed and developed to incorporate the requirements of the Army and Marines. The MOLLE consists of a modular rucksack, a fighting load bearing vest that can accept removable pockets. The modularity allows individuals to tailor the load to meet mission needs. 

Information: from military newsletter and manufacturer newsletter.

RACK  

The Ranger Assault Carrying Kit (RACK). It is a modular load bearing chest carrier. Fully MOLLE compatible. The RACK is the currently used by US Army Rangers. 

Information: from tactical company, magazines and manufacturer's website.

Modular Assault Vest  

Modular Assault Vest (MAV): Another chest load bearing carrier. Comes with different modular pouches. It can be "ditched" in a hurry. The vest body also has a Velcro pocket for storing maps or survival gear. 

Information: from manufacturer newsletter.

FMCO Tactical Vest

FMCO tactical vests, different weaponry combination and load bearing combination.

Information: from manufacturer newsletter.

Military LBV  

US GI Load Bearing Vest. Pictures show an enhanced version with an added drag handle and BTS/ALICE clip compatible loops for additional carry capability.

Lower picture shows a rare ABA military LBV, in desert camo.

Information: from surplus store website and a collector.

Military M203 Vest

US military M203 vest holds M203 40mm rounds.

Pictures: from surplus store.

ATF Tactical Vest

The tactical vest of ATF.

Picture: from a collector.

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