Tony Grist
Tactical Concealment LLC, has developed the Arctic Warfare System of concealment items In a collaborative effort with Sniper Dynamics LLC,.
Featuring Sniper Dynamic’s new StalkLand VOID Arctic concealment pattern, the Arctic Warfare System has been designed using end-user input, offering an effective Arctic terrain individual visual & nIR spectrum signature reduction solution.
StalkLand VOID was developed in collaboration with Brookwood Roll Goods, a leading U.S. textile manufacturer. The product uses Brookwood’s “Eclipse” 2-ply Durable Water Resistant (DWR) coated 70D textile as the base material. This same Eclipse fabric is currently utilized as the exterior shell material for the U.S. Army’s Gen 3 Level 7 Parka.
The Arctic Warfare System features three primary item sets meticulously designed to offer a total of five distinctive variations. Each variation aims to deliver a diverse array of concealment solutions, catering to various operational needs in challenging Arctic environments.
– Cobra
– Surgeon
– Helmet Cover
TC Cobra Hood
The Cobra Hood combines Tactical Concealment’s proven Cobra design with Over-White-Weight textiles to create a highly effective, breathable, and lightweight option. It features easy access for the end user to the lower chest mounted kit, removable sleeves, and an oversized hood that accommodates larger dual-tube night vision goggles (NVGs) such as the PVS-31. The Cobra is available in both sewn-on and removable hood variations.
To address the extreme cold of Arctic conditions, which can drop to -30°F, the traditional Cobra ITW Fastex buckle chest closures have been replaced with ITW metal G-Hooks. Additionally, based on input from cold-weather subject matter experts, all Velcro fastenings have been replaced with button configurations.
TC Surgeon Hood
The Surgeon hood is specifically designed for snipers and reconnaissance personnel. It features a bar-tacked white
550-cord grid for attaching jute and natural vegetation. Additionally, the Surgeon includes an integrated hook-and-loop quick-disconnect veil for enhanced concealment of precision weapon platforms or observation equipment.
TC Helmet Covers
The Arctic Warfare System offers two variations of helmet covers: the Recce and the Assaulter. Both are designed to fit a Gentex / Ops Core High-Cut ballistic helmet and have been confirmed to fit over a medium/large USMC-issued ECH.
The Recce was designed for maximum user concealment and features a grid made from 550 cord with bar-tacked points. It also includes quick-disconnect mounting points for vegetation, crafted from 550 cord and cord locks. Additionally, a roll-over, one-wrap cable management system has been integrated along the top left and right sides of the cover, as well as a rear loop section for securing NVG battery packs.
The Assaulter was designed with infantry troops and close-quarterscombat in mind. It provides ample space for mounting various items such as flags, unit identifier patches, IFF strobes, rear NVG battery packs, cameras, and other equipment that users may choose to attach to their helmets based on their operational needs.
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