Soft Ballistic Inserts for Helikon-Tex SAR
Soft Ballistic Inserts for Helikon-Tex SAR
K2 “Sprężyk” Soft Ballistic Inserts for the Helikon-Tex SAR Vest
The K2 “Sprężyk” soft ballistic inserts are designed as lightweight, flexible, and ergonomic protective elements intended for the Helikon-Tex SAR vest. This solution enhances the user’s safety by providing ballistic protection for the front of the torso and, optionally, the back, while maintaining the vest’s functionality.
The inserts meet the requirements of Class K2 according to PN-V-87000:2011, which corresponds to Level IIIA protection against selected threats as defined by NIJ 0101.06. They provide protection against pistol and revolver ammunition, including 7.62×25 mm TT at a velocity of 420 m/s ±15 m/s, as well as against selected fragmentation threats.
Additionally, the design of the K2 “Sprężyk” inserts was tested for resistance to penetration by a knife and a skewer in accordance with the requirements of NIJ 0115.00. The results confirmed that the samples were not penetrated in the tests conducted.
The K2 “Sprężyk” ballistic inserts were tested at the accredited WITU Laboratory for Small Arms and Protective Equipment Testing, which holds PCA accreditation No. AB 171. Four separate ballistic tests were conducted, each on two independent samples, under various environmental conditions: dry, after rainfall, at +50°C, and at −40°C.
Available protection options:
1. Set of front ballistic inserts (left + right)
A set of two contoured ballistic inserts designed to be placed in the front pockets of the Helikon-Tex SAR vest. This solution requires no additional structural modifications to the vest and provides protection for the front of the torso.
2. Rear Ballistic Insert – Back Protection
An additional ballistic insert designed to protect the user’s back. Due to the design of the Helikon-Tex SAR vest, its installation requires the creation of a dedicated pocket to ensure proper placement and secure retention of the insert.
3. Rear Ballistic Insert with Pocket Sewing Service
This option includes the production of a rear ballistic insert and modification of the vest by sewing on a specially designed protective pocket.
You can send your own Helikon-Tex SAR vest to ASTRIVA to have the necessary modifications made. This allows for custom fitting of the pocket to the vest’s design and ensures proper installation of the insert.
Advantages of this solution:
- Protection against pistol and revolver ammunition, as well as selected fragmentation threats.
- Additional resistance to stabbing with knives and skewers.
- Lightweight and flexible design that conforms to the user’s body shape.
- Option to expand protection with an additional back insert.
- Preservation of the functionality of the Helikon-Tex SAR vest.
- Option for individual customization of the vest at the ASTRIVA manufacturing facility.
Important Information:
This offer includes only ballistic inserts and, depending on the selected option, a vest modification service. The Helikon-Tex SAR vest is not included in the set.
If you purchase a rear ballistic insert, a suitable mounting pocket must be prepared. The customer may send the vest to ASTRIVA to have this modification made.
The K2 “Sprężyk” inserts are designed for rescue workers, law enforcement personnel, and other users of Helikon-Tex SAR vests who require additional ballistic protection without having to replace their existing equipment.