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Ballistic Helmet ATE® Lite HHV

Name: Ballistic Helmet ATE® Lite HHV
Brand: Hard Head Veterans
SKU: ATELITE_BLK_S/M
Price: 1199.99 USD
Availability: InStock

$ 1,199.99

$ 1,654.99

-27%

The HHV ATE® Lite is an ultralight ballistic helmet that doesn't sacrifice protection for weight. The helmet shell (1.6lbs) is made up of UHMWPE and aramid fibers, and utilizes our patent pending Micro Lattice Pads to increase comfort and decrease backface deformation. Proudly made in Sweetwater, Texas the ATE Lite is the next generation for the ATE lineup from Hard Head Veterans.

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WHAT'S INCLUDED

Above The Ear (ATE) high-cut helmet shell made from UHMWPE and next generation aramid fibers.
Micro Lattice Padding System (Conforms naturally to the user's head while providing airflow and increased protection from blunt and ballistic impacts) (Explainer Video)
A3S Lite Shroud (only 32 grams) compatible with standardized NVG mounts from Wilcox to Norotos, M-LOK Tactical Helmet Accessory Rails utilizing the MAGPUL M-LOK® System (Rail System Video) with integrated hook bungees, and external hook and loop.
Quick Attach/Detach Magnetic Fidlock Suspension System with tightening ratchet. Allows for easy adjustment and single handed, gloved operation. (Strap Adjustment Video)
Module design for mission specific scalability with numerous HHV and 3rd party accessories. Rifle Rated Up-Armor, Picatinny Rails, Communications Rail Adapter Kits, Tactical and Ballistic Face Shields, Alternate padding and suspension kits. (Accessory Lineup Video)

PERFORMANCE & SPECS

NIJ Level IIIA (9mm FMJ ⁄ 44mag) Threats (3rd Party RTP Data)
17gr FSP Fragmentation Protection: V-50 rating of 2,500 ft's (3rd Party V50 Data)
AR/PD 10-02 Rev. A (avg 83.0 G) Blunt Impact Performance (3rd Party Blunt Impact Data)
BFD: 9mm @1400 ft/s 6.4mm (Crown) , 14.6mm (Sides), 8.9mm (Front), and 3.2mm (Rear); Additional BFD Testing .40 S&W; 5.5mm and 16.6mm. .45 Auto 14.4mm and 16.5mm (3rd Party BFD Data) (BFD Testing Video)
Compression & Environmental Testing: Ambient, Cold -60° F, Hot +160° F. Dry & Wet. (3rd Party Compression Data)

Testing Informational Videos:

Size, Coverage, System Weight (complete helmet minus pads; weight changes based on padding used):

Small 154.55 in² / 2.20 lbs (1.00 kg)
Medium 163.35 in² / 2.32 lbs (1.05 kg)
Large 170.74 in² / 2.37 lbs (1.07 kg)
XL 183.23 in²/ 2.52 lbs (1.14 kg)

PROPER FIT

Watch Video: How to Measure Your Head

Start by wrapping a measuring tape around the circumference of your head, just above your ears and eyebrows. Where the tape overlaps is your measurement.
No measuring tape? No problem! Use a piece of string to mark the overlap, then measure the string.
Use the size chart to find where your optimal tactical helmet size should be.
Also, don't worry if you choose the wrong size. We offer an easy exchange policy!

Helmet Size (Circumference): If you're between sizes or close to the next size, we recommend sizing down for a more secure fit.

Small < 20 1/4”
Medium 20 1/4" - 23 1/2”
Large 23 1/2" - 24 3/4”
XL > 24 3/4”

WARRANTY

Lifetime Warranty on Hard Components
10-Year Warranty on Shell Performance
1-Year Warranty on Soft Components
Battle Scars Warranty offers a helmet replacement if our product has saved your life.

Please note that our warranty does not cover normal wear and tear, misuse, abuse, or improper storage of your ballistic helmet.

SHIPPING & RETURNS

Same-Day Shipping on in-stock items: Place your order before the daily cutoff time, and we'll ship it out to you on that very day. In cases where a product is out of stock, we take pride in offering faster lead times than our competitors, so you can still expect a speedy delivery.

Exchanges & Returns: Be sure to inspect your new helmet carefully when you receive it — if you notice any defects or are dissatisfied with it for any reason, send it back to us within 30 days for a hassle-free exchange or refund.

Protector Exclusive Discounts

After purchasing one of our helmets, you will receive an email with the following discounts:

10% off up to $1500 on night vision from Armasight
$260 off body armor from Adept Armor
15% off at High Speed Gear
7% off at Comm Gear Supply (Headsets, etc)
10% off code at Mira Safety Gas Masks
10% off at Gallow Technologies
10% off HOP Munitions Ammo

Same Day Shipping

In stock items ship same day on orders placed before 10:00AM CST.

Hassle-Free Exchanges & Returns

Return any item in new condition within 30 days, no questions asked.

Tested by Accredited Laboratories

We only use 3rd-party labs accredited by the NIJ or ANSI.

10-Year Warranty

Enjoy peace of mind with a shell performance warranty that lasts for a decade.

Lifetime Repairs

We stand by our products, offering a lifetime warranty for hard components.

Same Day Shipping

In stock items ship same day on orders placed before 10:00AM CST.

Hassle-Free Exchanges & Returns

Return any item in new condition within 30 days, no questions asked.

Tested by Accredited Laboratories

We only use 3rd-party labs accredited by the NIJ or ANSI.

10-Year Warranty

Enjoy peace of mind with a shell performance warranty that lasts for a decade.

Lifetime Repairs

We stand by our products, offering a lifetime warranty for hard components.

Great fit, sizing is just like the turtle shell, snug and comfortable though

Awesome helmet. Extremely light and comfortable.

Ballistic Helmet ATE® Lite HHV

I brought it back a star for only one reason. The retention strap is designed funky. The chin cup can center on your chin, but you have to adjust the grommets to do so and awkwardly adjust the buckles at various and uneven locations. The right side strap that is nearest to your cheek pretty much lays straight on the front of your cheek bone with the strap in your field of view and angling forward instead of straight down. The left strap where the magnetic buckle lies goes the opposite direction back towards the rear of your jaw. No matter what I did to get the straps straight, the chin cup would be way off center and most towards the buckle making it incredibly uncomfortable. Even the instructional video showed the chin cup was off center on the instructor. My opinion, the left side temple strap needs to be adjusted back roughly 1.5” from the chin cup along the jaw strap and it will end up center. My suggestion is to get the WENDY retention strap with the BOA system as it is far superior, lines up even with all straps and adjusting buckles and does not block your field of visibility. Other than that, the helmet slaps and I love the mesh pads as it breathes amazingly well. Plus, they give you a Rambo headband and a skully to mitigate the “waffle skin” effect for those that don’t have hair that goes down to their eyebrows or are bald.

great helmet!

It's very light but you can tell from the construction it's made very well. I haven't had an opportunity to use it yet, but I have no doubt it will serve me well when needed.

Awesome kit from Hard Head Vets!

When it comes to armored brain buckets I've always been a little weary of the civilian side of things. Knowing from the get go it was a bunch of fellow vets with quality looking product I pulled the trigger. Shipping was super fast(I've delt with ar500 and their notorious lead times), less that a week to my door step if I've got my time frames correct. But let's get down to the dope...

The micro lattice pads are a whole game changer, but unless you like your forehead looking like Gina's waffle cone at the diner, use the thoughtfully supplied skull cap or sweat band.

This thing is light weight! While I am an old psagt and first Gen mich vet, even after I loaded her down with nvgs and all my "geardo" **** it's still a good 1/3 of the weight of my psagt helmet.

The Velcro outer attachment points have solid glue backing that seems like it would stand the test of time. The HHV side rails are imo much MUCH nicer than arc/Wendy rails.

The quick release chinstrap and adjustments make on the fly changes quick and easy, and don't even get me started with the headband adjustment on these, rig stays on my melon while running, crawling and prone shooting. Only time I did decide that I needed the chin strap instead of John wanting it, was in the side by side and that was understandable. Absolutely love the whole kit.

Word of advice tho, if you're mounting comms/ear pro get the low profile adaptor from HHV. I DIDNT, but I immediately corrected this error.

Keep it upy friends! Quality product and I'm proud of y'all and have been spreading the good word on HHV!