Here at Hard Head Veterans, we are naturally partial to our own High Cut Ballistic helmet the ATE Ballistic, but we will be the first to admit that there are other great products out there. We kept this review as unbiased as possible. The research conducted to analyze and compare these high cut ballistic helmets was in depth and based not only off initial impressions and hard data, but also off of the experiences of numerous Special Operations members, Police Officers, and industry experts.
Ready to head out and purchase a high cut or FAST® helmet? Make sure to check out our matrix above for our top 6 high cut type ballistic helmets and the pros and cons of each!
If you are looking for additional information about shopping for a ballistic helmet, continue reading our shopping guide below.
Types of Ballistic Helmets
When it comes to helmets that soldiers and police wear in modern times there are three types you will hear most often, and they refer to the shape or design of the helmet: PASGT, MICH/ECH/LWH, High-Cut, FAST®, Above The Ear