MICH/ECH HHV BTE® Ballistic Helmet

Name: MICH/ECH HHV BTE® Ballistic Helmet
Brand: Hard Head Veterans
Price: 370.5 USD
Availability: InStock

$ 370.50

The ability to communicate effectively is paramount in many military operations. The Modular Integrated Communications Helmet (MICH) can be a lifesaver during intense combat situations. The United States Army Soldier Systems Center developed the MICH helmet two decades ago to be the next generation in military headgear. They've since gained widespread use by other service branches.

The MICH is a helmet that can stop handgun rounds and offer reliable protection against shrapnel and falling debris. The low-cut design provides better coverage for the side of the head than an above-the-ear (ATE) model. These helmets also feature a lip by the ear to accommodate headsets and other communications devices.

MICH Helmet NIJ Level IIIA Ballistic Helmet with Below The Ear. The HHV BTE® Ballistic Helmet has become the standard for Military, Law Enforcement, and Security Personnel.

The BTE® Ballistic Helmet shell is pressed with with ballistic fibers from Dupont®(USA) or Teijin®(Netherlands), overseas in China. Providing best-in-class protection at an affordable price. Made from DuPont™ Kevlar®. The Helmet offers significant weight savings, with the BTE® weighing in at 2.60 - 3.3 lbs. We offer this BTE helmet in a basic configuration for single purchases, but can offer shrouds, and other upgrades on bulk purchases.

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Great product, great customer service

We reached out about ordering 13 helmets for our RTF teams. The customer service team answered all of our questions in a timely manner. We also received a timely quote and had no issues placing the order. We received our helmets and are very happy with the product. Helmets seem significantly lighter and have double the shelf life as our old helmets. Would highly recommend.

Great Helmet, Stop emailing

Helmets awesome, but these guys email you like 4 times a day. Like for real, I expected better from a veteran owned company. Get out of my inbox.

Peace of mind

No amount of insurance or warranty coverage can replace your brain. In the hopes that this helmet is never needed and it is there just in case, I can have peace of mind whether or not there is peace elsewhere. Thank you for helping protect what is most dear to me.

Great

Feels great, light for a ach

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MICH PLUS HELMET SIZE CHART

BTE (MICH/ECH) Sizing	Small	Medium	Large	Large/XL
Head/Hat Size (US)	Up to 7 1/4	7 1/4 - 7 3/4	7 3/4 - 8 1/4	8 1/4 and up
Head Circumference (in)	Up to 21 1/4	21 1/4 - 22 1/2	22 1/2 - 23 1/2	23 1/2 and up
Weights	3.04 LBS	3.25 LBS	3.41 LBS	3.61 LBS

WHAT TESTING IS MOST IMPORTANT?

When it comes to ensuring a tactical helmet performs there are no shortcuts. There is more than a simple resistance to penetration test, and they are best performed in a laboratory. Military helmets worn by our troops must pass a strenuous string of lab tests before a contract is even awarded. We use these same tests for the baseline of our helmets, then meet and exceed them. Any tactical ballistic helmet you ever consider purchasing should at the very least have satisfactory RTP (Resistance To Penetration), BTD (commonly referred to as Backface Deformation), V50, and Blunt Impact test data for review upon request from the manufacturer. We like to go a step further and publish this information directly on our website for review!

ATE® GEN2 BALLISTIC TESTING DATA

BALLISTIC PENETRATION TEST DATA

V50 BALLISTIC LIMIT TEST DATA

RTP / BTD TEST DATA

BLUNT IMPACT TEST DATA

COMPRESSION TEST DATA

V50 BALLISTIC TESTING INFORMATION

Is defined as the average of an equal number of highest partial penetration velocities and the lowest complete penetration velocities which occur within a specified velocity spread. In simple terms, you are testing the ballistic limits of the tactical helmet.

Process:

The tactical helmet is mounted to head form with 2024-T3 Alum witness plate.
The helmet is fired upon. Typically starting with a high starting velocity, then decreasing powder charge and velocities to produce complete, partial and no penetrations.
High partial and low complete penetrations are recorded. V50 velocity is then calculated.

Performance

NIJ Level IIIA (9mm FMJ ⁄ 44mag) Threats
17gr FSP Fragmentation Protection: V-50 rating of 2,250 ft's
AR/PD 10-02 Rev. A (avg 83.0 G) Blunt Impact Performance
BFD: 9mm @1400 ft/s 15mm (Crown) , 13.3mm (Sides), 14.8mm (Front), and 8.5mm (Rear); Additional BFD Testing .40 S&W; 5.2mm and 12.5mm. .45 Auto 11.1mm and 17.6mm
Compression & Environmental Testing: Ambient, Cold -60° F, Hot +160° F. Dry & Wet.

BTD/BFD TESTING INFORMATION

Helmet BFD is measured by the non-perforating ballistic impacts from RTP testing. It is defined as the maximum depth in the post-impact clay surface at the predetermined impact location as measured from the original clay surface.

Process

After mounting the helmet on the head form and mounting the head form in the test fixture, the tactical helmet is removed from the head form, and the clay surface is scanned with a laser.
The helmet is then reattached to the head form and the shot taken.
The tactical helmet is again removed from the headform, inspected for penetration and perforation, and the clay is rescanned with the laser to calculate BFD.

BLUNT IMPACT TESTING INFORMATION

Helmet blunt impact testing is designed to measure the protection against realistic blunt impact threats including falls, parachute drops, and motor vehicle crashes.

Process:

Tactical helmet is positioned on a monorail drop tower.
Helmet is dropped on different impact sites. (Crown, Front, Back, Right, Nape, Left Nape, Left Lateral, Right Lateral).
Peak acceleration is measured (G's)

If MICH helmets offer the best protective solution for your organization, Hard Head Veterans can provide the right gear for your needs. Our BTE (below the ear) product has become the standard for the military, law enforcement and security personnel. This revolutionary helmet features a tough DuPont Kevlar shell that offers superior head protection. And at a weight of only 2.6 to 3.3 pounds, it ensures you'll experience maximum freedom of movement and comfort while in the field.

This product also qualifies as an enhanced combat helmet (ECH) when used with our up-armor plates for true rifle threat protection

Users want to know that their helmets will keep them safe when it matters the most. Our MICH helmets check all the boxes regarding the relevant testing requirements in critical areas such as ballistic, impact, fragment and blunt impact performance. While other manufacturers may claim that their helmets will defeat threats, HHV has the testing data to back it up. You can trust that your headgear will respond to the challenge during the most extreme combat conditions.

At HHV, we believe that a helmet must be comfortable and fit correctly. We've installed Slow Rebound Memory Foam padding in our MICH helmet that eliminates hot spots and prevents fatigue during periods of extended wear. It also allows the wearer to reposition it as conditions change. Other built-in comfort features include an adjustable rear support and chin strap.

Speaking of fit, we offer this MICH Kevlar helmet in multiple sizes, ensuring you can find the right match for your head. If you're not sure whether a small, medium, large or large/extra-large is right for you, the guidelines in the sizing chart below can help. You can either use your hat size or head circumference (when measured around the temples and above the ears) when making your choice.

If your measurement falls in between two sizes, we recommend using the higher figure. We also allow you to exchange an improperly fitting helmet if needed.

We offer our MICH helmets in several colors to ensure your headgear meets your unique operational and environmental requirements. Select from tan, black and olive drab green. Red matte and white are also available for EMS and bulk fire purchases.

When you buy MICH helmets or anything else from Hard Head Veterans, you don't have to worry about breaking your budget. We strive to offer our equipment for sale at reasonable prices — we've been in your shoes, so we know that funds are tight for many organizations these days. We also believe that no one should have to do without lifesaving protection because the cost is prohibitive.

When you choose Hard Head Veterans for helmets and accessories, you'll receive excellent service from a veteran-owned small business. Our team consists of current and past military personnel, including veterans of our most recent conflicts. We understand the threats you face because we've been there ourselves. We use this insight to design and manufacture superior products you can trust in the most challenging situations.

You can order helmets or anything else from HHV online 24 hours a day. If you have questions or need more information about our products, feel free to email us at info@hardheadveterans.com.

MICH/ECH HHV BTE® Ballistic Helmet

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