The CSC26 is the latest special operations helmet. This helmet was developed for the U.S. Army's airborne special operations units. They realized that in confined spaces like airplanes and helicopters, they needed a helmet much smaller than the PASGT or PASCUT. Furthermore, these helmets did not allow the use of an intercom system, so the CSC26 was redesigned to meet both comfort and adaptability requirements.
In addition, the CSC26 includes special Picatinny rails and an integrated night vision goggle mount. This makes attaching a night vision device with an NVG mount quick and easy. Furthermore, the side rails can accommodate flashlights, IR signaling systems, and any other type of Picatinny accessory.
It provides great coverage at the back to ensure greater protection at the base of the head.
Tests, trials, approvals
The CSC26 helmet has NIJ certification as well as V50 anti-fragmentation testing and several others that are attached in this technical report.
Structure design;
The CSC26 has been designed to offer the best protection/weight ratio, without being uncomfortable with the ballistic protection vest and at the same time allowing the comfortable use of long guns and intercom.
Composition:
The helmet is manufactured using a proprietary “composite” system of pressing aramid fabric and ultra high molecular density polyethylene (UHMW-PE), which gives it excellent weight, ballistic and impact protection and fire retardancy.
Ballistic performance
The CSC26 ACH caco has been designed to comply with NIJ standard 0106.01, and has been tested with projectiles as follows:
.44 Magnum SJHP with a mass of 15.6 g and a velocity of 436 m/s
.357 Magnum JSP with mass 8.1 g and velocity 448 m/s
.357 Magnum JSP with mass 10.2 g and velocity 436 m/s
9mm FMJ RN with mass 8.0 g and speed 398 m/s
.40 S&W FMJ with mass 11.7 g and velocity 352 m/s
Maximum ballistic performance.
The CSC26 helmet has also been subjected to the following test, which consists of four 9mm shots, as detailed below, and of course without penetration.
NIJ Projectile Mass (grains) Max. velocity ft/sec (m/sec) Number of impacts
IIIA 9mm FMJ 124 1450 (442) 4
Performance in the face of fragmentation
The ACH helmet has been designed to comply with MIL-STD-662F as follows:
FSP fragment mass (Grains) V50 Ft/sec (m/sec)
17 2132(650)
Low-speed impact performance
The ACH helmet has been designed to guarantee the user's protection against low-speed object impacts according to EN 397
Object
Mass
Fall height
Residual force
Metal ball, 50 mm in diameter
5.0 kg
1000 mm
< 5.0 kg.
Color
The CSC26 helmet is available in matte black. Optionally, it can be supplied in sand, military green, and blue according to customer specifications. Please inquire about minimum order quantities for these optional colors.
Technical specifications;
It meets NIJ Level IIIA ballistic protection standards.
Meets NATO STANAG 2920 standard for fragment resistance. FSP 17 grains, V50 700 m/s.
Military standard Picatinny rail.
Universal NVG mount.
Padded inner lining for better stability and adjustable harness to various sizes.
MIL Nylon straps with cross-weave for better support.
Padded neck support.
Adjustable size to fit virtually all head sizes, thanks to the adjustable internal suspension system.
We optionally offer extra-sized case sizes.
Color: Matte black. Other colors available upon request.
Shell weight 1.55 kg.
