The CSC26 is the ultimate special operations helmet. This helmet was developed for the US Army's Airborne Special Intervention units. They found that in tight spaces such as in airplanes and helicopters, they needed a much smaller helmet than the PASGT or PASCUT. Additionally, these helmets do not allow for the use of an intercom system so the CSC26 was redesigned to meet both comfort and adaptability requirements.

The CSC26 also includes special Picatinny rails and an integrated mount for night vision goggles. This makes it easy to mount a night vision scope with NVG support. In addition, the side rails can be used to mount flashlights, IR signaling systems, and any other type of Picatinny accessory.
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-fragment testing and several others that are included 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, while allowing the use of long weapons and intercom in a comfortable way.

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 is fire retardant.

Ballistic performance

The CSC26 ACH caco has been designed to comply with NIJ 0106.01 regulations, being 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 4 shots of the 9mm, as detailed and of course without penetration:

NIJ Projectile Mass (grains) Max. velocity ft/sec (m/sec) No. of impacts

IIIA 9mm FMJ 124 1450 (442) 4

Performance in the face of fragmentation

The ACH helmet is designed to meet 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 ensure the user's protection against impacts from low-speed objects according to EN 397

Object

Mass

Fall height

Residual force

50mm diameter metal ball

5.0 kg

1000 mm

< 5.0 kg.

Color

The CSC26 helmet is available in matte black. Optionally, we can supply it in sand, military green and blue according to customer specifications. Please consult the minimum order for these optional colours.

Technical characteristics;

Meets NIJ IIIA level of ballistic protection.

Meets NATO STANAG 2920 standard for fragment resistance. FSP 17 grains, V50 700 m/s.
Military standard Picatinny rail.
Universal NVG mount.
Padded interior lining for better stability and adjustable harness to various sizes.
MIL Nylon straps with inter-crossing for better support.
Padding for the neck.

Adjustable size to fit virtually all head sizes, thanks to the adjustable internal suspension system.

Extra-large housing sizes are optionally available.

Color: Matte black. Other colors on request.
Shell weight 1.55 kg.