Team Wendy EPIC SPECIALIST Ballistic Helmet (Railed + NVG Shroud)
Team WendyPRODUCT DESCRIPTION
The EPIC™ Specialist ballistic helmet features exceptional performance to meet the tactical operator's demands. Fully outfitted for SWAT or riot team members, it comes standard with a durable aluminum NVG shroud, new reverse dovetail rails, exterior VELCRO® loop patches, EPIC Air® Fit liner and CAM FIT™ retention.
The EPIC™ Specialist delivers superior comfort while being substantially lighter than the ACH. It also includes a Shock Cord Kit for increased stability of Night Vision Devices,
The EPIC™ ballistic helmet line for law enforcement professionals is a result of the innovative synergies between Avon Protection, Team Wendy, and Ceradyne. The series features lightweight high-performance material paired with Team Wendy® retention and liner systems for maximum comfort.
Designed to provide the ultimate in head protection against ballistic threats in addition to mitigating head trauma from blunt impacts, all EPIC™ helmets feature Ceradyne seamless ballistic shell technology. This leading-edge shell technology incorporates a proprietary Thermoplastic composites forming/molding process that is fine-tuned for Ultra-High Molecular Weight Polyethylene fiber composites. Thanks to its high strength and low-density combination, this fiber has the highest strength-to-weight ratio of any available fiber on the market.
Available in Full-Cut, Mid-Cut and High-Cut (in Black, Ranger Green and Coyote Brown)
FEATURES
Durable Aluminum NVG Shroud
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- No Thru-Hole Attachment (No drilled holes through shell for attachment)
- Machined aluminum plate, anodized for color
- Compatible with most standardized NVG mount baseplates
- Wilcox lanyard compatibility
- Shock cord attachment
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Ceradyne Seamless Ballistic Shell Technology
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- Proprietary thermoplastic composites forming/molding process
- Ultra-hiUltra-high molecular weight polyethylene fiber composites, 33% lighter than Aramid material
- High strength/low-density combination fiber offers maximum strength-to-weight ratio
- Complete no thru-hole technology provides increased ballistic performance
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EPIC Air® Fit Liner System
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- Utilizes Team Wendy’s proven Zorbium® foam technology
- Designed to accommodate communication headset integration
- Proprietary water-resistant film and loop fabric covering
- Meets ACH Gen II Blunt Impact (AR/PD 14-01)
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No Thru-Hole CAM FIT™ Retention System
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- BOA® fit system with micro-adjustable dial
- Utilizes Cam Lock sliders for one-handed adjustment and secure fit
- Asymmetric design keeps buckle tucked smoothly along jaw line
- Chin cup lining ensures maximum comfort and chafe-free wear
- Custom clip system attachment (no-thru holes)
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Reverse Dovetail Accessory Rails
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- No Thru-Hole Attachment (No drilled holes through shell for attachment)
- Integrated low profile reverse dove-tail mounting system
- Compatible with common helmet accessories and optional removable picatinny adapter
- Provides counterweight attachment options
- Accommodates optional shock cord system for increased stability of Night Vision Devices
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PERFORMANCE
Ballistic Performance
NIJ IIIA (NIJ STD 0106.01/0108.01)
Fragment Performance
17gr V50 ≥ 780 m/s
Backface Deformation
9mm BFD ≤ 25.4 mm
Blunt Impact Performance
Meets ACH Gen II Blunt Impact (AR/PD 14-01) and AEP 2902 Clause 4.1.1.1 Method H
Weight: Full-Cut
*Weights (lbs) +/- 3%
SIZE | COMPLETE SYSTEM | SHELL |
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SMALL | 2.91 lbs (1.27 kg) | 2.11 lbs (0.96 kg) |
MEDIUM | 2.97 lbs (1.30 kg) | 2.17 lbs (0.98 kg) |
LARGE | 3.23 lbs (1.42 kg) | 2.42 lbs (1.10 kg) |
XL | 3.44 lbs (1.51 kg) | 2.62 lbs (1.19 kg) |
Weight: High-Cut
*Weights (lbs) +/- 3%
SIZE | COMPLETE SYSTEM | SHELL |
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SMALL | 2.64 lbs (1.15 kg) | 1.84 lbs (0.84 kg) |
MEDIUM | 2.7 lbs (1.17 kg) | 1.9 lbs (0.86 kg) |
LARGE | 2.82 lbs (1.23 kg) | 2.01 lbs (0.91 kg) |
XL | 3.08 lbs (1.35 kg) | 2.26 lbs (1.02 kg) |
Shell weight includes edge trim & paint.
Complete system weight includes helmet shell, rails, impact liner and retention system.
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