ULTRA-LIGHTWEIGHT
Lightweight, durable laser-cut materials with a skeletonized design. Weighing only 285 g in size M.
HIGHLY CONFIGURABLE
Front panel is Mayflower®/Velocity Systems standard & back panel is Crye Precision® AVS standard.
FITS MOST PLATES
Stretch plate bag design allows fitment for most popular plates, including SAPI & swimmer cuts.
NIR/IRR & DWR
Better concealed against night vision devices & provides water-resistance.
DESCRIPTION
On the modern battlefield the weight of your gear can be a key element – after all, you have to carry everything for hours or in some cases even days. Even more, every gram taken from your equipment weight can be redistributed for the weight of extra ammo. This is why Direct Action® has created the Bearcat® Plate Carrier, which is also a start to a new ultralight tactical equipment system.
Thanks to lightweight, yet durable soft-shell fabrics and reducing the use of laminate to a bare minimum, Direct Action® was able to make one of the lightest plate carriers on the market, without limiting its functionality.
It’s stretchable construction will allow you to fit most of popular plate shapes, including SAPI and Swimmer cuts. On the sides of the front panel and on the shoulder straps there are elastic loops for cables, antennas etc. Thanks to a system based approach, the BEARCAT® Plate Carrier is compatible with some of the accessories from the SPITFIRE® system, including its cutaway set.
PRODUCT FEATURES
CONSTRUCTION
- Made of soft-shell fabric & laser-cut laminate
- Durable Water Repellent (DWR) coating makes used materials water-resistant
- Camo versions are NIR (Near-Infrared Reflective) compliant & plain colors are IRR (InfraRed Reflective) treated to help prevent night vision detection
FRONT PANEL
Front buckles are according to the Mayflower®/Velocity Systems standard.
BACK PANEL
- Back zippers are according to the Crye® Precision AVS standard
- Integrated drag handle on the back
PTT CUTS
Slim designed PTT (Push-To-Talk) cuts allow the attachment of most popular PTT systems.
STABALIZERS
Elastic loops for cables, antenna, etc on both sides of front panel.
SHOULDERS
- Slim shoulder/front panel connection for easy weapon shouldering
- Shoulders feature elastic loops
- Very simple shoulder adjustment system
OTHER FEATURES
- Compatible with SPITFIRE® accessories EXCEPT the "MOLLE Wing" & "Comms Wing"
- Very simple cummerbunds adjustment system
- Various cummerbund options from Direct Action® have partly elastic cummerbunds which auto-adjust size for freedom of movement & when wearing more/less layers of clothing
MORE DETAILS
- Extremely lightweight – only 285 g for size M
- Made in Poland
- *NOTE: No cummerbunds included; various cummerbund options separately available
- *NOTE: No front flap included; various flap options separately available
- *NOTE: Optional comfort pads & cutaway system separately available
- *NOTE: Carrier requires additional plates to function. Minimum recommendation are a set of training plates
CONFIGURATION OPTIONS
FRONT FLAPS/CHEST RIGS
Buckles on the front plate bag are according to the Mayflower®/Velocity Systems standard. Allowing for the quick & easy attachment of Direct Action® or third party flaps or chest rigs.
BACK PANELS
Back zippers are made according to the Crye® Precision AVS standard. This allows fast attachment/removal of Direct Action® or third party back panels & compatible daypacks. An ultra-lightweight skeletonized back panel is also available.
CUMMERBUNDS
Two Skeletonized cummerbunds are available which allow you to choose one that fits your needs. The BEARCAT® is also compatible with the Direct Action® SPITFIRE® cummerbunds.
SIDE WINGS
The Direct Action® Skeletonized Comms Wing Set® is mounted on the front panel Velcro®. It can accommodate most individual radios or 2 AR-style magazines. The BEARCAT® is NOT compatible with the SPITFIRE® side wings.
COMFORT PADS
The Direct Action® SPITFIRE® Comfort Pad Set adds comfort, improves air flow & moisture management. These are easily attached through the dedicated Velcro® patches on the inner side of the plate carrier.
CUTAWAY SYSTEM
The Direct Action® SPITFIRE® Cutaway System allows for immediate release & field reassemble without cutaway elements. Created with waterborne ops in mind, it also allows for instant assessment, treating & re-armoring of a wounded teammate.
ALL PICTURES SHOWN ARE FOR ILLUSTRATION PURPOSES ONLY. ACTUAL PRODUCT MAY VARY DUE TO THE DIFFERENT PRODUCTION PERIODS AND PRODUCT ENHANCEMENTS.
SIZING
The plate carrier its size will depend on what size of ballistic/training plates you use. What plate you should use depends on your individual measurements. Visit the below link to learn how to determine your plate size.
If you know what size of plates you're using, you can select the plate carrier size with the following data:
- Size M: Width x Height = 25,4 x 30,4 cm, Fits SAPI/ESAPI Medium plates or commercial standard: 10 x 12 inch plates.
- Size L: Width x Height = 34,5 x 26,5 cm, Fits SAPI/ESAPI Large plates or commercial 13.6 x 10.4 inch plates.
WHAT MAKES DIRECT ACTION® SO SPECIAL?
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