Kevlar helmet ARCH Olive

The ARCH Kevlar helmet in Olive color is a modern professional-grade ballistic helmet designed for military personnel, tactical operators, crews, and users requiring a high level of protection, ergonomics, and comfort during prolonged use.

Manufactured by PGD (Denmark), the helmet complies with modern NIJ IIIA ballistic protection standards and is actively used by professional military personnel and operators worldwide. The construction combines high-strength Dupont Kevlar, a modern BOA Fit retention system, and an internal Memory Foam cushioning system.

One of the key advantages of the ARCH helmet is the combination of high ballistic protection and reduced weight. Depending on size, the helmet weighs approximately 1.30–1.39 kg, which is noticeably lighter than many traditional combat helmets in the same protection category.

Lower weight directly improves mobility, endurance, and comfort during extended wear, especially when operating with hearing protection systems, night vision equipment, mounts, and additional accessories.

The interior of the helmet uses ten Memory Foam impact pads that adapt to the shape of the user’s head. This provides balanced weight distribution and significantly improves long-term wearing comfort.

The BOA Fit system allows rapid and precise adjustment using a rotary tightening mechanism. Premium retention components from BOA, ITW Nexus, and Duraflex provide secure helmet stability even during active movement.

The ARCH helmet has been tested according to NIJ 0106.01, NIJ 0101.06, and NIJ 0101.08 standards and is capable of protecting against .44 Magnum, .357 SIG, and 9 mm FMJ threats. The helmet also passes STANAG2920 V50 fragmentation testing up to 700 m/s against 17-grain fragments.

The manufacturer also focuses heavily on reducing BFD (Back Face Deformation) — the internal deformation occurring after impact. The ARCH demonstrates a significantly smaller deformation zone and improved energy absorption compared to many traditional helmet designs.

The helmet rails are compatible with modern hearing protection and accessory systems including 3M Peltor, Sordin, Ops-Core AMP, Earmor, and Unity Tactical.

The Olive finish integrates well with green, woodland, and camouflage equipment setups while remaining highly practical for active field deployment.

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For combat helmets, not only ballistic protection but also long-term comfort, weight distribution, and stable fitment during operation with night vision devices, hearing protection, and tactical gear are critically important.

The ARCH performs especially well thanks to its combination of reduced weight, modern BOA Fit retention system, and high-quality internal cushioning. The helmet remains stable during movement and handles prolonged use without excessive neck fatigue.

Compatibility with modern rail systems and accessories also performs very well, especially for users actively working with additional mounted equipment.

For users requiring a modern professional-grade ballistic helmet with strong ergonomics and low weight, the ARCH is a very strong option in its category.

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The PGD ARCH is one of the most balanced modern NIJ IIIA ballistic helmets thanks to its combination of reduced weight, strong ergonomics, and advanced retention system.

The helmet performs especially well during prolonged use together with night vision systems, hearing protection, and additional mounted accessories where fit stability becomes critically important.

The Memory Foam padding and BOA Fit system significantly improve helmet stability and reduce fatigue during long operational use.

The reduced BFD values and smaller deformation zone after impact are also major advantages compared to many traditional ballistic helmet designs.

Who it is suitable for

Primarily for military personnel, tactical operators, and combat users requiring a modern ballistic helmet with a high level of protection, reduced weight, and long-term comfort while operating in full tactical equipment.

Users actively working with night vision systems, hearing protection, and rail-mounted accessories will appreciate the stable fit, compatibility with modern systems, and overall helmet ergonomics.

Special operations units, vehicle crews, and mobile teams benefit from reduced neck strain and improved mobility due to the helmet’s low weight.

Instructors, shooters, and training users will appreciate the precise fit adjustment and high comfort level even during many hours of continuous wear.

Users operating in demanding field conditions will appreciate the durable construction, modern retention system, quality cushioning, and practical Olive finish for intensive real-world deployment.