Ops-Core FAST XP Gen 2 High Cut Ballistic Helmet
Ops-CoreOps-Core FAST XP Gen 2 High Cut Helmet
The next-generation FAST XP High Cut is the duty-ready XP platform: a certified NIJ IIIA / HG2 ballistic shell, LockDown liner, and Head-Loc Flex retention in one system. High-cut geometry clears over-ear comms, stays stable under NVGs, and keeps weight in check for long shifts.
This listing is High Cut only. Right-eye dominant. 3-hole Modular Bungee Shroud. PowerPath ARC rails. Sizes Medium through XXL in Black, Tan 499, Ranger Green, and MultiCam.
Why Gen 2
- Certified NIJ 0106.01 with NIJ 0123.00 Level HG2: 9mm FMJ at 1,470 ft/s and .44 Mag JHP at 1,430 ft/s, plus stronger fragmentation performance
- Next-gen composite shell tuned for protection without a heavy, sluggish profile
- Built for patrol, SWAT, and tactical users who run comms, lights, and night vision on the same helmet
LockDown Liner
- User-customizable pads with moisture-wicking fabric and airflow channels
- Conformable nape pad and cable Occ-Dial put more contact on the back of the head
- Holds position under NVGs and VAS during entries, vehicle work, and movement
- Cable routing stays clear of headband comms so the liner does not fight the headset
Head-Loc Flex Retention
- Convertible chin cup wears over or under the chin
- Over-chin for max stability with heavy NVG setups
- Under-chin for comfort and faster O2 / CBRN mask integration
- One-handed Head-Loc sliders; no mask extender needed for most users
Mounting and Integration
- Modular Bungee Shroud: low-profile 3-hole NVG mount with bungee / carabiner retention and fewer snag points
- PowerPath ARC rails: lightweight accessory rails with a behind-the-rail channel for NVG power cables
- High cut: maximum ear clearance for AMP, ComTac, Peltor, and other over-ear headsets
Ballistic and Impact Performance
- Performance spec: Gentex PS-1677; modified / abbreviated ACH CO/PD 05-04:2007; portions of STANAG 2902 / 2920
- Blunt impact: less than 150 G at 10 ft/s per ACH CO/PD 05-04:2007
- Compression: top–bottom .020" max at 400 lb; side–side .125" max at 300 lb
- Fragment V50 (min): 2-gr RCC 4,200 ft/s; 4-gr RCC 3,475 ft/s; 16-gr RCC 2,475 ft/s; 17-gr FSP 2,378 ft/s; 64-gr RCC 1,750 ft/s
- Shell: two-stage non-slit hybrid composite, about 0.290" (7.37 mm) thick, FAST high-cut geometry
High Cut Coverage and Weight
- Medium: 20 7/8–22 in (53–56 cm); 142 in² coverage; about 2.57 lb system weight
- Large: 22–23 1/4 in (56–59 cm); 154 in²; about 2.73 lb
- X-Large: 23 1/4–24 3/8 in (59–62 cm); 167 in²; about 2.90 lb
- XX-Large: 24 3/8–25 1/8 in (62–64.5 cm); 176 in²; about 3.00 lb
This Configuration
- Cut: High Cut
- Liner: LockDown
- Retention: Head-Loc Flex
- Shroud: Modular Bungee Shroud, 3-hole
- Rails: PowerPath ARC
- Eye dominance: Right-Eye Dominant
- Colors: Black, MultiCam, Tan 499, Ranger Green
- Sizes: M, L, XL, XXL
- Line: Ops-Core FAST XP Gen2 / HSVS / Helmet
- Export: ECCN 1A613.c. EAR / ITAR controls apply. U.S. persons and authorized end users only.
Measure head circumference before you order. Weights and coverage are manufacturer typical values and can vary slightly by configuration.