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Airsoft Tactical Vest Product Details
Rothco Kid’s Tactical Cross Draw Vest, Olive Drab
Airsoft Tactical Vest Product Features
Kid’s Tactical Cross Draw Vest Olive Drab
About Tactical Vests
The Rothco Kid’s Tactical Cross Draw Vest, Olive Drab by Rothco works well for airsoft. Airsoft vests, plate carriers, and tactical loadout equipment are standard for holding equipment on the airsoft field. These vests and carriers make it easy for game players to maintain control of their equipment and easily walk around the combat zone while having the right gear they require to win more games. They also have a tacticool operator status appeal to them and give protection to game player’s bodies from inbound airsoft BBs.
Airsoft tactical vests usually have many pockets, pouches, and MOLLE attachment panels. This is a fine line because it is a mix of carrying what you need in the field however not unnecessary amounts of gear. Keep yourself from carrying so much gear that it weighs you down or keeps you from running easily through the airsoft field. Some commonly picked items in a basic airsoft tactical vest loadout include the following: Extra airsoft gun magazines, sidearms like shotguns or handguns, additional airsoft BBs, red rags, snack foods, water for hydration , comms, gun maintenance kits, and multitools.
Rothco Vest Protection Levels
Tactical airsoft vests like the Rothco Kid’s Tactical Cross Draw Vest, Olive Drab offer a few layers of extra fabric to aid in cushioning the impact of incoming airsoft BBs. Some vests have more than others and some vests feature tough armor plates or ABS plastic scales. These airsoft vests have extra padding and torso safety, however practically every vest will use some shielding from inbound airsoft BBs.
One obstacle confronted by donning thick vests with rows of magazine pouches and a lot of equipment affixed to them is that game players can not feel their hits very well. In these cases, team players should listen for their hits and call themselves out if their vest or equipment is struck by incoming airsoft BBs. Players need to follow the airsoft field or tournament guidelines.
Kinds of Rothco Airsoft Vests
There are several different types of vests and load-bearing equipment put to use in airsoft. As a meaning, an airsoft vest is a general term used to refer to anything game players tactically wear on the upper half of their bodies and holds airsoft equipment. Bear in mind there are distinct styles of airsoft vests and they are similar however distinct. Each vest offers separate benefits and downsides depending on what airsoft team players require or are specifically trying to find in their gear.
The airsoft vest types consist of pre-made tactical airsoft vests, tactical MOLLE vest platforms, airsoft plate carriers and armor holders, modular chest rigs and tactical half vests, and tactical load-bearing vests (LBV). The Rothco Rothco Kid’s Tactical Cross Draw Vest, Olive Drab falls into one of these categories. Learn about the types below.
Pre-Made Tactical Airsoft Vests
Pre-made airsoft vests are among one of the most basic types of airsoft vests. These vests come ready-to-play out of the box and are some of the cheaper vests readily available while still maintaining good quality and resilience. Lots of brand names manufacture pre-made vests including Condor with their Elite Tactical Vest, BLACKHAWK! with their Omega Tactical Vest, and Classic Army with their Tactical Cross Draw Vest. Pre-made tactical airsoft vests are a good purchase if you are playing airsoft on a budget.
These vests are immediately functional and come with sewn in magazine pouches, pouches which hold airsoft BBs, and other pockets. With pre-made vests, players can frequently attach a U.S. GI military web belt to the bottom of the vest.
Sturdiness of Pre-Made Vests
Because these airsoft vests are factory built, they are well made with strong stitching and will typically last for a very long time. We have seen a few of these vests worn for so long the colors begin to fade, however they still serve their gear carrying function. Many airsoft participants start playing with one of these vests, resell it later, and upgrade to a more custom vest solution.
Pre-Made Vest Models and Types
Search for the best type of pre-made vest you desire. Some have integrated magazine pouches for AR-15/ M4 magazines while others have AK-47 magazine sizing. Ensure the vest you are purchasing will work for holding your particular airsoft gun type magazines. Different designs of pre-made airsoft vests are also readily available. They feature the following. Magazine carrier vest setups which include 6x AK-47 to 12x M4 magazine slots (depending upon size of magazine placed). Cross-draw pistol holster combos with a 3x or 6x magazine pouch on the opposite side. Rifle shotgun tactical vest pouch setups with shotgun shell loops inside pouches. EOD vests (explosives ordnance detection) with many admin pouches. Grenadier vests with a lot of grenade pockets for M203 shells.
Airsoft MOLLE Tactical Vests
A more advanced and personalized airsoft vest is the tactical MOLLE airsoft vest style. These modular vests permit each pouch to be moved and placed separately based on the particular set up airsoft participants and tactical operators need.
The personalized look of MOLLE airsoft vests are awesome. The tactical vest platform and pouches are typically sold on their own or in packs which makes them more high priced than pre-made airsoft vests. A basic MOLLE vest can be expensive with the pouches costs increasing the costs. A totally filled MOLLE tactical loadout can cost hundreds of dollars depending upon the number of pouches and different types of MOLLE pouches are acquired. See if you can find MOLLE pouch sets to get your loadout set up if you have already opted to go the MOLLE vest path.
Airsoft Versus Real World MOLLE Equipment
When looking for MOLLE vests, keep in mind airsoft businesses make replicas of real world tactical vests. These airsoft knock-off pouches and vests run a fraction of the selling prices of the genuine gear used by militaries, Special Forces (like Rangers, Naval Special Warfare Development ‘Dev Group’, and MARSOC) and other unique ops units.
How MOLLE Attachments Work
The MOLLE system is an acronym that means Modular Lightweight Load-Carrying Equipment. This tactical equipment system explains pouches, panels, and straps which use MOLLE attachments. The three parts of the system are MOLLE pouches, straps, and panels which are put together to create the MOLLE airsoft loadout. MOLLE panels are the base seen on airsoft vests. They feature a series of loops that are woven and snapped to hold pouches to the best with straps. The MOLLE straps are typically made from nylon with a snap and are threaded through the MOLLE panel loops and the similarly styled loops on pouches. The MOLLE pouches have a MOLLE loop panel on the back of the pouch which makes it possible for the straps to be securely hooked through to MOLLE panel loops.
Putting Your Kit Together
The entire MOLLE system comes together as operators pick the pouches they need for an airsoft vest loadout or tournament, weave the MOLLE straps through the loops on the pouches and vest panels, and affix the snaps on the straps to keep the pouches in place. The outcome is a very tailored airsoft vest with the appearance and feel of operator status.
Airsoft Tactical Vest Plate Carriers
Airsoft tactical vest plate carriers resemble basic MOLLE vests and many of these vests also have plate carrier compartments and attributes. This makes it simple to change and employ MOLLE pouches in between vest plate carriers and basic MOLLE vests These tactical vests have internal pouches to hold actual or replica ballistic level III3A plates or ceramic SAPI plates. Airsoft participants employ these plate carrier vests for an included coolness component and can even run legitimate or replica ballistic plates and panels to simulate a functional loadout or battlefield kit.
Airsoft Modular Chest Rigs and Slicks
They resemble plate carrier vests and similarly have MOLLE panels on the front and back for MOLLE pouches. These tactical vests are separate from MOLLE vests due to the fact that they are more low-profile and can be used over or under other clothes like jackets, uniforms, vests, and large clothing relatively quickly. These kinds of airsoft vests are less useful for carrying equipment since they do not have pouches.
Tactical Half Vests and Gunfighter Harnesses
Airsoft half vests or gunfighter vests fall into this category. Half vests are half of a vest with a row of internal pouches in the front. They are handy to use for airsoft and can be put on quickly in the course of a gun fight hence the name. They generally have capacities for 6 M4 magazines in the front (or comparably sized weapon magazines) with MOLLE or taco pouches in the front for pistol magazines, utility pouches, medical equipment, and other add-on pouches. The harness is kept in position by a set of shoulder straps and the back of the vest is open. This type of airsoft vest can also be worn over top of other types of gear and vests.
Tactical Load-Bearing Vests (LBVs)
Tactical load-bearing vests are a few of the most classic vests to run for airsoft. These vest styles were used throughout conflicts like Vietnam and Desert Storm. They hold a place in military history and now are put into action on loads of airsoft fields. These airsoft tactical vests feature 6 integrated M4 mag pouches with 2 grenade pouches. They have loops to hook up a U.S. G.I. web belt where airsoft team players can add more pouches and ammo dump bags if required. The back of the vest has connections for a buttpack. The vest straps for the shoulders and sides adapt to larger and littler-sized airsoft team players which make this vest truly versatile.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Question: Does the Rothco make good tactical vests?
Answer: Yes, Rothco is known to make nice tactical vests, chest rigs, and MOLLE vests with high quality products.
Question: How many airsoft gun magazines does the vest hold?
Answer: Typically around 4 to 6 depending upon if they are M4 or AK47 design mags. Take a look at the vest item specifications for capacity info.
Question: Does the Rothco Kid’s Tactical Cross Draw Vest, Olive Drab make a good tactical vest?
Answer: Yes, the Rothco Kid’s Tactical Cross Draw Vest, Olive Drab can be a great tactical vest to use for training, MilSim, and airsoft. Set up the vest around your airsoft gear kit.
Question: What kind of materials are tactical vests made out of?
Answer: Tactical vests like this Rothco vest are usually made of a number of kinds of products consisting of CORDURA, webbing, nylon, rubber, and other similar textile products. The closures and straps are normally secured with velcro, metal snaps, or plastic buckles.
Question: Can the vest pockets and pouches hold airsoft BBs?
Answer: Yes, you can carry airsoft BBs in the vest pockets. With some specific vest designs, you may want to add additional pouches.
