New Combat Helmet by Rheinmetall: High Ballistic Protection at Highly Reduced Weight

Rheinmetall, one of the largest suppliers of combat helmets within NATO, has a new combat helmet in the portfolio. The new model is significantly lighter – whilst however still retaining the same ballistic performance. Rheinmetall continues to rely on the ballistic High Performance Polyethylene composite material. The modern high-performance material significantly exceeds today’s requirements concerning ballistic efficiency.

The new Rheinmetall Combat Helmet is available with different cap shapes – high cut and full cut. A newly designed strap system as well as newly designed pads ensure improved wearing comfort. Furthermore, the hairnet is no longer required, making the new helmet even more adaptable to other devices. The more flexible strap system and optimised attachment options on the mounting rails also improve compatibility with night vision systems and other helmet-mounted accessories. The distinctive design of the rails and Velcro surfaces gives the helmet a ‘tacticool’ look, hence increasing its wearing comfort.

Rheinmetall Soldier Electronics has established itself as a supplier to the Federal Office of Bundeswehr Equipment, Information Technology and In-Service Support (BAAINBw) as well as the Bundeswehr’s personal clothing management GmbH. The company delivered around 310,000 combat helmets to the armed forces in record time as part of an advance procurement programme. Rheinmetall is currently one of the suppliers with the largest delivery capacity for combat helmets within NATO.