JGSDF unfurls its new tactical gear: Boudan Chokki 3 Gata

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JGSDF new tactical gear - "body armor vest Mk.3" （防弾チョッキ3型 Boudan Chokki 3 gata）

 

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what's featured on new one !?

 

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what's featured on new one !?

Compare that to the MK.2 that was used , the MK.3 standard is gives a comprehensive protection for our soldiers.
First interesting thing is the fit – MKIII is more roomy and seems overall stiffer than MKII (here both MK3 are sized 170/112).
Ballistic plates are not longer put from above in the plates compartment (opening with zipper) – they are now inserted via velcro closure from below. Due to this version you loose some rows of MOLLE.

There have been many changes regarding MOLLE loops – sizes are diffferent, some placements have changed (e.g. i really like the possiblity to attach something to the left shoulder now).The space between MOLLE rows have been changed from ca. 2,1mm (MKII) to 2,5mm (MKIII).

As you notice that JGSDF soldiers will now have protection of not just the Torso, but greater protection on the lateral neck, and upper arm (protects the brachial plexus of nerves). A common injury site for soldiers. Better protection for our soldiers.