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Features

EPIC™ Specialist

Shroud

Durable Aluminum NVG Shroud

No Thru-Hole Attachment (No drilled holes through shell for attachment)
Machined aluminum plate, anodized for color
Compatible with most standardized NVG mount baseplates
Wilcox lanyard compatibility
Shock cord attachment

Shell

Ceradyne Seamless Ballistic Shell Technology

Proprietary thermoplastic composites forming/molding process
Ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene fiber composites, 33% lighter than Aramid material
High strength/low-density combination fiber offers maximum strength-to-weight ratio
Complete no thru-hole technology provides increased ballistic performance

Liner

Team Wendy EPIC Air® Fit w/ Zorbium Foam Technology

Utilizes Team Wendy’s proven Zorbium® foam technology
Designed to accommodate communication headset integration
Proprietary water-resistant film and loop fabric covering
Meets ACH Gen II Blunt Impact (AR/PD 14-01)

Retention System

No Thru-Hole CAM FIT™ Retention System

BOA® fit system with micro-adjustable dial
Utilizes Cam Lock sliders for one-handed adjustment and secure fit
Asymmetric design keeps buckle tucked smoothly along jaw line
Chin cup lining ensures maximum comfort and chafe-free wear
Custom clip system attachment (no-thru holes)

Rails

Reverse Dovetail Accessory Rails

No Thru-Hole Attachment (No drilled holes through shell for attachment)
Integrated low profile reverse dove-tail mounting system
Compatible with common helmet accessories
Provides counterweight attachment options
Accommodates optional shock cord system for increased stability of Night Vision Devices

Performance

EPIC™ Specialist

Ballistic Performance

NIJ IIIA (NIJ STD 0106.01/0108.01)

Fragment Performance

117gr V50 ≥ 2560 ft/s (780 m/s)

Backface Deformation

9mm BFD ≤ 25.4 mm

Blunt Impact Performance

Meets ACH Gen II Blunt Impact (AR/PD 14-01) and AEP 2902 Clause 4.1.1.1 Method H

Size & Weight

EPIC™ Specialist

Size Small

Head Circumference (in): 20-21.25
Head Circumference (cm): 52-54

Size Medium

Head Circumference (in): 21.5-22.5
Head Circumference (cm): 54-57

Size Large

Head Circumference (in): 22.5-23.6
Head Circumference (cm): 57-60

Size XL

Head Circumference (in): 23.6-25.2
Head Circumference (cm): 60-64

PLEASE NOTE: If you are in between sizes, we recommend going up to the larger size.

Full-Cut

Small

Complete system: 2.91 lbs (1.27 kg)
Shell: 2.11 lbs (0.96 kg)

Medium

Complete system: 2.97 lbs (1.27 kg)
Shell: 2.17 lbs (0.96 kg)

Large

Complete system: 3.23 lbs (1.42 kg)
Shell: 2.42 lbs (1.10 kg)

XL

Complete system: 3.44 lbs (1.51 kg)
Shell: 2.62 lbs (1.19 kg)

Mid- Cut

Small

Complete system: 2.86 lbs (1.27 kg)
Shell: 2.06 lb (0.96 kg)

Medium

Complete system: 2.92 lbs (1.30 kg)
Shell: 2.12 lb (0.96 kg)

Large

Complete system: 3.12 lbs (1.42 kg)
Shell: 2.31 lb (1.10 kg)

XL

Complete system: 3.38 lbs (1.51 kg)
Shell: 2.56 lb (1.19 kg)

High-Cut

Small

Complete system: 2.64 lbs (1.15 kg)
Shell: 1.84 lbs (0.96 kg)

Medium

Complete system: 2.7 lbs (1.17 kg)
Shell: 1.9 lbs (0.86 kg)

Large

Complete system: 2.82 lbs (1.23 kg)
Shell: 2.01 lbs (0.91 kg)

XL

Complete system: 3.08 lbs (1.35 kg)
Shell: 2.26 lbs (1.02 kg)

*Weights (lbs) +/-3%
Shell weight includes edge trim & paint.
Complete system weight includes helmet shell, shroud, rails, impact liner and retention system.

PRODUCT COMPARISON

Product Comparison	EPIC™ Specialist	EXFIL® Ballistic	EXFIL® SL Ballistic	EPIC™ Protector	EPIC™ Responder	EPIC™ Responder Plus	RIFLETECH™
Price	Price $1,092.00	Price $1,449.00	Price $1,932.00	Price $839.16	Price $567.00	Price $735.00	Price $3,495.24
Shell Technology	Shell Technology Ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene fiber composites with Ceradyne Seamless Ballistic Shell Technology.	Shell Technology Polyethylene and other fibers in a proprietary composite matrix	Shell Technology Polyethylene and other fibers in a proprietary composite matrix	Shell Technology Ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene fiber composites with Ceradyne Seamless Ballistic Shell Technology.	Shell Technology Ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene fiber composites with Ceradyne Seamless Ballistic Shell Technology.	Shell Technology Ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene fiber composites with Ceradyne Seamless Ballistic Shell Technology.	Shell Technology Ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene fiber composites with Ceradyne Seamless Ballistic Shell Technology.
Weight	Weight Complete system: Small 2.64 lbs (1.15 kg) Medium 2.7 lbs (1.17 kg) Large 2.82 lbs (1.23 kg) XL 3.08 lbs (1.35 kg).	Weight 2.6 lbs (1.18kg) for size 1, 2.75 lbs (1.25kg) for size 2. Complete system weight includes helmet shell, shroud, accessory rails, impact liner and retention system.	Weight 2.22 lbs (1.01kg) for size 1, 2.31 lbs (1.05kg) for size 2. Complete system weight includes helmet shell, shroud, accessory rails, impact liner and retention system.	Weight Complete system: Small 2.8 lbs (1.27 kg) Medium 2.86 lbs (1.30 kg) Large 3.12 lbs (1.42 kg) XL 3.33 lbs (1.51 kg).	Weight Complete system: Small 2.49 lbs (1.27 kg) Medium 2.55 lbs (1.30 kg) Large 2.73 lbs (1.42 kg) XL 2.99 lbs (1.51 kg).	Weight Complete system:  Small 2.49 lbs (1.27 kg)  Medium 2.55 lbs (1.30 kg)  Large 2.73 lbs (1.42 kg)  XL 2.99 lbs (1.51 kg).	Weight Complete system:  Small 2.78 lbs (1.26 kg)  Medium 2.98 lbs (1.35 kg)  Large 3.17 lbs (1.44 kg)  XL 3.48 lbs (1.58 kg)
Performance	Performance NIJ IIIA (NIJ STD 0106.01/0108.01)   17gr V50 ≥ 2560 ft/s (780 m/s)  9mm BFD ≤ 25.4 mm   Meets ACH Gen II Blunt Impact (AR/PD 14-01) and AEP 2902 Clause 4.1.1.1 Method H.	Performance Ballistic Performance: NIJ Level IIIA (according to NIJ STD 0106.01 / 0108.01). Fragment Performance: 17gr V50 ≥ 2400 ft/sec (731 m/s). Backface Deformation: 9mm (1400fps) BFD: <25mm all locations (front/back/crown/sides) exposed to high temp/humidity, solar, low temperature, altitude, sea water, and salt fog. Blunt Impact Performance: Exceeds current ACH Blunt Impact Protection requirements (per AR/PD 10-02).	Performance NIJ Level IIIA (according to NIJ STD 0106.01/0108.01). 17gr V50 ≥ 2400 ft/sec (731 m/s). 9mm FMJ RN @ 1195 ft/s (365 m/s). BFD: <25.4 mm all locations(front/back/crown/sides) exposed to high temp/humidity, solar, low temperature, altitude, sea water, and salt fog. Exceeds current ACH Blunt Impact Protection requirements (per AR/PD10-02).	Performance NIJ IIIA (NIJ STD 0106.01/0108.01) Meets ACH Gen II Blunt Impact (AR/PD 14-01) and AEP 2902 Clause 4.1.1.1 Method H 117gr V50 ≥ 2560 ft/s (780 m/s)  9mm BFD ≤ 25.4 mm.	Performance NIJ IIIA (NIJ STD 0106.01/0108.01) 17gr V50 ≥ 2560 ft/s (780 m/s)  9mm BFD ≤ 25.4 mm Meets ACH Gen II Blunt Impact (AR/PD 14-01) and AEP 2902 Clause 4.1.1.1 Method H.	Performance NIJ IIIA (NIJ STD 0106.01/0108.01)  17gr V50 ≥ 2560 ft/s (780 m/s)   9mm BFD ≤ 25.4 mm  Meets ACH Gen II Blunt Impact (AR/PD 14-01) and AEP 2902 Clause 4.1.1.1 Method H .	Performance RTP at muzzle velocity- 7.62x39 MSC, 7.62x51 FMJ (M80 Ball NATO round), 5.56 M193 BT, 9mm FMJ RN Defeats threats NIJ RF1 (STD 0123.00) and NIJ Level III (STD 0108.01) tested in accordance with NIJ STD 0106.01 17gr FSP V50 ≥ 4430 fps (1350 m/s) (Tested on XL shell)
Liner System	Liner System Team Wendy EPIC Air® Fit w/ Zorbium Foam Technology.	Liner System Team Wendy® EXFIL® Air fit liner system w/ Zorbium® foam technology.	Liner System Team Wendy® EXFIL® SL Air fit liner system w/ Zorbium® foam technology.	Liner System Team Wendy EPIC Air® Fit w/ Zorbium Foam Technology.	Liner System Team Wendy ZAP Liner System with Zorbium® Foam Technology.	Liner System Team Wendy EPIC Air® Fit w/ Zorbium Foam Technology.	Liner System Team Wendy® RIFLETECH™ Air Fit liner system w/ Zorbium® foam technology.
Retention System	Retention System No Thru-Hole CAM FIT™ Retention System.	Retention System Boltless CAM FIT™ Retention System featuring a BOA® Fit System for optimized stability and fit.	Retention System Boltless CAM FIT™ Retention System featuring a BOA® Fit System for optimized stability and fit.	Retention System No Thru-Hole CAM FIT™ Retention System.	Retention System Upgraded CAM FIT™ H-Back Retention System.	Retention System No Thru-Hole CAM FIT™ Retention System.	Retention System No Thru-Hole CAM FIT™ Retention System.
Shroud	Shroud Durable Aluminum NVG Shroud.	Shroud Lanyard compatible 3-hole Wilcox® W shroud.	Shroud Lanyard compatible 3-hole Wilcox® NVG shroud.	Shroud Front cover plate to aid in face shield alignment.	Shroud Front cover plate to aid in face shield alignment.	Shroud Front cover plate to aid in face shield alignment.	Shroud Enhanced design with shock cords providing superior fit with NVG
Warranty	Warranty Ballistic package – up to ten (10) years from date of manufacture  Liner, retention, accessory rails, and shroud – up to one (1) year from date of manufacture  Exterior coating (paint) – up to one (1) year from date of manufacture if the helmet has not been otherwise painted in that timeframe	Warranty Ballistic package – up to five (5) years from date of delivery Liner, retention, accessory rails and shroud – up to one (1) year from date of delivery Exterior coating (paint) – up to one (1) year from date of delivery assuming that the helmet has not been otherwise painted in that timeframe.	Warranty Ballistic package – up to five (5) years from date of delivery Liner, retention, accessory rails and shroud – up to one (1) year from date of delivery Exterior coating (paint) – up to one (1) year from date of delivery assuming that the helmet has not been otherwise painted in that timeframe.	Warranty Ballistic package – up to ten (10) years from date of manufacture Liner, retention, accessory rails, and shroud – up to one (1) year from date of manufacture Exterior coating (paint) – up to one (1) year from date of manufacture if the helmet has not been otherwise painted in that timeframe.	Warranty Ballistic package – up to ten (10) years from date of manufacture  Liner, retention, accessory rails, and shroud – up to one (1) year from date of manufacture  Exterior coating (paint) – up to one (1) year from date of manufacture if the helmet has not been otherwise painted in that timeframe.	Warranty Ballistic package – up to ten (10) years from date of manufacture   Liner, retention, accessory rails, and shroud – up to one (1) year from date of manufacture   Exterior coating (paint) – up to one (1) year from date of manufacture if the helmet has not been otherwise painted in that timeframe .	Warranty Ballistic package – up to five (5) years from date of delivery Liner, retention, accessory rails and shroud – up to one (1) year from date of delivery Exterior coating (paint) – up to one (1) year from date of delivery assuming that the helmet has not been otherwise painted in that timeframe.