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5/31/2016 9:50:33 PM EDT
I'm looking for a ballistic helmet for the zombie apocalypse / bump in the night / 'cuz frakking I want one.

Would you recommend an ACH or LWH?
5/31/2016 10:28:41 PM EDT
[#1]
ACH. Smaller profile and lighter.
6/1/2016 12:04:17 PM EDT
[#2]
ACH, it has a much more common cut which makes it easy to put mounts and rails on. It's also much easier to find second hand and thus cheaper.
6/1/2016 7:51:58 PM EDT
[#3]
ACH
6/1/2016 8:50:11 PM EDT
[#4]
Thanks guys. Just got an ACH ordered.
6/1/2016 9:18:12 PM EDT
[#5]


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ACH. Smaller profile and lighter.
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actually, even though the LWH has 10% more coverage than the ACH, they weigh practically the same (LWH- 52oz/LG, ACH- 53oz/LG)



the LWH's ballistic protection is also slightly higher than the ACH





 
6/2/2016 2:08:49 AM EDT
[#6]
I think the LWH protection is only higher BECAUSE it has 10% more coverage. It has the better retention straps of the two, although USMC style suspension is offered for the ACH/MICH. If I was at greater risk for shrapnel, I'd want to be wearing a LWH. ACH for everything else. Even MARSOC issues the ACH, which should tell you something. Used ACH + upgraded suspension = helmet profit. Just add ComTac/Sordin/Liberator.
6/2/2016 2:54:24 AM EDT
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I think the LWH protection is only higher BECAUSE it has 10% more coverage. It has the better retention straps of the two, although USMC style suspension is offered for the ACH/MICH. If I was at greater risk for shrapnel, I'd want to be wearing a LWH. ACH for everything else. Even MARSOC issues the ACH, which should tell you something. Used ACH + upgraded suspension = helmet profit. Just add ComTac/Sordin/Liberator.
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the armor package itself provides slightly greater protection.  for example, it stops 124gr 9mm at 150fps more than the ACH does. the ACH pad suspension is also available for the LWH





http://www.gentexcorp.com/assets/base/helmets/usmclw%282-09%29.pdf



http://www.gentexcorp.com/assets/base/Helmets/ACH.pdf





 
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