Topic: How much body armor is too much?

Maytime · March 27th, 2006

I think it depends on the type of mission, and the influx of the extra protection is a sign that it is the right tool for the wrong job. The more we weigh down our men (and women) the less chance they have at going those extra few steps, or reacting quickly enough to save themselves and their comrades. This is even more of a concern in the desert heat as well. I'm curious to hear what PJ24 has to say, since he is an expert in this area.

As for the type of mission, I could see such thigns as force protection that would benefit greatly from the extra protection, while patrolling and direct action would need more mobility. Also, that extra 10 lbs could be a few hundred more rounds that they might need if things go bad.

March 27th, 2006
Maytime Centurion	I think it depends on the type of mission, and the influx of the extra protection is a sign that it is the right tool for the wrong job. The more we weigh down our men (and women) the less chance they have at going those extra few steps, or reacting quickly enough to save themselves and their comrades. This is even more of a concern in the desert heat as well. I'm curious to hear what PJ24 has to say, since he is an expert in this area. As for the type of mission, I could see such thigns as force protection that would benefit greatly from the extra protection, while patrolling and direct action would need more mobility. Also, that extra 10 lbs could be a few hundred more rounds that they might need if things go bad. __________________ Trust your hang.