Plate Carrier Corset Elite (Plate Size M)

The M-TAC Plate Carrier CORSET Elite (Plate Bag) is an innovative load-bearing system concept developed by the M-TAC design team. It combines an expanded body coverage area, excellent stability during active use, and easy adjustment to individual body proportions. This model is compatible exclusively with standard ESAPI (USA) Medium plates (31.8 × 24.1 cm) featuring beveled upper corners. The key innovation lies in its three-part structure — front, central, and rear panels — each designed with an anthropometric profile for a precise and stable fit during movement. The carrier can be adjusted in three different ways, allowing fine customization in width and height (detailed below). The M-TAC Plate Carrier CORSET Elite (Plate Bag) includes an integrated gorget, with the shoulder portion built directly into the straps. The front gorget section can be removed or folded onto the front panel using Velcro fasteners. The front panel features a removable MOLLE panel for attaching additional gear. This quick-release module uses Laser Cut technology and offers height adjustment. To prevent accidental detachment from the Velcro base, it is additionally secured with Woojin carabiners. A Velcro panel with MOLLE-cut slots allows the attachment of ID patches and compatible equipment. At the top, a water-resistant AquaGuard zippered admin pocket holds small flat items such as ID cards, keys, or a lighter. The rear panel features a classic MOLLE interface and an evacuation drag handle, which can be secured flat against the back using Velcro. The cummerbunds also include MOLLE slots for mounting side pouches or accessories. Both the shoulder straps and cummerbunds are equipped with a quick-release system. On the cummerbunds, this is achieved using Woojin buckles with paracord pulls — they can be released by pressing the buckle or with a quick tug on the paracord loop. On the shoulders, the quick-release mechanism activates by pulling an extended strap after opening the top cover. The carrier is made of Cordura® 500D, a highly durable and abrasion-resistant nylon fabric. Inside are 3D mesh inserts that provide both cushioning and ventilation. Elements of the central section are made from Tegris® composite by Milliken (USA) — a lightweight and highly rigid thermoplastic material. Adjustment Methods: Width Adjustment (Method 1): Achieved using an adapter (Velcro panel + webbing) and interlaced elastic straps. Width Adjustment (Method 2): Controlled by elastic straps and a tension regulator on the rear of the central panel — ideal for quick seasonal adaptation. Height Adjustment: Performed using Tegris composite inserts at the top of the central section, repositioning the Velcro connection as needed. Materials: Cordura 500D 3D Mesh Tegris Composite (Milliken®) Hardware: Duraflex Woojin Fits: Standard ESAPI Medium plates (31.8 × 24.1 cm) with beveled upper corners Camouflage "MULTICAM" was developed by the American company Crye Precision in collaboration with the U.S. Army Soldier Systems Center, commonly known as the U.S. Army Natick Labs. Creating the MULTICAM pattern took over eight years of expeditions, scientific research, data analysis, and practical field tests. It was designed to serve as a universal camouflage solution for the American army. The need for a new camouflage became evident after Operation Desert Storm in Iraq. At the time, the camouflage patterns in use, such as Woodland for forest terrain and Tri-Color Desert for desert operations, failed to provide adequate concealment for soldiers. Each operation still required specialized camouflage, complicating supply logistics and decreasing soldier safety. Even after introducing a new universal digital camouflage (Digital) during operations in Afghanistan and Iraq, the situation did not significantly improve. It became clear that a single universal pattern was necessary, one that would allow a soldier to blend into any terrain and at any distance from an observer. The goal was to create camouflage that worked equally well against various backgrounds, including vegetation, desert, rocky terrain, urban buildings, and ruins, under different lighting conditions and in any climate throughout the year. How does this camouflage work? It seemed almost impossible to achieve such a versatile pattern. However, the designers utilized the limitations of human vision and the structure of our eyes to their advantage. In theory, for camouflage to be effective at long distances, it should consist of large, blurred spots. At closer ranges, especially against backgrounds of foliage and vegetation where the human eye detects small objects more clearly, the pattern should incorporate small, rounded elements of the dominant background. The developers found that the predominant backgrounds across most regions of the globe share similar gradients of green and brown. An important revelation was that black, which is commonly used in camouflage patterns worldwide, does not actually appear in nature. By integrating their findings and conducting computer simulations that layered over a thousand images, the developers successfully created the MULTICAM pattern. Near Infrared (NIR) technology is utilized by the US Department of Defense to minimize detection by NIR electro-optical sensors. These sensors do not detect infrared radiation. NIR uniforms are made from a special fabric that helps soldiers maintain a temperature similar to that of the surrounding landscape, making them harder to spot. Additionally, NIR technology reduces light reflection, making the uniforms less visible in low-light conditions