Shellback Tactical Level IIIA Ballistic High Cut SF ACH Helmet
The Shellback Tactical Level IIIA Ballistic High-Cut SF Helmet provides level IIIA ballistic protection in a lightweight, mission-ready design built for tactical operations. Designed for military, law enforcement, and first responders, this high-cut ballistic helmet is made in the USA and delivers proven ballistic protection while maintaining compatibility with night vision systems, communications headsets, and modular helmet accessories.
Constructed from advanced Kevlar and Spectra ballistic fibers, the SF helmet provides NIJ 0106.01 Level IIIA ballistic protection against common handgun threats and fragmentation resistance tested using MIL-STD-662F methodology. The high-cut shell improves mobility and comfort while allowing seamless integration with comms and NVGs, making it an ideal tactical ballistic helmet for modern operational environments.
Technical Specifications
- Protection Level: NIJ 0106.01 IIIA
- Fragmentation Resistance: MIL-STD-662F
- Ballistic Shell Material: Lightweight hybridized Kevlar and UHMWPE Spectra fibers
- NVG Shroud: Wilcox or Unity 3 hole
- Accessory Rails: Arc style side rails included
- External Velcro: Loop velcro included
- Padding System: D3O Trust 7 comfort pad system
- Retention System: Adjustable Airlink Prime ratcheting harness
- Ballistic Warranty: 5 years
- Country of Origin: United States
SF Helmet Size and Weights
- Circumference is measured around head, similar to hat sizing. All sizes are measured in inches.
- Start with a measuring tape (or a piece of string you can measure later), and wrap it around your head. Place the tape where your helmet will typically sit at the middle of your forehead and about 1/8" above your ear. Hold the tape firmly, but not uncomfortably tight. Find your size using the chart below.
- If a measurement falls on a dividing line between sizes, select the larger of the two sizes.
| HELMET SIZE | HAT SIZE | HEAD CIRCUMFERENCE | SHELL WEIGHT | TOTAL WEIGHT |
| Small | 6 5/8 to 6 3/4 | 21.1" to 21.9" | 2.5 lbs | 3.0 lbs |
| Medium | 6 3/4 to 7 1/8 | 21.9" to 27.7" | 2.6 lbs | 3.1 lbs |
| Large | 7 1/4 to 7 1/2 | 22.7" to 24" | 2.7 lbs | 3.2 lbs |
| Xlarge | 7 1/2 to 7 7/8 | 24" to 26" | 2.9 lbs | 3.4 lbs |
Ballistic Protection - Rounds Defeated
- NIJ Level IIIA ballistic protection
- All ballistic testing is completed by a NIJ certified laboratory
- 9mm FMJ back face deformation less than 25mm at 1400 fps
| STANDARD | PROJECTILE | GRAIN | VELO FT/S |
| NIJ 0106.01 | 9mm FMJ | 124 | 1400 |
| NIJ 0106.01 | .357 MAG JSP | 158 | 1395 |
| NIJ 0106.01 | .44 MAG SJHP | 240 | 1400 |
MIL-STD 662F Frag Test Results
| STANDARD | PROJECTILE | GRAIN | VELO FT/S | VELO FT/S |
| MIL-STD-662F | US MIL-STD Frag 2 gr. RCC | 2 | 4200 | 4415 |
| MIL-STD-662F | US MIL-STD Frag 4 gr. RCC | 4 | 3475 | 3211 |
| MIL-STD-662F | US MIL-STD Frag 16 gr. RCC | 16 | 2475 | 2346 |
| MIL-STD-662F | US MIL-STD Frag 64 gr. RCC | 64 | 1750 | 1755 |
| MIL-STD-662F | US MIL-STD Frag 17 gr. FSP | 17 | 2200 | 2221 |
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Great product
Great product, quality and customer service! Thank you!
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Helmet
Very nice and comfortable. Seems to be high quality. Great product for the price
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Outstanding Product
Just recently recieved my shellback tactical ballistic helmet the other day. Shipping was fast which is greatly appreciated. I'm very impressed with the quality of this helmet. It's very comfortable and it's clear shellback has an awesome quality assurance team. I highly recommend this helmet and guarantee it will not disappoint. I a little butt hurt I never had a ballistic helmet this nice during my Army career. Job well done ShellbackTactical; you have gained a forever customer.
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Possibly the best value for a ballistic helmet
Great pads, great harness, solid construction, comes with a Wilcox shroud, what's not to love?
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Ballistic High Cut SF ACH Helmet
The helmet arrived to my door in 3 days in a well packaged box. It’s light, comfortable, and feels equal quality wise to my issued full cut ACH. The pads are soft and comfortable and the suspension system is very adjustable. If I had to be nit picky, the Velcro on my helmet wasn’t applied the greatest and has some unstuck ridges/air bubbles, though that could be the material of the Velcro being hard to work with and in no way would really affect it’s performance. I’d also prefer an option for an FDE or FG suspension system instead of the black that comes with the helmet, but again, I’m being nit picky. Overall I’m very impressed with the helmet and wouldn’t hesitate to purchase again or recommend to my friends.
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Shellback Helmet
I really appreciate the Shellback High Cut helmets comfort right out of the box. It is also a handsome helmet and well priced.
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Great for 1st
I was shopping around for a helmet that won't break the bank. I have other Shellback products that are solid so I figured the helmet would be too. Definitely not disappointed. One thing I love about this company is the 10/10 customer service, so shoutout to those people. I ordered a size too large on accident and got an exchange right away. Overall solid purchase and very happy.
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I like it.
Comfortable, good fit. Comes with pads very similar to issued ones, not stiff but cushy. Does exactly what it’s supposed to.
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great quality at a great price point
I recently picked up one of these and i have to say, I am not disappointed. It has everything you need for a tactical helmet set up. My head measures at 23.75” and i ended up ordering an XL. That extra space is a blessing especially if you want to run your ear pro underneath the helmet. I am recommending this to all my friends. Shoutout to Ken and the rest of the customer service crew.
