Traverse External Carrier System for Patrol
The Traverse External Carrier Ballistic System is the perfect package to bring load-bearing MOLLE carriers into today’s modern patrol operations. As a result, this option allows you to upgrade your external carrier and soft armor seamlessly. When combined with the state-of-the-art ballistic protection from Armor Express, the end-user realizes that they no longer have to settle for an uncomfortable vest. Therefore, you can take advantage of this platform and bring your overt equipment up to speed immediately.
The Traverse outer carrier line was built specifically for police patrol units that need a professional uniform profile alongside tactical flexibility. Designed for departments in urban, suburban, and rural jurisdictions, Traverse combines front-zip access with integrated hard-plate pockets. Consequently, it supports daily patrol and active-threat response in a single, unified platform. Furthermore, these carriers offer an optional hyper-moisture wicking ventilation and cooling system (AEVent) to reduce fatigue during long shifts.
Whether you are buying one for yourself or standardizing a county-wide patrol program, the Traverse supports role-based configurations for any assignment. For example, badge-ready loop fields, body-worn camera mounting, and rescue-handle reinforcement align perfectly with modern LE operations. This is the standard MOLLE configuration, available in several different variations to guarantee it fits your precise needs.
Key Features & Specifications
Each of the MOLLE versions (including the specialized Half-MOLLE and Full MOLLE layouts) is outfitted with the following duty-ready features:
- Front-Zip Open Architecture: Convenient front zip-side opening design paired with an adjustable comfort-stretch rear cummerbund.
- Heavy-Duty Infrastructure: Constructed with duty-safe hardware and premium, abrasion-resistant outer shell materials.
- Concealable Ballistic Pockets: Lined with an internal anti-sag ballistic panel suspension architecture to secure your soft armor safely in place. Fits male, female, and unisex cut options.
- Standard Multi-Domain Plate Pockets: Features integrated internal pocket systems accommodating up to one 7″ x 10″ and/or one 5″ x 8″ UpArmor Packs.
- Hard Armor Integration: Built-in front and rear rifle plate pockets engineered standard to hold 10″ x 12″ hard plates. Check out our full line of compatible Hard Armor.
- Friction & Comfort Control: Specialized breathable mesh lined in key friction zones keeps underarms from chafing during long shifts.
- Comms & Camera Ready: Front zipper cover outfitted with an integrated camera mount, functional wire routing ports, and adjustable shoulder geometry.
- LE Identifiers: Vertical loop and eyelet 3” x 3” badge attachment point, alongside right and left 1″ x 5″ loop ID fields for identifiers.
- Tactical Storage Array: Engineered with ambidextrous utility pockets, two zippered Napoleon chest pockets, and deep utility pockets fitting most large cell phones.
- Crisis Response Readiness: Reinforced drag/rescue handle equipped with high-tensile anchor points.
- Tailored Profile Fit: Available in both Standard Alpha Sizing and Custom Sizing configurations. For Alpha sizing parameters, please utilize the baseline charts.
Production Lead Time Notice: Due to current high demand, all external carriers are cut and sewn to order FIFO. Please review current manufacturer lead times prior to finalizing your order.
Available Profile Variations
Depending on your specific operational loadout and departmental uniform guidelines, you can choose between these configurations:
- Full MOLLE External Carrier: Maximum web platform coverage across the entirety of the carrier face for heavy modular utility gear routing.
- Half-MOLLE Layout: Features clean, slick chest utility pockets configured completely without MOLLE web lines, leaving the lower torso optimized for modular attachments.
- Slick Configuration: A clean, uniform exterior profile completely devoid of exterior MOLLE loops.
- Alternative Dress Profiles: Looking for a traditional, formal uniform profile? This system is also available as the Traverse Dress Vest or the hybrid Traverse Dress Vest MOLLE configuration.
Traverse External Carrier Ballistic Packages
The Traverse MOLLE carrier can be seamlessly outfitted with any of our industry-leading Concealable Soft Armor solutions. In order to simplify procurement, we have paired our most popular Armor Express soft armor models to create easy ballistic packages tailored to fit any tactical requirement or agency budget:
| Ballistic Model | Available Threat Levels | Product Architecture Link |
|---|---|---|
| Razor II or IIIa | Level II / Level IIIA | View Razor System |
| Vortex II or IIIa | Level II / Level IIIA | View Vortex System |
| Quantum II or IIIa | Level II / Level IIIA | View Quantum System |
| FMS II or IIIA | Level II / Level IIIA | View FMS System |
Benefits of the Load-Bearing Traverse External Carrier
When looking for an external patrol vest, the Armor Express Traverse line of external carriers is simply the best option on the market. The Traverse patrol vest carrier allows you to purchase or add concealable soft armor directly to this functional overt load-bearing patrol vest.
Weight Redistribution and Injury Reduction
The Traverse External carrier allows officers and agencies to keep a uniform look without being too tactical. Consequently, this clean style gives the wearer the added benefit of relieving weight and pressure from their hips and back. Providing wearers with relief and redistribution of weight has been shown in several ergonomic studies to help reduce the risk of injury. Specifically, it mitigates long-term back injuries associated with the heavy wearing of traditional patrol belts. To review the data, you can read the full PoliceOne Load Bearing Vest Study Article.
Optional Climate Upgrade: AEVent® Ventilation System
Maximize comfort in extreme environments by opting for front and rear AEVent® with brrr® technology. This upgrade features the advanced “Triple Chill Effect” which continuously wicks away hyper-moisture and cools skin temperature throughout your entire wear time.
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