Traverse Laser Cut Patrol Carrier
The Armor Express Traverse Laser Cut Patrol Carrier is a professional overt external armor carrier. It is purpose-built for law enforcement, security, and tactical officers who demand performance, comfort, and quick on/off capability. As a result, this modern platform allows you to upgrade your external carrier profile without sacrificing tactical modularity. 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.
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 high-adjustability shoulders and a stretch cummerbund 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 laser-cut variant provides an ultra-low-profile attachment matrix that is significantly lighter than traditional web loops while retaining superior tensile strength.
Key Features & Specifications
Each laser-cut version is outfitted with the following duty-ready features and infrastructure details:
- Front-Zip Open Architecture: Convenient front zippered entry system for fast donning and doffing paired with an adjustable comfort-stretch rear cummerbund.
- Heavy-Duty Infrastructure: Constructed using duty-safe hardware alongside premium, abrasion-resistant outer shell materials for a professional appearance.
- Concealable Ballistic Pockets: Lined with an internal anti-sag ballistic panel suspension architecture to secure your panels safely. Fits male, female, and unisex cut options.
- Hard Armor Integration: Built-in front and rear rifle plate pockets engineered standard to hold 10″ x 12″ hard plates for scalable ballistic protection. 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 with built-in mic tabs. Single tab accommodates horizontal cameras while dual tabs support vertical mounting.
- LE Identifiers: Vertical loop and eyelet 3” x 3” badge attachment point, right and left 1″ x 5″ loop ID fields for identifiers, and a rear 3″ x 10″ placard attachment field for agency or unit ID.
- Tactical Storage Array: Engineered with ambidextrous utility pockets, two zippered Napoleon chest pockets, a front 5″ deep pocket for notepads, and a rear 7″ deep pocket fitting most large mainstream cell phones.
- Crisis Response Readiness: Reinforced drag/rescue handle equipped with high-tensile anchor points for emergency extraction.
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 Laser-Cut Configurations
Depending on your specific operational loadout and departmental uniform guidelines, you can choose between these distinct exterior configurations:
- Full Laser Cut Configuration: Full-wrap attachment zones extending across the entire carrier face for maximum modular kit optimization.
- Half Laser Cut Layout: Features clean, slick chest utility pockets configured completely without laser slits, leaving the lower torso optimized for modular gear attachment.
Traverse External Carrier Ballistic Packages
The Traverse Laser Cut 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 |
Lining Configurations & Climate Control
To accommodate different operational climates and seasonal demands, this system can be customized into two distinct material variations at checkout:
Standard Comfort Lining
The standard lining option features a lightweight, highly durable moisture-wicking barrier. It utilizes standard technical spacer fabrics designed to maintain regular airflow across standard shifts, matching traditional uniform guidelines perfectly.
Premium Upgrade: AEVent® Ventilation with brrr® Technology
For maximum cooling and heat dispersion during long-duration wear, choose the front and rear AEVent® upgrade option. This system incorporates advanced brrr® fabric cooling properties, generating an active “Triple Chill Effect”. Consequently, it continuously wicks away hyper-moisture and actively lowers your baseline skin temperature to maximize focus and endurance during extended shifts.
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