5.11 Tactical | Inside the TacTec Plate Carrier - Tactiholics™

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We're strapping on the TacTec Plate Carrier from 5.11! This carrier is loaded with innovative features that offers comfort, flexibility, and safety to the user, and does so at an affordable price!
5.11 Tactical designed this plate carrier to meet specific needs, as requested by their contacts in operational environments. One of these requests was mobility. The 5.11 TacTec carrier allows for a full range of motion in the shoulder straps and the cumberbund/side pannel area. The TacTec uses the "yoke technology" that 5.11 has used in their backbacks, allowing for excellent weight distribution in the shoulder and neck area. The side pannels are an elastic mesh design, allowing both for comfort and increased airflow, as well as enabling the user to move in any way necessary without being hindered by the plate carrier.
One of the most interesting features of the TacTec plate carrier is the new 5.11 GrabDrag handle. This design allows the drag handle to be pulled out of the vest nearly 3 feet, while staying connected via a "leash" that is incredibly strong. This GrabDrag system promotes safety and ease of use in the field.
The TacTec plate carrier has an outstanding quick release design, that is easy to use either wearing the vest or as the responding medic needing to remove the carrier.
5.11 Tactical hit a home run with the TacTec! It is extremely comfortable, breathes well in hot temperatures, and offers all of the features their competeing brands do, and more. Check it out, you won't be disappointed!
MSRP: $199
This video is not designed to be an instructional video. It is a physical demonstration and review the 5.11 TacTec Plate Carrier.
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[@adaboy4z]

I found one at local pawn shop sidewalk sale. I paid about $25 brand new. Added level 3 plates, med kit, water reservoir and mag pouches. Good carrier for what I paid..

[@tank7358]

great video. I'm officially sold. This plate carrier will be used two fold, active shooter & bugout.(My particular setup anyway). Thnx for running this video.

[@Tactiholics]

+Frank Muscarella Glad you found the video helpful...its a great plate carrier, enjoy! Thanks for the feedback!

[@jasboothe]

Great review!! Honestly one of the better i've seen. Oh, and mad props to 5.11 for that drag handle leash system. The simplicity of that is genius.

[@Tactiholics]

Thanks man! I agree, the GrabDrag handle is a fantastic idea. Thanks for watching!

[@stevemcadams8503]

I have this plate carrier and this is a super clear explanation of capabilities. Thanks.

[@Tactiholics]

Steve McAdams Thanks for the great feedback. I am still very happy with this carrier!

[@altf4755]

just got one, fits amazing and I love it

[@ManCubHarkness]

Been researching this plate carrier for most of the day, this video was most informative. Thank you, sir, I believe I am sold. My one concern as others have mentioned below is with the elastic material stretching out over time. Do you have any comment on that point?

[@tangozulu]

I have had this plate carrier for over 7 years and the elastic is still in good order, don't forget that should it ever wear out it is replaceable and can even be upgraded and changed for a rigid system if you so wish with a little bit of customization. I have extensively modified mine to include, quick release side buckles; interchangeable front placards using English Virtus issued front panels that are also 8 rows of molle wide and have the buckles already in place, drag handle modification that has a cobra buckle system that connects to your belt. this means when you are dragged the drag handle goes thru the plate carrier and drags you from your middle back of your belt system, this stops the plate carrier riding up and choking your neck.

[@accestos]

I Love how easy this kzbin.infoUgkxvAj3godqGAIP5rApM1laH767JGtPG1-h carrier is to adjust from my friend to me taking turns holding the baby! It provides great support on my back too! This has definitely made shopping easier! I always get asked where I get it too!

[@aussing92]

I swear by this plate carrier have one in multicam and one in sandstone. Use it as a weight vest and plate carrier. The comfort and breathability is next to non. Thannks for the review which solidfied my decision in purchasing the tactec

[@Tactiholics]

I'm glad you the video helped and you're liking the rig!

[@preacher1776]

Just came across your video. Very well done and informative. Just what I was looking for as I was looking to replace my old plate carrier. Thanks for doing it.

[@Tactiholics]

+Brian “Gunslinger” Gleason No sweat, I'm glad you got the info you needed from it! Thanks for the feedback!

[@Bhunter957]

Brother,,, I can't thank you enough for the great video. I just got my carrier today and i have to do some serious adjusting. Your video was the only video I found that I would consider instructional with real hands-on inside access to the workability of this vest and 5.11 should be paying you for it. Bravo!

[@TrinityHealth215]

I am so happy with this PC and very happy with this video!

[@Tactiholics]

+Mondo Gonzo Glad you enjoyed it, thank you much!

[@TacticalRealityCheck]

Outstanding review of the design features! After watching your video I immediately opted for the TacTec PC and never regretted it. I´ll use it for active shooter responding as well as for high risk warrants and it serves my very well. Thanks for the video & stay safe

[@Tactiholics]

+Marcus Wagner Awesome, glad you're happy with it! Thanks for the support!

[@corazzinatanner498]

Nice video, however I never see anybody do review with side plates. I get it most people don't think or care to run side plates, how ever some of us do or have to comply to unit SOP. Since 5.11 does make a side carrier for its TACTEC with 6x8 plates in mind, could you please do a review of these.

[@RobertMc0811]

I still cant find how to properly install the side panels

[@thematty2303]

Thanks for the reply, I'm from the UK so will only be using this for airsoft (I know it sounds crazy that I'll be using something like this for airsoft) however In the future I will be most likely travelling around a bit and coming to America to do some shooting so I love watching channels like this and I was surprised when I saw your subscriber count as based on this video I thought you had a lot more.

[@Tactiholics]

We're growing all the time but please share the videos and help us grow the subscribers more! If/when you get over here, enjoy your range time!

[@thematty2303]

ill share it round then and sub.

[@MarkSamurai5]

+thematty using this plate carrier for airsoft doesn't sound crazy at all

[@ChadCyr]

Although it is not very popular, I think it is a great carrier (especially for the price point). I have one in OD green that I bought several months ago. I pondered on which carrier to buy for a long time and I took a gamble and bought the 5.11 TacTec carrier over other options such as the Banshee, etc. I wish I had a great review like this to reference and steer me at the time of my purchase; I wouldn't have spent so much time trying to figure out if it was really as good as it looks - and it surely is! Great review and thanks for taking the time to put this on KZbin. Best Regards, Chad

[@Tactiholics]

Chad Cyr No problem at all Chad, glad you like the video and the TacTec carrier...it's a good one!Thanks for watching!

[@tnh723]

how are the elastics holding up?

[@strght_flxing]

Great in depth review! I feel more confident purchasing this plate carrier to run my system

[@northernsurvivalbackcountr4986]

Been looking for long time for PC I think I'm gonna get this one looks very good great vid

[@Tactiholics]

+NORTHERN SURVIVAL BACKCOUNTRY Thanks for the comment, its a great carrier that should serve you well!

[@cameronbrown3490]

Another great video man I'm about to order mine can't wait

[@Tactiholics]

Awesome dude, glad to hear! Thanks for watching!

[@marcusamyotte5672]

Thx for the vid, very well done. Best vid on this subject, play safe little brother.

[@Tactiholics]

Glad you liked it. Thanks for watching man

[@drmurda]

LARGE SAPI, THANK YOU! I couldn't find this info anywhere...

[@rustyarrington7304]

Nice review! Can you elaborate on the "large" plates you placed in the vest. What were the dimensions? It is not clear if a 11X14 plate will fit in the carrier.

[@Tactiholics]

Glad you like the video! I currently have 10x12" plates in the carrier (I misspoke about the size we used in the video) but there is room to spare - enough that an 11X14" should fit just fine. I'd call 5.11's customer service before ordering just to make sure but I doubt it'd be an issue. That being said, even my 10x12 plates are held securely in place and don't bounce or slide around so this rig does a great job of holding your gear where you want it! Thanks for the comment, I hope this helps!

[@MemphisMark61]

I can see the run and gun @9:30 was a "take two"... ;-)

[@manuvalma1499]

Amazing review!

[@Tactiholics]

+Manu Valma Thank you, I'm glad you enjoyed it!

[@jimmyzulu2939]

Great review! How do you like this carrier over other carriers like the Mayflower apc or the crye jpc? is it comfortable with a backpack on? Thanks.

[@Decompose_Corpse]

would I be able to take the bungie cumberbun out and run a standard molle cumberbun able to use side plates in this plate carrier?

[@Tactiholics]

+Decompose_Corpse Possibly, I'd contact 5.11 on that.

[@Decompose_Corpse]

thanks man, They do actually make their own side panels with standard molle able to hold plates, but you have to use a different skeletonized "cumberbun"

[@nathanielkelsey2337]

can you show us how to run the cord back in after pulling quick release

[@Tactiholics]

You bet, we'll get that up asap!

[@Mosul2003]

Great review....Thanks

[@Tactiholics]

Mosul2003 Glad you liked it, thanks for the feedback!

[@coltonkline5570]

How do you put the plates in correctly or is it just as simple as sliding them in ?

[@Tactiholics]

+Colton Kline Slide them into the pocket inside the carrier and re-secure the Velcro flaps that close the pockets/hold the plates in place

[@jeffmorlen6504]

Great video!

[@eddivision15]

How do you think it would do with the weight of steel plates?

[@Tactiholics]

As long as they're sized to fit I don't think it'd be an issue at all..the padding should still keep you fairly comfortable and keep the shoulder straps from digging into your body

[@shock_tactixextremegamer7541]

Gonna use it fort physical training as well as tactical training.

[@freddyj5845]

So you are able to attach Velcro patches on the front and back? Like say police patch?

[@Tactiholics]

+Freddy J Any type of patch you want yeah

[@das_right9657]

How well would this work with a backpack?

[@jcdo367]

This plate carrier supports soft body armor too? tks excellent review

[@q-tip4723]

Yep.

[@SkyhawkProductions]

Hey, great video review! I just picked up the TacTec. Regarding mag pouches (based on what you have there), would I fit a triple mag pouch and one double stack mag pouch (both from Tactical Tailor) on the same row across?

[@joshbrown23]

What plates are you running with this?

[@therealhorizon612]

Can you change the plates out?

[@Tactiholics]

+TheReal Horizon Plates are not supplied with the carrier but yes, you can run a few different sizes of steel or ceramic plates in this vest. See 5.11's site for details on that!

[@therealhorizon612]

Tactiholics video is three years old and I like how your still on top of your viewers comments. Good job man.👍

[@amovsessian]

What is the white plastic thing that is on the upper right of the carrier webbed through the holes?

[@tcarr1]

It's a cyalume light, generically called a "chemlight" getcyalume.com/

[@lostone260]

Cost efficient

[@mrcheepjew]

Ayy Wisconsin bro

[@focalratio456]

what plates, cut/size, are you running in this PC?

[@focalratio456]

didn't finish the video before i asked this. my bad. carry on good sir

[@Tactiholics]

+casey dierkhising No problem, thanks for watching!

[@davcarter53]

Anyone know if this is within army regs?

[@negretefamily4288]

It is, depends if your unit SOP is "having side plates"

[@juniorslothsix5562]

I just picked it up for $150

[@Tactiholics]

Nice!

[@juniorslothsix5562]

Tactiholics you can get it on Evike.com for $150 right now

[@anraegodley-cooper6321]

My name is Anrae and I'm a Tactiholic, Lol.

[@zeroneutral]

That mannequin got back.

[@TheSecurityCamChannel]

LOL!

[@zeroneutral]

@@TheSecurityCamChannel Top 3 bodycam recommendations for every day security use with emphasis on battery life, video quality, and decent mic?

[@timothykent6046]

Would of been cool if you didn’t almost fall 😂😂😂

[@sledrider908]

Never use this in ANY duty application. Just get a Crye or First Spear PC. 5.11 is crap.

[@glenhoddinott3799]

I keep hearing this, but nobody says WHY it’s crap. What’s wrong with it?

[@Chris_Styles]

Are those mag pouches by 5.11? Are they relatively sturdy while running? Great video

[@Tactiholics]

+Alex R Yes they are 5.11 mag pouches - two different styles obviously, but they hold tight while running/moving

[@thematty2303]

Awesome review and I think I'm gonna pick up one of these for myself

[@Tactiholics]

Glad you liked the video, I hope it works out for you...they're great carriers! Thanks for watching!

[@BT_Spanky]

Great review! I have a black one and a sandstone one. It’s absolutely the best plate carrier I’ve ever used. Much better than the old Interceptor flak jacket we were issued when I was in the Marine Corps in the early 2000s.

[@midnightblue131]

Wow, nice job! Great vid and review. I have the TacTec PC and love it!

[@Tactiholics]

Glad to hear and thanks for the support, we appreciate it!

[@NickNardone]

This video is entirely amazing. Thanks so much. F'ing incredible.

[@Tactiholics]

+Nick Nardone Glad you enjoyed it and thank you so much for the feedback!

[@coojoza]

Best review on this plate carrier... thanks man!

[@Tactiholics]

Thanks dude...share it around! Thanks for watching!

[@tnh723]

Its been a couple of years now. how are the elastics holding up on the sides?

[@Tactiholics]

No issues!

[@russellwong5853]

Quick question, is this Sandstone?

[@KristophTy]

Now what about concealment? I see you placed all your clothing UNDER the vest... What about wearing my Vest OVER my Uniform... (Without a Jacket on)

[@partisanrocktactical2174]

Nice vid bro. Just started my channel. Doing some gear reviews, 5.11, etc.

[@1182tlc]

How does this carrier rate next to the Banshee?

[@Tactiholics]

Having never worn or used the Banshee, but doing some look into that carrier, I'm guessing they'd be comparable. However, I do think (again, without running the Banshee) that the 5.11 yolk system on the shoulder straps would be more comfortable. The Banshee offers a nice feature by having integrated mag pouches...maybe we'll dig one up and run them side by side! Thanks for the comment, I hope this helps!

[@anraegodley-cooper6321]

Great video My Brother in Arms, Blessings.

[@Tactiholics]

+Anrae Godley-Cooper Thanks for watching!

[@partisanrocktactical2174]

great video.

[@Tactiholics]

PartisanRock Thanks!

[@dragonusmc0311]

Good Review.....

[@Tactiholics]

Thanks!

[@TheDevereaux16]

Great review.

[@Tactiholics]

Thanks man, share it around!

[@advrider7777]

Great video 👍

[@rj12w]

Great vid, very informative

[@eperry3585]

awesome review!

[@ember5935]

I bought one from a Filipino brand called “Tactical Joe” and it uses 1050D nylon and costs me $70 which is really cheap for a good quality plate carrier

[@alfredt.5185]

How's the mobility on it? Is it hard to move around compared to other plate carriers that might be a bit smaller?

[@ember5935]

Alfred T. The sides are like the 5.11 Tac Tec, it’s easy to move on a big body too

[@alfredt.5185]

@@ember5935 thanks for the info, what about sitting down?

[@ember5935]

Alfred T. Same thing, but if you lean forward it’s kind of tight at the stomach area.

[@mlevans066]

This is a really good review. You sold me in this. I thought tho was for CrossFit only but you enlighten me. Thanks

[@mindofgod1543]

A lot of people give this carrier a lot of shit because it's from 5.11 or from being made in Vietnam; I have used this a lot for security work and she still holds up fine. I did, however, swap out the cummerbund for the Condor QRS system cummerbund.