How to set up your body armor | Special Forces Techniques | Tactical Rifleman

This guide details the installation of an HRT L-BAC Plate Carrier setup, including the Maximus Placard, HydroMax Pack, and Agilite BattleShell phone pouch. The video emphasizes practical application and threat modeling for civilians, distinguishing between genuine utility and aesthetic appeal. Instruction comes from an experienced shooter evaluating real-world threats and gear effectiveness.

This video details a comprehensive setup for the Agilite K Zero plate carrier, focusing on modularity and quick access. Key upgrades include Spear Tubes for rapid cummerbund adjustment and an Agilite Triple Placard for magazine retention. The setup emphasizes efficient organization of essential gear like medical supplies, communication devices, and hydration, aiming for a functional and comfortable loadout for various tactical applications.

This video provides practical advice on setting up a basic combat loadout, focusing on magazine count and essential gear. The instructor, identified as 'your average revisitable basic combat loadout enjoyer,' emphasizes simplicity, reliability, and the importance of hydration. Recommendations include carrying five rifle magazines and two handgun magazines, or opting for seven to ten rifle magazines without a handgun for extended operations. The advice is geared towards AR-15 users and practical application in scenarios like gaming or potential real-world situations.

This guide, presented by Karl Erickson, a former Special Forces operator, details the optimal setup for a tactical plate carrier and belt. It emphasizes critical gear placement for rapid access in high-stress situations, focusing on medical equipment like tourniquets and IFAKs. The instruction highlights the importance of ambidextrous accessibility for life-saving tools.

This guide details the step-by-step installation and setup of the Spiritus Systems LV-120 Plate Carrier, as demonstrated by the product designer. It covers attaching shoulder straps (both fixed and Tubes compatible), installing cummerbunds with shock cord tensioning, securing excess material, and final adjustments for optimal fit and placard attachment. The instructions emphasize proper component engagement and tension management for a secure and functional carrier setup.

This video details a comprehensive breacher kit setup, emphasizing organization and accessibility of specialized tools for demolition and tactical operations. The instructor, an HR breacher, explains the purpose of each component, from ammunition and medical supplies to firing systems and custom breaching tools. The setup prioritizes rapid access to critical items, redundancy for electrical initiation, and adaptability for various mission requirements, highlighting the importance of both specialized gear and simple, reliable tools.

Instruction from Karl Erickson of Tactical Rifleman demonstrates a critical close-quarters combat technique: using a tactical fixed blade knife to create space when an opponent attempts to grab a pistol. The video highlights the risks of close-range pistol draws and advocates for a knife transition to safely disengage and re-establish a firing platform. This technique emphasizes anatomical targets for creating distance rather than immediate lethal force.

This guide details a Navy SEAL's CQC room clearing technique, emphasizing 'economy of motion' and precise footwork. It highlights the critical 'long step' maneuver for maintaining balance and readiness when entering a corner-fed room, contrasting it with the dangerous 'short step.' The instruction, delivered by a subject matter expert, focuses on life-saving fundamentals for tactical proficiency.

This guide details an emergency ammo resupply technique using a standard USGI 6-Pocket Bandolier, as demonstrated by Karl Erickson from Tactical Rifleman. It explains how to utilize the bandolier's expandable pockets, designed for 5.56mm magazines, to rapidly pack ammunition for field resupply. The technique emphasizes efficient loading and compact storage for integration into tactical kits.

This video provides an expert-level ballistic gelatin test comparing 9mm and .45 ACP defensive ammunition. Instruction comes from Pete, a retired USSF member, who details the performance of Barnes TAC-XPD 9mm and Cor-Bon Pow'R Ball .45 ACP. The comparison focuses on penetration depth, wound cavitation, and feeding reliability, particularly for 1911 platforms.