Name: Responder Ballistic Vest Cummerbund
Brand: North American Rescue
Price: 199.99 USD
Availability: InStock

$199.99

PRODUCT INFORMATION

North American Rescue · Level IIIA Soft Armor

Responder Ballistic Vest Cummerbund

A soft-armor cummerbund that extends the NAR Responder Ballistic Vest’s Level IIIA coverage around the lateral torso — the chest and flank a front-and-rear vest leaves open. At 22 × 6 × 0.5 in and 1.71 lb it is slim enough to wear under turnout gear or an EMS jacket for a full shift, and it is offered in solid and high-visibility reflective colorways.

NIJ 0101.06 Level IIIASpecial-threat & frag tested1.71 lb · 0.5 in.PFAS-free

Your plates cover front and back. The line your arms swing past every time you turn is the one nobody buys armor for.

What's Included

One cummerbund per unit, in eleven colorways. Panel, dimensions and protection level are identical across the range; the reflective options add high-visibility trim. Tap a colorway.

VIEW ▾Black

1× Responder Ballistic Vest Cummerbund, Black
NIJ 0101.06 Level IIIA soft armor panel, special-threat and frag tested
22 × 6 × 0.5 in · 1.71 lb · maximum waist 52 in.
Multiple MOLLE attachment points for vest integration
PFAS-free construction
Side Armor Pouches and hard armor side plates sold separately

VIEW ▾Coyote Tan

1× Responder Ballistic Vest Cummerbund, Coyote Tan
NIJ 0101.06 Level IIIA soft armor panel, special-threat and frag tested
22 × 6 × 0.5 in · 1.71 lb · maximum waist 52 in.
Multiple MOLLE attachment points for vest integration
PFAS-free construction
Side Armor Pouches and hard armor side plates sold separately

VIEW ▾Red

1× Responder Ballistic Vest Cummerbund, Red
NIJ 0101.06 Level IIIA soft armor panel, special-threat and frag tested
22 × 6 × 0.5 in · 1.71 lb · maximum waist 52 in.
Multiple MOLLE attachment points for vest integration
PFAS-free construction
Side Armor Pouches and hard armor side plates sold separately

VIEW ▾Navy Blue

1× Responder Ballistic Vest Cummerbund, Navy Blue
NIJ 0101.06 Level IIIA soft armor panel, special-threat and frag tested
22 × 6 × 0.5 in · 1.71 lb · maximum waist 52 in.
Multiple MOLLE attachment points for vest integration
PFAS-free construction
Side Armor Pouches and hard armor side plates sold separately

VIEW ▾Black w/Orange Reflective

1× Responder Ballistic Vest Cummerbund, Black w/Orange Reflective
NIJ 0101.06 Level IIIA soft armor panel, special-threat and frag tested
22 × 6 × 0.5 in · 1.71 lb · maximum waist 52 in.
Multiple MOLLE attachment points for vest integration
PFAS-free construction
Reflective trim for night-scene visibility
Side Armor Pouches and hard armor side plates sold separately

VIEW ▾Black w/Yellow Reflective

1× Responder Ballistic Vest Cummerbund, Black w/Yellow Reflective
NIJ 0101.06 Level IIIA soft armor panel, special-threat and frag tested
22 × 6 × 0.5 in · 1.71 lb · maximum waist 52 in.
Multiple MOLLE attachment points for vest integration
PFAS-free construction
Reflective trim for night-scene visibility
Side Armor Pouches and hard armor side plates sold separately

VIEW ▾Coyote w/Orange Reflective

1× Responder Ballistic Vest Cummerbund, Coyote w/Orange Reflective
NIJ 0101.06 Level IIIA soft armor panel, special-threat and frag tested
22 × 6 × 0.5 in · 1.71 lb · maximum waist 52 in.
Multiple MOLLE attachment points for vest integration
PFAS-free construction
Reflective trim for night-scene visibility
Side Armor Pouches and hard armor side plates sold separately

VIEW ▾Coyote w/Yellow Reflective

1× Responder Ballistic Vest Cummerbund, Coyote w/Yellow Reflective
NIJ 0101.06 Level IIIA soft armor panel, special-threat and frag tested
22 × 6 × 0.5 in · 1.71 lb · maximum waist 52 in.
Multiple MOLLE attachment points for vest integration
PFAS-free construction
Reflective trim for night-scene visibility
Side Armor Pouches and hard armor side plates sold separately

VIEW ▾Navy w/Yellow Reflective

1× Responder Ballistic Vest Cummerbund, Navy w/Yellow Reflective
NIJ 0101.06 Level IIIA soft armor panel, special-threat and frag tested
22 × 6 × 0.5 in · 1.71 lb · maximum waist 52 in.
Multiple MOLLE attachment points for vest integration
PFAS-free construction
Reflective trim for night-scene visibility
Side Armor Pouches and hard armor side plates sold separately

VIEW ▾Red w/Orange Reflective

1× Responder Ballistic Vest Cummerbund, Red w/Orange Reflective
NIJ 0101.06 Level IIIA soft armor panel, special-threat and frag tested
22 × 6 × 0.5 in · 1.71 lb · maximum waist 52 in.
Multiple MOLLE attachment points for vest integration
PFAS-free construction
Reflective trim for night-scene visibility
Side Armor Pouches and hard armor side plates sold separately

VIEW ▾Red w/Yellow Reflective

1× Responder Ballistic Vest Cummerbund, Red w/Yellow Reflective
NIJ 0101.06 Level IIIA soft armor panel, special-threat and frag tested
22 × 6 × 0.5 in · 1.71 lb · maximum waist 52 in.
Multiple MOLLE attachment points for vest integration
PFAS-free construction
Reflective trim for night-scene visibility
Side Armor Pouches and hard armor side plates sold separately

▾Specifications

Responder Ballistic Vest Cummerbund — specifications

Specification	Detail
Manufacturer	North American Rescue
Protection level	NIJ 0101.06 Level IIIA, plus special-threat and fragmentation testing
Test standard & edition	NIJ 0101.06
Special-threat tested against	9mm SXT · 5.7×28 SS195 / SS197 · .40 S&W · RCC fragment simulants 2–64 grains
Dimensions	22 × 6 × 0.5 in
Weight	1.71 lb
Maximum waist	52 in.
Attachment	Multiple MOLLE attachment points
Plate compatibility	The cummerbund does not itself take a hard plate. Its MOLLE attachment points accept the NAR Responder Vest Side Armor Pouches, which are built to receive 6 in. × 8 in. hard armor side plates — pouches and plates sold separately.
System	NAR Responder Ballistic Vest IIIA system
PFAS-free	Yes
Colorways (live)	Black · Coyote Tan · Red · Navy Blue · Black w/Orange Reflective · Black w/Yellow Reflective · Coyote w/Orange Reflective · Coyote w/Yellow Reflective · Navy w/Yellow Reflective · Red w/Orange Reflective · Red w/Yellow Reflective
Warranty	Not stated on the listing
Service life	Not stated on the listing
Shipping restriction	MED-TAC does not ship body armor to Connecticut or New York.

The Level IIIA rating above belongs to the soft armor panel in this cummerbund. Level IIIA is a handgun protection class and is not rated against rifle-caliber rounds. Where an agency requires rifle-threat lateral coverage, that rating belongs to hard armor side plates the buyer sources separately and carries in the Side Armor Pouches — not to the cummerbund.

▾Who Carries It

Fire and EMS wearing ballistic protection as daily response posture, with reflective colorways for night-scene visibility · Rescue task force personnel entering warm-zone active-violence incidents, where threats do not present frontally · Law enforcement building out the Responder Ballistic Vest IIIA system · Agencies running shared-vest programs, where the cummerbund also serves as the fit adjustment that lets one vest sit correctly on different torso dimensions.

The cummerbund is designed for the NAR Responder Ballistic PPE Vest system; compatibility with any other vest platform depends on the attachment interface and should be confirmed against the specific model. Armor fit is a performance question, not a comfort one — a panel that does not sit correctly does not protect what it is meant to. Follow your agency’s armor policy for fitting, threat-level selection and replacement interval.

▾Ballistic Test Data (Manufacturer-Published)

Test data reproduced verbatim as published by North American Rescue. It is the manufacturer’s data, not an independent MED-TAC result.

Threat	Result
V50 — .357 SIG 125gr TMJ	1,867 ft/s · P-BFS avg 27.3 mm
V50 — .44 Mag 240gr JHP	1,661 ft/s · P-BFS avg 36 mm
V50 — 9mm 127gr SXT	1,754 ft/s · P-BFS avg 24.6 mm
P-BFS — .40 cal 165gr GDHP	27.2 mm
P-BFS — 5.7×28 27gr SS195 / SS197	17 mm / 19.3 mm
Fragmentation — 2gr RCC	3,060 ft/s V50
Fragmentation — 64gr RCC	1,866 ft/s V50

Soft armor protects against the threats for which it is certified and tested; it is not rated against rifle-caliber rounds. Special-threat and fragmentation testing sits alongside the NIJ 0101.06 Level IIIA rating, not in place of it. Refer to NAR documentation and your agency’s armor policy for fitting and threat-level selection.

Genuine North American Rescue

Sourced direct from the manufacturer or an authorized master distributor. Ships from MED-TAC International, Pembroke Pines, FL — clinician-founded, veteran-led, SDVOSB-certified.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Available Options:

Black
Coyote Tan
Red
Navy Blue
Black w/Orange Reflective
Black w/Yellow Reflective
Coyote w/Orange Reflective
Coyote w/Yellow Reflective
Navy w/Yellow Reflective
Red w/Orange Reflective
Red w/Yellow Reflective

SPECS & MEASUREMENTS

Specifications coming soon. Contact us for detailed product information.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What ballistic protection does the NAR Responder Cummerbund provide?

The NAR Responder Ballistic Vest Cummerbund provides NIJ 0101.06 Level IIIA soft armor protection to the lateral torso. It is V50 tested at 1,867 ft/s for .357 SIG 125gr TMJ and 1,661 ft/s for .44 Magnum 240gr JHP. Additionally, it has been special threat tested for 9mm 127gr SXT, .40 S&W GDHP, 5.7×28mm SS195/SS197, and fragmentation threats from 2gr through 64gr RCC fragment simulants — performance beyond the NIJ 0101.06 standard test protocol.

What is the maximum waist size the cummerbund accommodates?

The NAR Responder Ballistic Vest Cummerbund accommodates waist sizes up to 52" maximum with hook and loop girth adjustment. A smaller size cummerbund (also available from NAR) covers waist sizes up to 52" for smaller providers (see NAR Responder Ballistic PPE Cummerbund IIIA - Small). The standard cummerbund at 22"×6" dimensions is designed for larger providers requiring more panel coverage.

What are the reflective variant cummerbunds for?

The reflective variants (Black w/ Orange Reflective, Black w/ Yellow Reflective, Coyote w/ Orange Reflective, Coyote w/ Yellow Reflective) incorporate reflective piping or striping on the cummerbund exterior to improve nighttime visibility of personnel wearing the vest. This addresses a specific requirement in fire/EMS operations where responders work in low-light incident scenes and must remain visible to vehicle operators, other responders, and incident commanders operating in the same area.

Is the NAR cummerbund compatible with MOLLE accessories?

Yes. The NAR Responder Ballistic Vest Cummerbund features multiple MOLLE attachment points, allowing mounting of compatible medical pouches, tourniquet holders, and tactical accessories directly to the cummerbund surface. This enables rescue task force personnel to carry point-of-wounding care equipment on the cummerbund without cluttering the vest's front panel, distributing the accessory load around the torso.

Is this cummerbund designed for daily wear by Fire/EMS?

Yes. NAR explicitly designed the Responder Ballistic PPE cummerbund for Fire/EMS personnel who may wear it for daily operations as well as RTF activations. The slim 0.5" panel depth and 1.71 lb weight enable all-day wear without significant fatigue contribution from the cummerbund alone. It is also PFAS-free, reflecting NAR's commitment to reducing chemical exposure for personnel wearing the product daily over multi-year service lives.

Does the Responder Ballistic Vest Cummerbund provide ballistic protection on its own?

The cummerbund is a carrier system. When worn alone without side armor plates/panels, it provides structural support and fit adjustment but limited ballistic protection at the sides. For ballistic side protection, the cummerbund must be paired with the Side Armor Pouches and appropriate side plates.

Is the cummerbund compatible with other body armor vests beyond the NAR Responder Vest?

The cummerbund is designed specifically for the NAR Responder Ballistic PPE Vest system. Compatibility with other vest platforms depends on the attachment interface. Contact MED-TAC International with the specific vest model for compatibility confirmation.

What is the NSN for the Responder Ballistic Vest Cummerbund?

Contact MED-TAC International for current NSN, government pricing, and procurement vehicle options for the cummerbund. It is available as a standalone component for agencies upgrading existing Responder Vest inventories.

Does the cummerbund add significant weight to the vest system?

The cummerbund's weight contribution is minimal compared to the hard armor side plates it may carry. Review the specific weight in the product datasheet. For agencies where all-shift wear is a concern, evaluate the total system weight including cummerbund and any plates.

Can the cummerbund be worn as a small-provider fit solution without side plates?

Yes. The cummerbund's secondary function is providing an additional adjustment range for smaller providers. When used for fit adjustment only (no side plates), it adds minimal weight while ensuring the vest sits correctly on the body — critical for both ballistic performance and comfort during extended wear.

Responder Ballistic Vest Cummerbund

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What ballistic protection does the NAR Responder Cummerbund provide?

What is the maximum waist size the cummerbund accommodates?

What are the reflective variant cummerbunds for?

Is the NAR cummerbund compatible with MOLLE accessories?

Is this cummerbund designed for daily wear by Fire/EMS?

Does the Responder Ballistic Vest Cummerbund provide ballistic protection on its own?

Is the cummerbund compatible with other body armor vests beyond the NAR Responder Vest?

What is the NSN for the Responder Ballistic Vest Cummerbund?

Does the cummerbund add significant weight to the vest system?

Can the cummerbund be worn as a small-provider fit solution without side plates?

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