Modular Scalable Vest
The Modular Scalable Vest (MSV) is a bullet-resistant vest that has been introduced by the United States Armed Forces in 2018.
| Modular Scalable Vest | |
|---|---|
A Modular Scalable Vest on display at Fort Belvoir in 2019 | |
| Type | Body armor |
| Place of origin | United States of America |
| Service history | |
| In service | 2018–present |
| Used by | U.S. Army, U.S. Air Force |
The Modular Scalable Vest is replacing all other body armor systems in use, including the OTV (Outer Tactical Vest), IOTV (Improved Outer Tactical Vest) and SPCS (Soldier Plate Carrier System). The MSV is 5 lb (2.3 kg) lighter when fully loaded with ballistic plates compared with its predecessor, the IOTV. The MSV fully loaded weighs 25 lb (11 kg).
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