6B45 Russian Chest Rig Smersh Military Vest

The Russian tactical chest vest is a type of carrying equipment specially designed for individual combat. Its core function is to efficiently carry ammunition (such as magazines, grenades) and tactical accessories (such as radios, first aid kits). It is usually made of canvas or nylon material. It optimizes access and reduces operational interference through the chest and abdomen mounting layout. Its design originated from the imitation and improvement of the Chinese Type 56 chest. The Soviet Union introduced and localized it during the Afghan war due to actual combat needs, forming models such as Lifchik-1/2 and R22, which became the basis for the Russian army's standard carrier. Core features and evolution Infrastructure: Standard 3-6 magazines are located on the chest, and sundry bags (to accommodate grenades, tools, etc.) are attached on both sides. There is no integrated bulletproof layer, and a bulletproof vest needs to be superimposed. Quick release buckle (shoulder or waist pull ring) and extension webbing (MOLLE system), supports quick release in 1 second or mounting of protective gear. Tactical advantage: The magazine "chest-mounted" layout avoids the waist problem of waist-mounted equipment, and adapts to complex terrain operations such as mountains and cities. Canvas material can be expanded by 50% of ammunition after being soaked in water, improving survivability in emergency situations.