SOURCE: AFI
The Royal Moroccan Army has embarked on a significant modernization effort, widely adopting the Kavro MKH/ACH-7 combat helmet, a cutting-edge ballistic protection system manufactured by Kanpur-based MKU Limited of India. This advanced helmet, hailed for its lightweight design, enhanced ballistic protection, and compatibility with modern accessories, marks a milestone in India-Morocco defense cooperation and underscores the growing global reach of India’s Make in India initiative.
The Kavro MKH/ACH-7, an Advanced Combat Helmet (ACH), is engineered using MKU’s proprietary Macromatrix technology, which combines smart materials and advanced manufacturing techniques to deliver uniform protection across the helmet’s compound curves. Weighing approximately 1.2–1.4 kg, the helmet is significantly lighter than traditional models like the PASGT or older Moroccan M51 TTA and M78 F1 helmets, reducing fatigue during extended missions. Its bolt-free design eliminates weak points, ensuring Level IIIA protection against 9mm rounds, high-velocity fragments, and blunt impacts, with a Behind Helmet Blunt Trauma (BHBT) deformation of less than 16mm, minimizing concussion risks.
A standout feature of the Kavro MKH/ACH-7 is its compatibility with the Modular Accessory Connector System (MACS), a bolt-free mounting platform that supports a range of head-mounted devices. These include night vision goggles (NVGs), communication headsets, torches, cameras, and other tactical accessories, enhancing situational awareness for Moroccan soldiers, particularly in low-visibility or high-threat scenarios. The helmet’s TwistFit retention system provides 360-degree stability, ensuring a snug fit and load distribution, even with additional equipment. Its anti-allergic, anti-fungal, and all-weatherproof materials make it resilient across Morocco’s diverse terrains, from arid deserts to mountainous regions.
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