HRT Rac Plate Carrier : A carrier and weapon system in one
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 11 ก.ย. 2021
- In this review, we take a look at another highly requested plate carrier with the HRT RAC and see how it stacks up and performs as a duty carrier.
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Breaking down the front bag first, we see the front has two loop back molle sections along with one standard molle band. The sides of the loop back molle section also have an area to place in ITW clips to connect in a placard or connect the placard in via molle bands. The placard attachment method is absolutely the best in the business and also allows connection of the Haley Hitchhike so you can actually access your rear pack.
The front of the carrier has two large loop backed portions to connect in your cummerbund and placard. Take note that this does not have a molle section and you would need a molle placard adapter or other equipment in order to connect in legacy molle pouches.
At the bottom, the plate bag pouch connects on the inside of the carrier so you have a very large variation in plate sizes.
On the rear of the front bag we see two loop backed sections at the top in order to swap the one QD buckle from the left or right of the carrier. Along the front of the plate bag are also two loop backed molle strips where you can connect in pads like the PIG pontoon. It may not be needed though as the HRT RAC also has two foam pads that run along this section on the inside of the carrier. The nice part is that if you don’t like these pads, you can always open the bottom and remove them.
Moving to the shoulder straps, we see that there is only one shoulder QD that can be swapped between sides and the other is just a regular strap connection. While the strap could easily be cut, I still would have liked to see the QD on both sides as sizing is a bit of a challenge in the current configuration. The shoulder strap covers are also nicely padded but not too bulky. Along the shoulder pads is also additional cable management with another small section built into the rear of the shoulder strap to further aid in cable and antenna routing.
Moving to the rear bag, we have the shoulder strap sewn directly into the rear bag as we have seen on almost all the setups. Also included is a drag handle that is attached tightly to the rear bag. On the rear bag we see a proprietary back panel system with two loop back sections, 5 tabs, and 4 zipper sections.
The rear bag system allows you to mix and match pouches for various mission sets. So you could run a full row of GP pouches and then attach a maximus pouch above it. Or you could fill both slots with the HRT hydromax. This system is versatile in that allows a large variety of HRT products and those products aren’t priced like many other companies where the rear pouches cost more than the carrier.
Moving to the cummerbund, we used the 2 band molle style. The two band molle allows for you to connect in mag pouches easily and I used the Ten speed mag pouch to add two 556 magazines. The cummerbund also offers a slit to add soft armor but the inclusion of soft armor and it’s non-standard spacing would make for a fairly limiting level of protection. The cummerbund connects and adjusts in the rear via elastic bungee. This is not my favorite connection method as it makes adjustment challenging and I would have difficulty sizing the carrier around really small or large frames with this one size of the cummerbund.
Next, we went into a series of tests and we took a look at where the HRT RAC measured up on our plate carrier ranking chart.
Hopefully, this review of the HRT RAC was helpful in your purchasing decision. Stay tuned as we dive into the HRT sporran and HRT Hydromax rear bag to see how they measure up!
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Correction. The cummerbund CAN size smaller easily and I didn't see this very basic and easy way that HRT spells it out.
You just fold the rear section of the cummerbund under itself and connect into the MOLLE.
Look at 3.38 of the included video.
Apologies for the incorrect info.
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Thank you so much! My Brothers and I have been wanting to get ourselves a plate carrier and if it wasn't for your reviews we wouldn't have known so much
Badass! I definitely love looking at all these and showing all the different options.
Glad it helps you!
-Walsh
As always, what a great review! Helps me a lot!
badass, glad to hear. thanks for the comment and for watching!
-Walsh
You make some good review videos my man. Thank you
Glad you like them!
I really enjoy the way you review items and equipment. You actually take into account all of the aspects of what you are reviewing. You should review the Velocity Systems scarab LT/LE.
I appreciate it and noted! We've had a few requests for that one
Burning bridge meme was the best
Hope you’re feeling better Walsh
I'm up today!! much better. Ready for more memes. lol thanks for checking on me. I appreciate it
-Walah
Absolutely love my RAC
I have and like this plate carrier. And I had the same reaction, problem, questions. Etc. As you did regarding the two different shoulder steps as p configurations. They work just fine but do mess with my OCD too. At first I thought I was doing somth iij ng wr ok ng but eventually I realized that I had it set up as intended. I do like the doeble back zipper back panel allowing a lot of options in configuration. The full mole panels. for front and or rear really give a lot of flexibility which I like. I find I have no trouble at all with the zippers. I thought I might but no ,they are no problem for me. I just have standard cummerbund and it works but will be upgrading to the quick locking tubes and open straps style( forget what you call that..) lastly, I find this plate carrier a lot cooler to wear in the summer as opposed to heavier fully padded carriers. I'd place it right with the Agelite , in cold weather I'd oot possibly for Agelitr , depending on what other upper garment. Sweater etc I'm wearing but for warmer weather I'd choose the HTC .
Despite already owning the SPC I’m eagerly awaiting your review.
Great video Walsh 👍!
lol I love this....Thanks...Mike Wollen haha
In regards to disliking the back panel zippers, they have the HRT HRAC which has a molle rear bag. So if that's what you want it's an option
Oh noted! And I don't "dislike" it. It's just not a preference for what I envision as my mission set. Yours may likely be very different and why it's so important to think about what you need. The RAC is an awesome carrier though!
Thanks for the tip
-Walsh
I got the HRAC because I had no intention of using their back panel system. I run the Haley Strategic flat pack 2.0 like you’ve shown before. It saved me money over the RAC.
I definitely prefer using a placard to traditional MOLLE front, and you can get a MOLLE placard if you want to run pouches you already have. So I don’t see that as the negative you do.
I’m looking forward to hearing more about the sporran pouch. I’ve been trying to find out more about the available options for those before I buy one.
Yea I really like the placard setup myself too but I try to highlight it so people are aware...IF they are trying to use that setup. And also concur with you on the flatpack, this would be awesome with a flatpack and a hitchhike. The sporran seems awesome and I'll report back soon! I'm still putting it through some paces.
Thanks for watching and supporting us as always!
-Walsh
That buckle is single sided so theres nothing getting in the way of shouldering a rifle…i dig it. I just have an issue with sandwich board carriers so im trying the crye avs now…that harness system looks great
I have the HRAC which is similar to the RAC but it's cheaper and has a molle back and no buckle on the top strap. When i fit it to me I took the straps off with the plates in and set the plates to where they're supposed to be at, and had my brother place the back section then we both connected the straps. The HRT youtube shows you how you can adjust the cummerbund if it doesn't fit you out of the box.
That's a good idea to adjust the shoulders, makes it a lot easier. And it's easy to adjust.. just a tad harder to make small or fast adjustments. I don't hate it but there are some things worth highlighting.
Good point on the cummerbund video too. I'll pin this to help others!
-Walsh
Hey just wanted to let everyone know hope he sees this. So I bought the Maximus plackard when I got my HRAC. Recently bought a harness fro. HRT but the old ones (at least a year ago) do not have harness attachment loops and I contacted them to find an accessory to connect the old one. Their response was "that would be your problem." With that kind of customer service I don't recommend anybody buy from this company. I won't be buying anything from their anymore either.
@@chaos0021 toss me some photos of what you're working with to thinlinedefenseco@gmail.com and I'll help with a connection solution!
-Walshy
This guy is like watching AngryCops and Garandthumb at the same time. Subbed.
haha I feel like I need to watch angrycops now
-Walsh
btw i appreciate the honest review.
thank YOU for watching and supporting our honesty lol
-Walsh
Well that answered my question it’s a no for that one if the position of the buckles were swapped so the right buckle was higher I’d think about it but definitely going with the k19 seems like the best option by far
Hey I’m loving my HRT hrac carrier. More versatility than the proprietary rac setup. Can you tell me what size your carrier is? I was sent a medium when I requested a large. Is there much a difference between the two sizes? Love the channel bro!
Hey enjoyed the video. My brother plans on buying the hrt rac was curious if the axl equinox cummerbund would work on this?
Not a deal breaker for me personally with the RAC zippers, but thankfully they offer a MOLLE only back panel with the HRAC.
I'd love to see you review the LBT G3 carrier
I've love to review one of those myself! I'll try to ask LBT if we can see one.
Lol love this video you had me at chesticals
haha glad you enjoyed and thanks for watching. We really appreciate the support to our small channel!
-Walsh
6:20 HRT offers a molle placard on their website if u want to use ur own molle mag pouches.
I tried adding the link but i think TH-cam took the comment down because of it.
Thanks for adding this. I wasn't tracking the MOLLE placard. I try to mention clearly that it's not a huge deal but it's awesome to see there IS a solution for that.
thanks for the tip and hopefully more viewers will see this. There was a few things I missed on this one unfortunately lol
Awesome review, and you have a new subscriber.
Do you have a review on the Crye AVS? Been interested in that one for a little while, but I'm not sure I can justify the purchase quite yet lol.
I don't but I'm sure I will eventually. I have an SPC but the AVS is the load bearing one if I'm not mistaken
-Walsh
@@ThinLineDefenseCo yep! According to Crye:
"Introducing the AVS™ - a revolutionary system that quickly configures as anything from a low-vis rig to a fully armored load-bearing vest…"
So it sounds like another modular system (I do get tired of proprietary designs sometimes TBH) that's just that more in depth than something like the HRT.
Please review the banshee 3.0 fro, shellback
Direct Actions : Spitfire MK II would be interesting to add to the plate carrier review list. Probably just like the JPC I would imagine at first glance.
noted! I'll add it to the list. I appreciate the suggestion and thanks for watching.
-Walsh
I see that you have a Crye SPC, but I do not see a review from you. I am looking into the Crye SPC and I would love a review from you. I appreciate the content you produce and I like the way you review gear, so it would mean a lot to me if you create a video on the Crye SPC. Thank you, keep up the good work!
it's absolutely on the list!! Great carrier but there are some limits and ways to improve it. Look for that in the near future.
-Walsh
I’m curious, are you considering doing a review of the Qore Performance Ice Plate plate carrier and hydration system?
Lol very unlikely. That junk is like 600-800 dollars.
There is no reason why you couldn't get a crye SPC + eagle ergo and a water pouch for half the cost... And twice the usefulness.
Edit: the 225 ipad cooling case was too much for me lol hard pass.
That pad could be for when/if you are dragged by a buddy using the drag handle on the rear plate bag. The front plate will tend to ride against your chin while you are being dragged to safety, who knows, just a thought.
Ohhh!! Good point. I should just ask hrt lol I think you're on to something though
I think you could fold the back of the cumberbun under itself and then just tie into the molle straps instead of the holes..it would be just like the other one you liked, should be as small as you need for anyone.. right?
4:36 that padded section is so should you PC jump up and hit you in the face it won’t hurt as much, Blackhawks slick PC’s have the same thing
appreciate it! I was just guessing but I figured it was something to protect my face lol
thanks for the input and for commenting!
-Walsh
Negative on this unit for me, great video as usual Walsh!
I wanna see you do a reload with those mags from the rear pack, lmao!!
hahah with my flexibility... yea not happening but haha I'm with you. let's try it!
thanks for the crazy support you always give.
-Walshy
Lol I was thinking the same with the back mags but then I wondered if ur working with other ppl and they need a mag for whatever reason they can grab one from u without dipping into ur supply. Probably not realistic tho.
What was that insert at 26:22? I like how it has velcro/kydex and indexes those magazines! Been looking for something like that for my maximus placard in the front!
Those are Esstac inserts with the little Velcro tabs to make it work. Search Mk4 Esstac adapter on eBay and you'll see the little adapters. Get the tall inserts from Esstac... I learned that.
let me know if you have more questions!
-Walsh
@@ThinLineDefenseCo thanks dude, awesome reviews I upgraded my plate carrier to an agilite with a HRT maximus because of your videos, they are working great together!
@@KingArthur129 that combo is my favorite. And it doesn't break the bank! Wait till I show you the AMAP III... You'll love it
@@ThinLineDefenseCo I look forward to it!
Solid review! I like being able to replace the padding in there, that’s well thought out, as well as the cable management. The rest………..that cummerbund just begs to be swapped out. And I’m with you on the back zipper madness.
I WAS wrong as it can be sized down easier than I thought, but it still uses the elastic bungee. I did put a Arbor Arms elastic cummerbund on it! It's super nice.
If it isn't asking touch do you think you can review the skelitac plate carrier by ace links? It's a completely different kind of plate carrier and it's its skeletonized supposedly its for weight reduction. I want to see if it's realy worth it.
I'll see if we can get one! the crye SPC has a very similar minimal design like that one does. I'll reach out to ace link though!
-Walsh
Im just here for walsh.
He could be talking bout the most Boring thing on earth... and id still listen to him..a gui lite!
Haha well I'll try to pick cool things to talk about! Gui lite? Lol
Thanks for the support!
-Walsh
Hi, will ak 74 mags fit in the maximus placard, i'm really unsure because i'm an ak guy and heard that some carriers fit ak mags and some not.
Not trying to ignore your comments, I just don't have Ak mags. I'd hit up HRT, they're super responsive!
Bro, has anyone ever told you that you look like Marshall from How I Met Your Mother? Anyways, nice review, I picked one up in Coyote brown.
I would say the padding on the top of the front plate bag would be simply for comfort. Coming from personal experience wearing plate carriers for long periods of time, sitting or riding in vehicles, you want some padding to rest your chin on.
Makes sense!
I am a little bit torn between the HRT RAC and the Agilite K-Zero....
Since I just modified my JPC 1.0 (finally after 8 years lol) to my needs, I am not in dire need anymore :D
But I am still unsure which plate carrier to get next....
both are great and we have discount codes for both....but that K-zero really does some amazing things. The LBAC would be the only one that could compete with it but those two carriers have wildly different roles.
-Walsh
I have this system in MCB. Sadly still waiting on MCB cummerbunds to come back in stock.
No idea your thoughts on elastic cummerbunds but I really really like this arbor arms one on the HRT RAC.
MCBASMENT for the win!
Sounds spiritus systems ish kind of problem with availability? Walsh?
@@ThinLineDefenseCo I’m fairly new to plate carriers so I haven’t experienced elastic cummerbunds yet, but I appreciate the suggestion. I’ll definitely look into them.
Got to say, the stitching and PALS webbing looks cheap and very “airsoft”. I don’t think I saw any bar tacks at high wear areas or corners and it would benefit from some double / reinforced stitching at points. I cannot tell you how many times I have busted stitching on issued packs and armor carriers. Great Review.
same exact thoughs, and after seeing/handling some in real life the molle and some of the stitch patterns make it look like chinesium lol
I'm not a fan of 500d for a plate carrier or even pouches.
As Boris the Blade said: "weight is a sign of reliability"
@@FlankerJackChannel as someone who makes gear, 500D is more than strong enough for a plate carrier
When are you gonna do a proper show and tell on that SPC setup?
haha it seems like a popular request. it's up as the next carrier
Subscribed. Please review the Velocity Scarab! Pretty plz…
hah lots of requests for that one. I did email velocity systems and didn't hear much. I'll reach out again!
-Walsh
@@ThinLineDefenseCo I hear almost nothing negative about it but there is no in-depth reviews that answer the questions you answer. Keep up the good content. Thank you
Agilite is that 🔥🔥🔥🔥 Oh shit wait! This is an HRT plate carrier review!
What’s the beef with spiritus? Also, do you guys still like the axl eclipse belt? The internet seems to be very critical of tegris in belts. I recently saw the non helo rated chlk belt from BFG. It’s freaking sweet. Not released yet but nice
We don't share the same vision is all. No love lost. The Axl eclipse is still MY favorite but if it works for you may depend on what you're doing with it. I'd be SUPER excited to see the BFG in a non-helo form. I hope they fix the front Velcro though. Mine was almost completely destroyed from my small review.
@@ThinLineDefenseCo I’ll have to re watch it. I don’t have a huge amount of experience with high belts but it was nice. Definitely keeping an eye on its release. It should cost less so I’m hoping 175 ish but didn’t get an estimate. What was the Velcro issue?
@@adamdyment9732 the belt connects in two places, one at the front and one at the overlap. It's was touted as a key feature to have a dual connect... But the second one wears out super super fast and doesn't have the double connection like the Axl eclipse has.
@@ThinLineDefenseCo it was definitely the different style of hook on the belt.
Team Edward vs Team Jacob
What bladder do you have in the hydromax?
I don't have one currently but I'd just use a source bladder. probably 3-4L
most likely 3 and too much water is absolutely obnoxious.
-Walsh
chin pad is for ied or mines
Can you do a plate carrier review of shepperd by guard dog
I can try to reach out.. I will say that you're in the style and cost of the LAPG atlas... just get that.
I'd like you to try the Condor MOPC to fight the second place spot of the LAPG plate carrier. Regards from Argentina
Cordor gets a lot of grief but I've not seen someone destroy one from overuse. It IS primarily used in airsoft but most civilians would be served just fine with one of those carriers and some quality ceramic plates.
@@ThinLineDefenseCo now you have a perfect excuse for a review
@@AirsoftReviewArgentina hahah that I do. Appreciate it and take care in Argentina!!
-Walsh
Do you know if RMA plates Level III+ Model 1093
Size: 10.25″ x 13.25″
Would fit into their large
ooof I don't. I'd email them or hit them up on Instagram. HRT replies pretty quickly
This is in an in-depth review. I disagree with some of the complaints and don't find them particularly applicable in duty situations. I don't like the idea of 2 buckles because that just provides one extra failure point for the system. I also don't think there is an issue with rifle placement. I swapped the bucket over to the other side b/c I'm a lefty and there are no issues. That includes running prone with the 6.5 C. As for the back, I typically run slick, but I have used the hydration expandable sleeve for training and workout days. I'd give the carrier a 9.2 out of 10.
I nit pick but it is absolutely a great carrier. I LOVE the guys at HRT too. You absolutely can't go wrong with this carrier.
-Walsh
@@ThinLineDefenseCo If I had one issue, it would be that thinner plates (less than .75") don't fit as snug. That's really it.
Can you review trexarms plate carrier?
The ac1?
What size carrier are you using ?
sorry for the delay, had to check it. I have a large.
-Walsh
Did I miss the part about the dangler pouch?
I only teased it :/
This is Harry bologna. New account...again.
harry... how do you keep losing your accounts??
@@ThinLineDefenseCo TH-cam's censorship is out of hand
@@mikehawkswollen5819 hahah you're doing something wild that you don't share
Oh no, you didnt lick the boot of Spirtus, get ready for some hate rain.
lol yea apparently people think I'm some super soldier... with my kids slide in the background. be scared of me lol
Does anyone know if the Haley placard will fit on the carrier
Just tested it for you. Dc3rm fits perfectly on the RAC
@@ThinLineDefenseCo thank you so much
I like the simplicity of this but can’t get over how sloppy the front bag is looks loose and baggy
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I'm sure it's good equipment that will fit someone's need but the current trend in body armor is to make it too busy and too complicated.
Everyone's trying to reinvent the wheel.
while you certainly could overload it... you could certainly run it minimal too. An elastic cummerbund with some side mag pouches and just call it a day? I could see that.
@@ThinLineDefenseCo 99% of us will never need a quick release system
@@FlankerJackChannel true... But I consider it a must have. Took a hit? Cutting your carrier off you to pack and tq a wound takes time.
Vehicle roll on to water and only one side is free... Unhook.
While I absolutely agree with you, I find it more a need. And remember... I am NOT king Tactical guy.
If it's not important to you, ignore that part lol
-Walsh
It's a damn shame the MultiCam black is LG only😤
🤣🤣 2:09
That was a tribute... to Hairy Baloney. You probably wouldn't know him.
I was going to give you extra points for spelling everything out, but by the 10 minute mark you'd slung so many initials and acronyms without explaining what each is that the extra points were out.
I liked that you were bothered by proprietary stuff that wouldn't work well with other stuff.
I like that you showed us both what you did and didn't like.
I prefer that you go into a video project thinking that your viewers know nothing.
I know experienced folks may not like that as much.
Perhaps you were trying to take both groups into consideration.
You did reveal the meaning of some of the initials and acronyms you used.
Thanks.
I'm big on the oldest method of teaching - Show and Tell.
I would have liked it if you'd shown us the item every time you mentioned it, complete with text, arrows, etc but I know that editing in all that stuff gets expensive, time and money wise. Down the road, artificial intelligence may come in real handy for such editing.
Forward, ever.
noted! I'll try to do better about that. Appreciate the input.
-Walsh
Stitching on that doesnt look too impressive.
First like lmao
You win!! Lol thanks for the support
-Walsh
@@ThinLineDefenseCo not sure if this is a good thing or if it means I have no life. Hahaha
Meh, I'll spend some extra money and buy crye. Not a fan of gear thats named using buzzwords derived from other companies products
I have crye also. Different mission sets and things going on. But I love my crye setup also!
-Walsh