This is a fully assembled chest rig that bundles the Parashooter Gear Type 56M, Minimalist H-Harness, and Flex Fit Harness Mod together for a comfortable, adaptable, rugged, and lightweight setup. It’s primed for use right out of the package; all the end user needs to do is adjust the straps to his or her fit and don the rig.
As the name implies, the Type 56M draws inspiration from the "Chicom" Type 56 chest rig, an antiquated but iconic piece of equipment. The Type 56M chest rig improves upon the classic design by incorporating a variety of modern features and upgraded materials:
● The cotton canvas has been replaced by 500D Cordura nylon, making the rig lighter, stronger, and more water-resistant than the original.
● It substitutes the sewn-in X-harness with a Minimalist H-Harness for improved comfort and better load distribution.
● Flex Fit Harness Mods have been installed to keep the rig secure and prevent flopping during movements while also accommodating for seasonal clothing changes and unrestricted breathing.
● All three magazine pouches of the new design measure slightly shorter than the originals, enabling standard capacity AK magazines to protrude just enough for more secure grasp during reloads.
● The magazine pouch closures have been upgraded from canvas and wooden toggles to bungee and button closures, ensuring both quick and quiet access to munitions.
● The traditional ancillary pouches have been replaced with MOLLE webbing, providing end users with the flexibility to attach a diverse range of pouches tailored to their operational requirements, such as comms, hydration, and first aid.
● A Velcro panel has been integrated into the back of the chest rig that is compatible with most dangler-style pouches.