MIL-DTL-44117B
3. REQUIREMENTS
3.1 First article. When specified (see 6.2), a sample shall be subjected to first article inspection
(see 6.3) in accordance with 4.2.
3.2 Standard sample. The finished helmet shall match the standard sample for shade and
appearance, and shall, unless otherwise indicated, be equal to or better than the standard sample
with respect to all characteristics for which the standard sample is referenced (see 6.4).
3.3 Design. The Type I complete helmet assembly shall consist of a shell molded from
laminated resin coated reinforcing material, with edge beading and a coated outer surface. The
helmet shall have an attached communications/microphone headset. Helmets and components
shall conform to applicable drawing requirements specified herein. The helmet assembly shall be
in three sizes: Small and Medium according to Drawing 8-2-658, and Large according to Drawing
8-2-659.
3.3.1 Helmet. The finished helmet shall meet the requirements of this specification, referenced
drawings, and parts lists.
3.3.2 Helmet, complete assembly. A complete helmet assembly shall consist of the
components below and be in accordance with Drawing 8-2-600.
a. Outer helmet shell assembly 8-2-601-1&2
b. Inner helmet assembly 8-2-602-1 through 3
c. Headset microphone kit (see 6.2)
d. Labels
e. Instruction Manual
3.3.3 Helmet subassemblies. When specified in the procurement document, modular
subassemblies shall be provided separately from the helmet (see 6.2). The design of the modular
subassemblies shall conform to the drawings as follows:
Outer Helmet Assembly - (see Drawing 8-2-601)
Inner Helmet Assembly (liner minus pads) - (see Drawing 8-2-602-3)
Inner Helmet Assembly (liner with pads) - (see Drawing 8-2-618)
Attachment Tab Assembly - (see Drawing 8-2-604)
Buckle Assembly (also comes with inner helmet assembly) - (see Drawing 8-2-605)
Chin Strap Pad Assembly (comes with inner helmet assembly) - (see Drawing 8-2-611)
Chinstrap Assembly - (see Drawing 8-2-603)
Pads (also comes with inner helmet assembly) - (see Drawing 8-2-618)
Headset-Microphone Kit (see contracting activity)
Spare/Replacement parts (intermediary steps) of items listed above:
Tab Assembly (stitched into inner helmet assembly) - (see Drawing 8-2-606)
Edge Beading (glued to the shell) - (see Drawing 8-2-607)
Earcup securing ring (stitched into inner helmet assembly) - (see Drawing 8-2-612)
Tunnel assembly cordage (stitched to liner) - (see Drawing 8-2-613)
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