Plate carrier Wosport CIRAS MAR — TAN

The Wosport CIRAS MAR is a tactical plate carrier in 600D cordura aimed at those looking for a modular platform that comes ready to use, without needing to purchase pouches separately. Designed to accept ballistic plates in standard format, it offers an extended MOLLE surface on the front, back and side panels, with an empty weight of 2 080 g that places it in the mid range for this category of load-bearing gear.

The standard kit includes double and triple M4/M16 magazine pouches, two single pistol pouches, a radio pouch and admin pouches: anyone going straight into operational use will find a functional setup without any further work. The MOLLE system allows every element to be reorganised or supplemented, adding specialised pouches or a dump pouch to match a specific working layout. The trade-off to consider is this: a pre-equipped vest reduces setup time and initial cost, but those with very specific configuration requirements may find themselves removing already-mounted pouches to replace them with dedicated solutions, with total weight climbing quickly compared to a lighter chest rig.

The 600D fabric provides abrasion resistance suited to heavy use in outdoor and range environments. The closure is not a single-lever quick-release: the fastening is traditional, which offers greater robustness and a lower risk of accidental opening, but requires more time to remove the system in an emergency. Anyone operating in contexts where quick-release is a safety requirement should consider this carefully before purchasing.

Key points

• MOLLE surface on front, back and sides allows load distribution to be customised without any positional constraints.
• Double and triple M4/M16 magazine pouches included as standard: fast reloads available without additional accessories.
• Two integrated pistol pouches keep the sidearm accessible on either side.
• Integrated radio pouch and admin pouch keep communications and documents separate and within reach.
• 600D cordura withstands wear from contact with vegetation, equipment and the abrasive surfaces typical of outdoor and range use.
• Empty weight of 2 080 g: load-carrying performance balanced between integrated kit and manageability during extended wear.

In the box

• Wosport CIRAS MAR plate carrier (TAN colour)
• 2 single pistol pouches
• 1 double M4/M16 magazine pouch
• 1 triple M4/M16 magazine pouch
• 1 radio pouch
• Admin pouches