The Ops-Core Future Assault Shell Technology (FAST) Helmet, also known as the FAST helmet is an American combat helmet usually worn by elite Special Forces military operators and even by regular infantry in both Armies and Marine Corps as well as police forces (particularly S.W.A.T. units) in different nations across the world.
The FAST helmet series is characteristic for its shell shape – ear cut geometry which extends critical coverage over the rear occipital bone without load carrier interference, and optimizes weight distribution for increased stability, integration, balance, and improved comfort.
Not to be confused with the Mid-cut Ops-Core Sentinel helmet or its predecessor the MICH helmet.
