These are very good pants both for everyday wear and for trips to the mountains. They are exceptionally comfortable, carefully made, and the material feels durable and sturdy. The large number of pockets makes it easy to carry a flashlight, a map, car keys, a smartphone, and many other small items. After washing, they did not lose their color. The waist has quite a wide range of adjustment — according to the size chart, I should have chosen XL, but I bought L, and they fit perfectly.
Helikon-Tex UTP PolyCotton Stretch Rip-Stop Pants - Rhodesian Camo
Tactical UTP (Urban Tactical Pants) pants sewn from high-quality PolyCotton Stretch Rip-Stop fabric with a grammage of 220 g/m2. This fabric is characterized by high resistance to abrasion and tearing, which ensures long-term use. Thanks to the well-thought-out arrangement of numerous pockets, the pants are suitable for both urban environments and outdoor activities.
Resistant PolyCotton Stretch fabric, durable lining and Rip-Stop weave
The 220 g/m2 PolyCotton Stretch fabric consists of breathable cotton (50%), durable polyester (48%) and elastane (2%). It provides a great fit, while distinguishing itself by its resistance to mechanical damage, and is lighter and dries faster compared to all-cotton materials.
The reinforced Rip-Stop weave structure, with thicker threads forming a mesh, protects the fabric from further damage in the event of a hole or tear.
12 functional pockets and compartments for protective inserts
The pants use 12 pockets:
- two classic pockets on the hips, with reinforced edges
- four on the thighs (two wide zippered and two narrow with Velcro)
- four rear pockets (two wide and two narrow, located inside the wide ones)
- two inner pockets in the groin area, ideal for a tactical flashlight or spare magazine
There are partitions at knee height, which allow insertion of protective inserts.
Velcro for width adjustment, stretchable webbing and loops for the equipment
Wide Velcro replaces the traditional button, providing an adjustment of 6 cm. Stretch tape sewn into the waistband provides a better fit. The two front loops are equipped with additional loops, which allow to attach, for example, a carabiner.
Main features
- resistant PolyCotton Stretch fabric
- 220 g/m2 fabric grammage
- Rip-Stop weave
- twelve pockets
- compartments for protective inserts
- Velcro for adjustment
- stretch waist band
- loops for equipment
Rhodesian Camo
Rhodesian Camo is a traditional camouflage pattern developed in the 1960s for the Rhodesian Armed Forces, now Zimbabwe. Designed for regional conflicts like the Bush War (1964-1979), it was tailored to the southern African environment, featuring dry shrublands, grassy plains, and sparse vegetation. Recognizable for its distinctive hand-painted look that mimics brushstrokes, the pattern comprises irregular horizontal shapes in green and brown tones on a light green or sandy backdrop. With a three-color contrasting scheme and a design echoing natural elements such as leaves, branches, and grasses, this camouflage effectively breaks up the silhouette, making detection challenging in densely vegetated landscapes.
MILITARY is the official distributor of Helikon-Tex.
Helikon-Tex is a European company operating since 1983, specializing in the design and production of tactical, military, and outdoor clothing. The brand's range includes a wide selection of products, including clothing, backpacks, bags, and various types of tactical accessories, which have gained popularity among both professionals and enthusiasts of outdoor activities. The offer includes product lines such as Bushcraft - for survival enthusiasts, Law Enforcement - created for uniformed services, and Range - intended for shooters. The company uses modern camouflage patterns, including MultiCam, ATACS, and PenCott, providing effective concealment in various terrain conditions.
| Clothing style | Tactical |
|---|---|
| Color/camouflage | Camouflage |
| Material type | Synthetic-natural |
| Material texture | Rip-Stop (grid) |
| Material flexibility | Extensible |
| Pockets for knee pads | Yes |
| Belt loops | Yes |
| Pocket clasp | Velcro + zipper + open |
| Season | Spring, Autumn |
| Weight | 598 g |
| Membrane | No |
| Waterproof | No |
| Cut | Loose |
| Number of pockets | 12 |
| Camouflage | Rhodesian Camo |
| Gender | Men's |
| Zipper | Zipper |
| Manufacturer code | SP-UTL-SP-1K |
| Brand | Helikon-Tex |
| Main material | 50% Cotton |
| Additional material | 2% elastane, 48% Polyester |
| EAN |
PoliCotton fabric is a blend of polyester and cotton fibers featuring the best qualities of both yarns. Polyester provides strength and flexibility, while cotton provides softness and breathability.
Rip-Stop weave protects the fabric from abrasions and tears. It is characterized by additional threads woven in at regular intervals, forming a mesh-like pattern. It provides high strength to the fabric, increases resistance to mechanical damage, especially tears.