The 'GI' Helmet That Will Help Our Troops To Shoot Straighter

Safer: The new-style Army helmet will allow troops to fire more accurately in the prone position than the older version

From The Daily Mail:

New helmets designed to help British troops to target the enemy are being rushed out to Afghanistan this weekend.

The Ministry of Defence is issuing the lighter headgear following soldiers’ complaints that the current helmet is unsuitable for firefights with the Taliban.

Five thousand Mark 7 helmets, along with new Osprey Assault body armour, are being sent to Afghanistan for the troops of 11 Brigade who are starting a six-month operational tour.

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