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Riot Gear & Police Riot Armor

When walking into an extremely violent situation, law enforcement officers must be protected from head to toe. The unknown, heavily armed resistance or even possible projectiles must be considered when preparing tense situations or possible riot environments. Policemen and women need to have the appropriate riot armor, tactical gear and crowd-control tools, if needed, to execute their mission.

Riot gear can and does incorporate different types of riot armor and protective pads. Some basic gear that may be worn can include:

• Tactical vests
• Riot helmets
• Gas masks
• Shin guards & knee pads
• Elbow pads
• Riot gear accessories

Galls offers public safety professionals with over 480 types of police riot gear to choose from. Choose from the industry’s top-selling brands including 5.11 Tactical, Condor, BlackHawk, Galls, Propper, MSA Safety and much more. 

Types of Riot Gear

Riot Armor

Having the proper riot police gear is essential during potentially violent interactions. This definitely includes riot armor. 

Riot armor is interchangeable pieces of protective equipment, including chest protectors, shin guards, elbow pads, knee pads - basically every part of your body. Galls has police riot armor for sale from the most trusted brands, including Damascus, Hatch, BlackHawk & others. 

Gas Masks

When law enforcement officers are in tense situations and have to don their riot police gear, a key component is a gas mask. Gas masks are used to filter or clean chemical gases out of the air so you can breathe safely. Most gas masks include a respirator and a filter or cartridge/canister. When it comes to choosing riot gas masks, first responders look for a comfortable fit, an unobstructed view, and NTOA-tested and approved masks. 

A commonly worn gas mask is the MSA Millennium Gas Mask. This flexible, one-piece lens offers a wide field of vision, and a drinking tube and it is NIOSH Approved. When it comes to replacing the filter or canister, riot police choose the MSA replacement Carbon Filter for MSA Millennium Gas Masks. This filter provides protection against chemical, biological, radiological, and CBRN agents.

Riot Shields

When in extreme riot environments, police must keep a safe distance between them and the public or assailants. To do this they utilize riot shields. Riot shields come in a variety of different shapes, ranging from convex, concave and round. Depending on the threat level and environment different shields are used. 

A popular police shield is the Paulson Riot Shield. This strong, lightweight plastic riot shield has a dielectric handle to prevent electric shock and only weighs six pounds. 

Tactical Vests

Tactical vests today are worn by more than law enforcement personnel. Law enforcement professionals utilize different types of ballistic vests every day. A tactical vest is also designed to be a plate carrier vest. In addition to carrying plates, tactical vests are normally equipped with a section of webbing to weave in MOLLE accessories. MOLLE tactical vests are now a standard part of military uniforms and law enforcement riot gear.

A popular tactical vest that police wear when they need storage, ease of access to weapons and an ambidextrous adjustable vest, they choose the Blackhawk Elite Vest. Not only does this riot vest allow a cross draw it allows for storage for M-16 and pistol magazines.

MOLLE Gear

When preparing for a riot-control situation, having additional gear is key. With the invention of MOLLE webbing, officers are able to wear the required radio pouches, additional mag pouches, or a variety of additional duty gear. This MOLLE gear is attached by using webbing that is constructed in rows of heavy-duty nylon stitched onto the tactical vests worn. 

Galls is proud to offer over 130 different styles of MOLLE pouches and gear that include radio pouches, taco pouches, and more.

Additional Types of Riot & Tactical Gear

Entry shields are a type of ballistic police shield which is used by SWAT teams, patrol officers, and military personnel as breaching tools and body protection. These bulletproof shields are highly effective in defensive situations and are successful in stopping projectiles if fired upon. A favorite police shield is the Paraclete ASPIS Bellator Ballistic Shield. This is a boltless ballistic plate that diverts fire away from the center and mitigates ricocheting. It is also Threat Level III+ tested, measures 20” x 30”, and only weighs 10bs. 

Plate Carriers are designed to protect bodies from projectiles and allow for storage of duty gear that police need so that they can do their job to the best of their ability. Armor carriers are available with a variety of features, such as a cummerbund-style stretch waist, moisture-wicking technology, extended shirttails, and MOLLE compatibility. One of the most popular plate carriers is the 5.11 Class A uniform outer vest carrier. It allows you to enjoy the comfort and convenience of a police outer vest carrier while providing a seamless, professional look. This carrier is designed with a perfect blend of durability, performance, and comfort.

Tactical Goggles protect the eyes and allow for an unimpeded view of the situation at hand. The Smith Optics Boogie Low Profile Goggle offers impact protection that meets the US MIL-DTL-43511D standards. They allow for ventilation, UVA, and UVB protection and have scratch-resistant coatings on all lenses. These tactical goggles fit like an eye shield but protect like a goggle, perfect for multiple situations.

Tactical Riot Gear & Accessories

Shop Galls’ vast assortment of tactical and riot gear for sale from the most trusted names in the public safety sector. SWAT riot gear comes in a variety of options, including tactical hoods, riot suits, rappelling equipment, hydration systems, forced entry tools, night vision, emergency preparedness, drop leg holsters, and much more.