5.11 Tactical - Rapid Ops Shirt | Black

Colour - Black

Black

Key Features

Combat Shirt Built for Under-Armour Wear

Engineered for plate carrier and vest wear – Streamlined fit eliminates bulk and prevents chafing under body armour
4-way stretch for full mobility – Polyester/spandex blend with moisture-wicking and quick-drying performance
Reinforced where it counts – Double-layer elbows and bartacked stress points for combat and duty use

Built for

Military operators, tactical teams, and law enforcement professionals running plate carriers or body armour who need a high-mobility combat shirt that performs in high-stakes environments.

Description

Engineered with direct input from military and law enforcement operators, the 5.11 Tactical Rapid Ops Shirt in Black is a combat shirt purpose-built for under-armour wear. The evolution of the original Rapid Assault design, this 2.0 version is optimised specifically to be worn under ballistic vests and plate carriers - a streamlined fit eliminates bulk, prevents chafing, and keeps the carrier interface clean through hours of dynamic operations. The high-performance polyester/spandex blend pulls moisture off the body and dries rapidly, delivering the temperature regulation needed for intense operational tempo.

Spandex integration provides genuine 4-way stretch for full range of motion when reaching for gear, mounting weapons, or navigating obstacles. Double-layer elbows add critical protection in high-friction areas - essential for prone shooting positions, vehicle work, and rugged terrain where standard sleeves wear through fast. Bartacks at key stress points and double-needle lockstitching at the collar and cuffs handle the abuse of combat and duty use without breaking down. A reinforced collar and sleeve cuff tabs hold their structure and professional appearance through repetitive wear and washing.

Features

Optimised for Body Armour Wear: Streamlined fit designed specifically for wear under ballistic vests and plate carriers - no bulk, no chafing.
Moisture-Wicking and Quick-Drying Performance: Technical polyester/spandex blend pulls moisture away from the body and dries rapidly for temperature regulation.
4-Way Stretch Mobility: Spandex integration delivers full range of motion for reaching, climbing, and dynamic movement.
Double-Layer Reinforced Elbows: Extra protection at high-friction zones - critical for prone shooting positions and rugged terrain.
Bartacked Stress Points: Strategically placed bartacks at key stress points handle the rigors of combat and duty use.
Double-Needle Lockstitched Collar and Cuffs: Reinforced construction at the collar and cuffs maintains structural integrity under repeated wear.
Reinforced Collar and Sleeve Cuff Tabs: Structural reinforcement keeps the shirt looking sharp through extended operational use.

Specifications

Brand: 5.11 Tactical
Colour: Black
Style: Combat shirt - under-armour optimised
Fabric: High-performance polyester / spandex blend
Performance: Moisture-wicking, quick-drying, 4-way stretch
Construction: Double-needle lockstitch, bartacked stress points
Reinforcement: Double-layer elbows
Collar and Cuffs: Reinforced

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