The Chase Tactical Lightweight Operational Plate Carrier (LOPC) is a full-featured tactical plate carrier built from Mil-Spec IR-treated 500D Cordura, weighing approximately 2.0 lbs. It features padded adjustable shoulder straps with routing channels, a removable MOLLE clip placard, lightweight breathable mesh cummerbund with exterior and interior MOLLE, and a drag handle — engineered for sustained operational use with 10"×12" hard armor plates.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Chase Tactical |
| Available SKUs | MEDTAC0887 (Reg/Black), MEDTAC0888 (Reg/Ranger Green), MEDTAC0889 (Reg/Coyote Tan), MEDTAC0890 (Reg/Multicam) |
| Weight | 2.0 lbs |
| Plate Size Compatibility | 10" × 12" (Regular) | 11" × 14" (XL) |
| Sizes | Regular / Extra Large |
| Colors | Black, Ranger Green, Coyote Tan, Multicam, Multicam Black |
| Material | Mil-Spec IR-Treated 500D Cordura |
| Cummerbund | Lightweight breathable mesh with MOLLE webbing (exterior + interior) |
| Shoulder Straps | Padded, fully adjustable with nylon + elastic webbing routing |
| Placard System | Removable MOLLE clip placard + 2 vertical clips |
| Drag Handle | Yes — Velcros down when not in use |
| Warranty | Limited Lifetime (Chase Tactical) |
Product Overview
Chase Tactical designed the LOPC to fill a specific operational gap: a carrier that provides genuine operational capability — padded straps, drag handle, MOLLE loading platform, placard compatibility — while keeping total system weight to approximately 2.0 lbs unloaded. That weight position is significantly lighter than traditional plate carriers in the 3–5 lb range, translating directly to reduced cumulative fatigue over multi-hour operational periods.
The cummerbund on the LOPC is constructed from lightweight breathable mesh fabric, keeping ventilation at the lateral torso zone while providing MOLLE webbing on both exterior and interior surfaces. The exterior MOLLE accepts standard pouches; the interior MOLLE allows mounting of soft armor side panels or small accessories directly against the body. A removable hook-and-loop closure system on the cummerbund provides girth adjustment, and Chase Tactical offers an interchangeable cummerbund system allowing upgrades or replacement without replacing the full carrier.
The shoulder straps of the LOPC are padded and incorporate both standard nylon webbing and elastic webbing channels. These channels are specifically designed for routing tourniquets, hydration tubes, radio antennas, handset cables, communication wiring, V-Lites, and strobe lights — making the shoulder strap real estate genuinely functional rather than a simple load transfer surface. The built-in drag handle is reinforced for casualty extraction and folds flat under Velcro when not needed to prevent snagging.
Placard & Modular Panel System
The LOPC ships with a removable MOLLE clip placard secured by two vertical clips on the front panel. These clips allow rapid addition or removal of pre-configured weapon-specific pouch panels or mission-role placards without tools. The large hook-and-loop area on both front and back of the carrier accommodates any size loop-backed placard, providing extensive customization flexibility for different mission profiles — from a minimalist sniper configuration to a fully loaded direct-action setup.
- Included: Removable MOLLE clip placard (front)
- Front panel: Large hook & loop placard area + 2 vertical clips
- Back panel: Large hook & loop area + MOLLE webbing
- Cummerbund: MOLLE exterior and interior, hook & loop girth closure
Sizing Guide
The Regular size LOPC is designed for 10"×12" plate inserts (standard Shooter's Cut dimension) and fits most adult frames. The Extra Large variant accommodates 11"×14" plates for larger operators requiring greater coverage area. Shoulder strap adjustability and the cummerbund closure system provide a wide fit range within each size.
See also: Plate Carriers & Tactical Vests | Armor Plates & Panels | Ballistic Protection
All products sourced from the actual brand manufacturer or authorized master distributors. CoTCCC recommendation status verified where applicable. Ships from MED-TAC International, Pembroke Pines, FL — clinician-founded, veteran-led, SDVOSB-certified.
