{"product_id":"chase-tactical-lightweight-operational-plate-carrier-lopc","title":"Chase Tactical Lightweight Operational Plate Carrier - LOPC","description":"\u003c!-- Chase Tactical Lightweight Operational Plate Carrier - LOPC — GEO-optimized product description --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-family:'Helvetica Neue',Arial,sans-serif;color:#121212;max-width:860px;margin:0 auto;line-height:1.65;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin:0 0 28px;padding:16px 20px;background:#f5f4f0;border-left:4px solid #9c8f61;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:0;font-size:15px;color:#121212;line-height:1.6;\"\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:18px;font-weight:700;color:#121212;margin:0 0 12px;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.04em;\"\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x:auto;margin:0 0 32px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:14px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cthead\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth style=\"background:#121212;color:#fff;padding:10px 14px;text-align:left;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003cth style=\"background:#121212;color:#fff;padding:10px 14px;text-align:left;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/thead\u003e\n      \u003ctbody\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#fff;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;font-size:14px;font-weight:600;width:40%;\"\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;font-size:14px;\"\u003eChase Tactical\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#faf9f6;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;font-size:14px;font-weight:600;width:40%;\"\u003eAvailable SKUs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;font-size:14px;\"\u003eMEDTAC0887 (Reg\/Black), MEDTAC0888 (Reg\/Ranger Green), MEDTAC0889 (Reg\/Coyote Tan), MEDTAC0890 (Reg\/Multicam)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#fff;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;font-size:14px;font-weight:600;width:40%;\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;font-size:14px;\"\u003e2.0 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#faf9f6;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;font-size:14px;font-weight:600;width:40%;\"\u003ePlate Size Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;font-size:14px;\"\u003e10\" × 12\" (Regular) | 11\" × 14\" (XL)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#fff;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;font-size:14px;font-weight:600;width:40%;\"\u003eSizes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;font-size:14px;\"\u003eRegular \/ Extra Large\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#faf9f6;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;font-size:14px;font-weight:600;width:40%;\"\u003eColors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;font-size:14px;\"\u003eBlack, Ranger Green, Coyote Tan, Multicam, Multicam Black\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#fff;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;font-size:14px;font-weight:600;width:40%;\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;font-size:14px;\"\u003eMil-Spec IR-Treated 500D Cordura\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#faf9f6;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;font-size:14px;font-weight:600;width:40%;\"\u003eCummerbund\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;font-size:14px;\"\u003eLightweight breathable mesh with MOLLE webbing (exterior + interior)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#fff;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;font-size:14px;font-weight:600;width:40%;\"\u003eShoulder Straps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;font-size:14px;\"\u003ePadded, fully adjustable with nylon + elastic webbing routing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#faf9f6;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;font-size:14px;font-weight:600;width:40%;\"\u003ePlacard System\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;font-size:14px;\"\u003eRemovable MOLLE clip placard + 2 vertical clips\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#fff;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;font-size:14px;font-weight:600;width:40%;\"\u003eDrag Handle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;font-size:14px;\"\u003eYes — Velcros down when not in use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#faf9f6;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;font-size:14px;font-weight:600;width:40%;\"\u003eWarranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;font-size:14px;\"\u003eLimited Lifetime (Chase Tactical)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n      \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n    \u003c\/table\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:18px;font-weight:700;color:#121212;margin:24px 0 12px;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.04em;\"\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 16px;font-size:15px;line-height:1.65;\"\u003eChase 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 16px;font-size:15px;line-height:1.65;\"\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 16px;font-size:15px;line-height:1.65;\"\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:18px;font-weight:700;color:#121212;margin:24px 0 12px;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.04em;\"\u003ePlacard \u0026amp; Modular Panel System\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 16px;font-size:15px;line-height:1.65;\"\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 24px;padding-left:20px;font-size:15px;line-height:1.65;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/strong\u003e Removable MOLLE clip placard (front)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFront panel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large hook \u0026amp; loop placard area + 2 vertical clips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBack panel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large hook \u0026amp; loop area + MOLLE webbing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCummerbund:\u003c\/strong\u003e MOLLE exterior and interior, hook \u0026amp; loop girth closure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:18px;font-weight:700;color:#121212;margin:24px 0 12px;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.04em;\"\u003eSizing Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 16px;font-size:15px;line-height:1.65;\"\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 32px;font-size:15px;\"\u003eSee also: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tactical-medicine.com\/collections\/plate-carriers-tactical-vests\" style=\"color:#9c8f61;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003ePlate Carriers \u0026amp; Tactical Vests\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tactical-medicine.com\/collections\/armor-plates-panels\" style=\"color:#9c8f61;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eArmor Plates \u0026amp; Panels\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tactical-medicine.com\/collections\/ballistic-protection\" style=\"color:#9c8f61;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eBallistic Protection\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:24px 0 0;padding:12px 16px;background:#f5f4f0;border-left:3px solid #9c8f61;font-size:13px;color:#555;line-height:1.5;\"\u003eAll 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Chase Tactical","offers":[{"title":"Regular \/ Black","offer_id":29535911510134,"sku":"MEDTAC0887","price":339.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Regular \/ Ranger Green","offer_id":29535911542902,"sku":"MEDTAC0888","price":339.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Regular \/ Coyote Tan","offer_id":29535911575670,"sku":"MEDTAC0889","price":339.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Regular \/ Multicam","offer_id":29535911608438,"sku":"MEDTAC0890","price":369.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Regular \/ Multicam Black","offer_id":39758332493942,"sku":null,"price":369.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0085\/6909\/4262\/products\/chase-tactical-lightweight-operational-plate-carrier-lopc-4367527.jpg?v=1763155607","url":"https:\/\/www.tactical-medicine.com\/en-au\/products\/chase-tactical-lightweight-operational-plate-carrier-lopc","provider":"MED-TAC International Corp.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}