The SK7 KOURASS Next Gen Plate Carrier is a USA-made original Cordura® construction plate carrier designed for professional end-users. Accepting 10¼" × 13¼" front and back plates plus 6×6" and 6×8" side plates, it features a minimum of 10 rows of front laser-cut MOLLE, 12 rows of rear laser-cut MOLLE, 5 rows per side, a SAFEGo™ magnetic buckle detachable front panel, drag handle, and fully adjustable girth and height — weighing just 3 lbs in Black (SKU: MEDTAC1170).
Key Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | SK7 USA (by 707 Tactical Gear™) |
| SKU (Black) | MEDTAC1170 |
| Weight | 3.0 lbs (carrier only) |
| Material | Original Cordura® (USA) — 500D and 1,000D available |
| Front Plate Pocket | Up to 10¼" × 13¼" |
| Side Plate Pockets | 6"×6" and 6"×8" compatible |
| MOLLE — Front | Minimum 10 rows laser-cut MOLLE |
| MOLLE — Back | 12 rows laser-cut MOLLE |
| MOLLE — Each Side | 5 rows laser-cut MOLLE per side plate pouch |
| Front Panel Attachment | Detachable via SAFEGo™ magnetic buckles + Velcro® hook & loop |
| Drag Handle | Heavy-duty drag handle (top) |
| ID Panels | Original Velcro® panel front and back for patch/ID attachment |
| Adjustment | Fully adjustable girth and height |
| Available Colors | Black (MEDTAC1170), Olive Drab, Coyote Tan |
Product Overview
SK7 USA, operating under 707 Tactical Gear™, designed the KOURASS with the professional end-user's real-world requirements at the center: maximum MOLLE attachment space, heavy-duty construction from original USA-sourced Cordura®, generous plate pocket dimensions that accommodate larger-format plates, and a modular front panel system. At 3 lbs for the carrier-only configuration, the KOURASS sits at the lighter end of the full-featured carrier spectrum — particularly notable given the generous plate pocket dimensions (10¼" × 13¼") that accommodate plates larger than the standard 10×12 SAPI format.
The laser-cut MOLLE configuration — 10 rows front, 12 rows rear, 5 per side plate pocket — provides significantly more attachment real estate than most comparable-weight carriers. Laser-cut MOLLE provides a cleaner, more stable pouch attachment surface than traditional sewn PALS loops: the cuts are precise, consistent, and do not fray or deform under load. The back panel's 12 MOLLE rows in particular give KOURASS users the ability to configure substantial rear-mount equipment — hydration carriers, admin pouches, comms equipment, or rappel rigging — without the rear panel becoming a limitation.
The SAFEGo™ magnetic buckle system on the detachable front MOLLE panel is an innovation specific to SK7: the combination of magnetic retention and Velcro hook-and-loop provides fast, one-hand-accessible front panel deployment while retaining positive security during normal operations. This is relevant for operators who use the front MOLLE panel as an administrative or emergency-access pouch location — the SAFEGo buckles allow quick panel removal for access without the manipulation of traditional buckle or clip systems.
Fit and Adjustment
Full adjustment in both girth and height makes the KOURASS adaptable to the full range of operator torso dimensions — a carrier that sits too high or too low relative to the wearer's natural plate position significantly reduces both protection coverage and comfort during extended wear. The Velcro® ID panels on front and back allow agency identification, rank, and role identification patches, which is standard practice for law enforcement tactical teams and military units. For a complete protection system, pair the KOURASS carrier with armor plates and IFAK kit pouches from MED-TAC International.
See also: Plate Carriers & Tactical Vests | Armor Plates & Panels | Premium Body Armor & Vest Protection
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Available Options:
- Black
- Olive Drab
- Coyote Tan
Specifications coming soon. Contact us for detailed product information.
