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The Soldier Personal Protection Equipment (SPPE) project is a capability enhancement initiative by the New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) to provide modernised personal protection and load carriage systems for operational personnel. The project delivers scalable protection solutions optimised for low- to medium-threat, non-blast environments, with a focus on comfort, modularity, and interoperability with NZDF communication and battlefield systems.[1]
Overview
[edit]The SPPE suite includes:
The SPPE suite includes:
- TBAS Plate Carrier: A lightweight, scalable torso protection system compliant with NIJ Level III ballistic standards, designed for improved comfort and mobility.
- OPS-CORE High-Cut Ballistic Helmet: Provides Level III ballistic protection with enhanced compatibility for hearing protection and communications systems.
- PELTOR Level 5 Hearing Protection: Offers advanced auditory protection and situational awareness in operational environments.
- Load Carriage System: Comprises modular harnesses and chest webbing with Multicam pouches fully replacing legacy Coyote Tan variants across the force.
All equipment is individually sized and issued as a whole-of-service loan. A non-ballistic training plate set is included for use during instruction and exercises. Equipment is issued packaged in a large black roller bag.[2]
NEA Programme Integration
[edit]The SPPE system supports interoperability with the NZDF's Network Enabled Army (NEA) programme. As part of this integration, OPS-CORE AMP communication headsets will be issued to designated units alongside SPPE rollout. These headsets enhance situational awareness and are tailored to NEA communications requirements.[3]
Delivery Phases
[edit]The SPPE will be introduced in two tranches:
- Tranche 1 was accepted by the SPPE project team in July 2024, with initial distribution planned according to Land Component Command priorities.
- Tranche 2 is scheduled for direct delivery to remaining personnel by mid-2025.[4]
Capability Scope and Retained Systems
[edit]The SPPE provides Level III ballistic protection suited to low- to medium-threat, non-blast environments, offering a lighter and more ergonomic alternative to legacy systems. It does not replace the current TYR EPIC Body Armour or P4 Viper full-cut helmet, which provide Level IV ballistic and blast protection and will continue to be used in high-threat operational environments.[5]
References
[edit]- ^ "NZ Army News April 2024". NZ Army News.
- ^ "NZ Army News April 2024". NZ Army News.
- ^ "NZ Army News April 2024". NZ Army News.
- ^ "NZ Army News April 2024". NZ Army News.
- ^ "NZ Army News April 2024". NZ Army News.
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