Tactical Vest
The Vartoviy K9 tactical vest is a lightweight vest for service, search, rescue and working dogs, built on the Vartoviy K9 body armor platform but without the ballistic package. It is intended for training, patrol, search work and special tasks where rugged gear matters without the extra weight. It is made of hard-wearing Cordura® fabric, fitted with tactical hardware for heavy use and an anatomical cut that does not restrict the dog's movement. The MOLLE system lets you attach pouches and the gear you need, while extra rings are compatible with leg-support straps and casualty-stretcher transport systems. Adjustable elements ensure a secure fit, and the vest is fully compatible with the rest of the brand's gear. Price — 3 600 ₴, made in Kyiv, delivery across Ukraine and to EU countries.
Design and benefits
- Hard-wearing Cordura® fabric — withstands heavy use and mechanical loads.
- Tactical hardware built for daily work in the field.
- Anatomical design that follows the dog's body and does not restrict movement.
- MOLLE system for attaching gear and pouches.
- Adjustable elements for a secure fit on a specific dog.
- Extra rings for casualty-stretcher transport systems.
- Compatible with leg-support straps for lifting and evacuation.
- Elastic mounts for luminescent markers and signal lights to mark a safe route.
MOLLE system and compatibility
The webbing-based MOLLE system makes the vest modular: you can attach pouches, a GPS tracker, a medical kit, ID markers and other gear, choosing the loadout for a specific task. The vest's extra rings are compatible with leg-support straps that help lift and evacuate the dog, as well as with a two-point strap for lifting and transport. This lets the vest work as one system with the rest of the Vartoviy K9 gear and adapt easily to patrol, search or training.
Sizes and fit
The vest has an adjustable fit, so it adapts to the dog's body shape. To choose a size, take three measurements: chest girth behind the front legs, neck girth at the base, and back length from the withers to the base of the tail. If a value falls between two adjacent sizes, choose the larger one — the fit will be more comfortable and won't restrict movement.
| Size | Chest girth, cm | Approx. dog weight |
|---|---|---|
| S | 60–70 | 18–28 kg |
| M | 70–80 | 28–40 kg |
| L | 80–90 | 40–52 kg |
| XL | 90–100 | 52–60 kg |
The vest is adjustable; go by chest girth. Send us the measurements and we'll suggest a size.
What it's for
- Training and drills with a dog.
- Patrol and escort.
- Search and service work.
- Marking a cleared route with luminescent markers and signal lights.
What's in the kit
- Tactical vest with a MOLLE system.
- Panels for patches and ID markers.
- Extra rings for transport systems.
- Sizing instructions.
Why Vartoviy K9
- Ukrainian manufacturer — made in Kyiv.
- Hard-wearing Cordura® fabric for heavy use.
- Tactical hardware built for field conditions.
- Full compatibility with Vartoviy K9 brand gear.
- 12-month warranty.
- Free Nova Poshta delivery across Ukraine and to EU countries.
FAQ
Does this vest protect against bullets?
No. The vest is built on the Vartoviy K9 body-armor platform but without the ballistic package. It is lighter and intended for training and service tasks, so it is not bulletproof.
How does the vest differ from the body armor?
The design is shared, but the vest has no ballistic package. That makes it lighter and more comfortable for long work, patrol and search where ballistic protection isn't needed.
What can be attached to the MOLLE system?
The MOLLE system lets you attach pouches, a GPS tracker, a medical kit and ID markers, building a loadout for a specific task.
Is the vest compatible with leg-support straps?
Yes. The vest's extra rings are compatible with leg-support straps and a two-point strap for lifting and transporting the dog.
What material is the vest made of?
The vest is made of hard-wearing Cordura® fabric and fitted with tactical hardware rated for heavy use.
How do I choose the right size?
The vest adjusts to the dog. For a precise fit, send us the chest girth and neck girth — we'll suggest the optimal size.
See also: body armor, leg-support straps, and the articles how to choose a tactical vest and body armor or vest. Full category — Tactical gear.
| Brand | Vartoviy K9 |
|---|---|
| Material | Cordura — wear-resistant fabric, resistant to tears and deformations |
| Hardware | tactical fastexes for high loads + half rings for additional fasteners |
| Adjustment | adjustable elements, anatomical design |
Every Vartoviy K9 item is handmade in Ukraine for a specific dog and passes quality control before dispatch.
We are the actual manufacturer, not resellers. The company holds patent No. 160096 and certificate No. 48008 for its own dog body armor design, and the protection is confirmed by ballistic testing to DSTU 8782:2018. View documents & certification →
To pickup point / parcel locker — 1–2 business days across Ukraine. Courier to door — +1 day.
Within Ukraine — free (Nova Poshta). International — at carrier rates.
Bank transfer by invoice. We email you an invoice (PDF) with payment details after you order.
If the size doesn't fit or you're not satisfied — return without explanation within 14 days.
12 місяців на пошив і фурнітуру — при правильному зберіганні.
Unsure about the size? Call +38 (067) 465-68-64 — we'll help based on your dog's measurements.
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