B474 Vulcan Jacket
B474 Vulcan Jacket
A packable & lightweight insulating mid-layer paired with a windproof & water-resistant Nylon MiniRip outer to provide exceptional thermal efficiency & breathability without the bulk, even when wet.
SKU: B474
Fabric: Nylon MiniRip Outer
PrimaLoft® Gold Insulation
Sizes: XS, S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL
Colours: View the Arktis Range
(Please note MOQ's, prices & availability vary between camos/ colours)
Category: Smocks & Coats
WATER REPELLENT
RIPSTOP
LIGHTWEIGHT
WINDPROOF
BREATHABLE
INSULATION
The B474 VULCAN is a packable & lightweight insulating mid-layer featuring PrimaLoft® Gold insulation. Paired with a windproof and water-resistant Nylon MiniRip outer to provide exceptional thermal efficiency & breathability without the bulk, even when wet.
Part of our new Arktis Elite Range, the B474 VULCAN is our most advanced thermal garment. Between its inner and outer wind-proof layers, the jacket boasts 100gsm of Primaloft® Gold across the body and 60gsm across the arms, meaning excellent thermal properties without the unwanted bulk.
The design and fit keep the operator in mind. The two large front pockets have dual opening zips, providing flexibility and internal slots provide convenient storage for mobile or comms units.
The two side pockets feature concealed adjustment points that allow for easy use without the risk of them interfering with weapon draw. The spacious hood can be fully adjusted across three points and features a wired brim to give maximum control over fit to ensure no peripheral vision loss when worn.
All this is contained in a form factor so lightweight that it can be packed into its own pocket.
- Concealed adjustment points
- Packable into an internal zipped pocket
- Arm pockets with loop panels for unit/ ID patches
- Large front pockets with internal phone pocket
- Fully adjustable large hood
- Elasticated cuffs
- YKK Zippers
Regular - True To Size
This garment has a classic "true to size" fit. If wearing armour or thick layers beneath, you will need to size up.
How To Measure
With arms relaxed at your sides, measure under your arms around the fullest part of your chest.
Our ripstop clothing is made from robust, hardy fabric that lasts for years. All dyes will tend to fade, but ours has an excellent colour fixative that will remain effective for years. The basic principle of care is to be sensible. Heavy reactive chemicals will strip the fabric, overly gentle treatments will not be particularly effective. Be sensible. The thing to remember is that general wear and tear comes in many forms, not just abrasion, but strong light has a powerful effect (photodegradation), and there are even chemical compounds in rainwater, so generally everything you use can be expected to deteriorate but your Arktis fabrics have been developed with these characteristics in mind. Making them durable and resistant to wear and tear. Most caring involves being thoughtful about what you do.
Washing: Ripstop (RS) & Nylon Minirip (NM): For light marks and dirt, use a wet cloth to wipe down your garment. For more serious cleaning, you can place your Arktis garments in the washing machine with minimal issues. Wash at 30°C using non-bio cleaner. Do not use softeners or bleach. Leave to dry in a warm ventilated room, do not tumble dry. Whilst our ripstop has resistance to dry cleaning, chemicals are used in the production of coatings such as DWR. These chemicals can react with dry cleaning chemicals, so we recommend that you do not use this method. Nylon Cordura (NC) & Polyester Mesh (PM): The best way to clean these items is with a soapy water and a scrubbing brush. It’s that simple. To get them dry, turn them upside down so that the water can drain out quickly and leave in a warm ventilated room.
Reproofing: A time will come in the life of a waterproof garment where you notice that you are still dry but that the outer garment is becoming waterlogged and heavy. A modest restoration of the outer’s water repellency could help solve this problem – not to make it waterproof but to diminish the absorption of water into the outer fabric. With some coated fabrics, pressing the garment with a cool or “1 Dot” iron will revive the coating to an effective level. The reason behind this is that heat can reactivate the finish, bringing it back to life. It’s always worth trying ironing as the first step. If required you can restore outer water repellency using NIKWAX or similar products. We prefer spray-on type products to allow for precision on key areas. When spraying make sure garment is clean and free from any detergent, focus on the shoulders and hood.
What makes an outstanding insulation jacket?
Thermal efficiency, wind resistance & mobility. These were the key design factors at the core of the Vulcan jacket's development when we combined 100gsm & 60gsm Primaloft® Gold insulation with windproof & water-resistant layers.
The pinnacle of synthetic fibre technology, Primaloft® Gold is the last word in quality insulation. Its ultra-fine, lightweight fibres trap body heat to ensure exceptional insulation, even in extreme cold, keeping you comfortable and thermally regulated.
This level of insulation isn't compromised by wet weather as the hydrophobic fibres actively repel water, meaning they'll still perform to high standards, maintaining 98% effectiveness, even in wet weather conditions.
The fibre's incredible compression resistance means that Primaloft® Gold remains highly effective even when subjected to the extreme rigours of military use.
