Three-point belt: what is it? Tactical gun slings: all three varieties, reviews of two top models How to properly install a three-point sling
Seat belts greatly reduce the risk of injury in the event of an accident or sudden braking. Observe the rules for using seat belts and child seats. Improperly adjusted seat belts can cause serious injury or death.
The belt should fit snugly against the body.
The seat back must be upright.
Do not recline the seatback while the vehicle is in motion.
Do not fasten a twisted seat belt.
WARNING:
The belt buckle release button should not be in contact with the body.
Fasten the belt buckle correctly.
Make sure that foreign objects do not block the seat belt opening in the center console.
Seat belt care
Seat belts must be clean and dry. Keep the belt reel free of oil, polishes and other chemicals, especially battery acid. The belt reel is cleaned with a solution of liquid soap and water. Do not bleach or re-dye the seat belts as this may weaken the fabric. Check belt integrity. Periodically inspect all parts of the seat belt and replace defective parts. A belt stretched during a collision should be replaced. The company recommends replacing the entire seat belt assembly that deployed during a collision. If the collision was minor and our dealership thought that the seat belt was in order, the belt may not be changed.
Seat belts not in use at the time of the collision should also be checked and replaced if found to be defective.
WARNING:
Check all seat belts from time to time.
Check the seat belts and other elements of the shock absorbing system after each collision.
Replace seat belts with worn or damaged reels.
After a serious accident, replace the entire seat belt unit, even if no damage is found upon inspection.
Pregnant women
The lap belt should be placed across the hips below the abdomen, but never across the waist. In case of questions, a woman should consult a doctor.
CHILD RESTRAINT (CHILD SEAT)
When transporting children in a car, always use special child seats that reduce the likelihood of injury in the event of an accident. Child restraints must be appropriate for the height and weight of the child. Make sure they are installed correctly in the back seat of the car. Accident statistics show that children are less at risk in the back seat than in the front.
WARNING:
Infants and young children should be transported in special "cradles" and chairs.
DO NOT INSTALL REVERSE-FACING CHILD SEATS IN THE FRONT SEATS WHEN THE VEHICLE IS EQUIPPED WITH AIRBAGS.
When installing child restraints, follow all manufacturer's instructions.
An unused child seat should preferably be secured with seat belts or removed from the vehicle.
Do not hold your child on your lap while driving.
Do not let your child put their feet or knees on the seats.
Keep your child out of the luggage compartment while driving.
Children who have grown out of a child restraint system are transported in the rear seat and fastened securely with seat belts. If the shoulder belt is higher or too close to the child's face and neck, move the child to the center of the car or move to a seat that does not have a shoulder belt.
All of our company's vehicles are equipped with three-point seat belts with automatic retractors that do not interfere with the movement of passengers and the driver during a trip at a uniform speed, while the belts with spring retractors tightly wrap around the body, making it difficult to move. The belt is equipped with a sensitive tensioner that closes the belt during hard acceleration or deceleration. Do not check the operation of the belt with intentional sudden movements. This type of belt does not require length adjustment. The worn belt independently adjusts its size taking into account the movements of a person, but in the event of a sharp push or jerk, it automatically locks, holding the passenger or driver in place.
Belt use
Pull the belt out of the tensioner, pull it over the body and fasten it with a metal latch inserted into the belt buckle.
NOTE: If the belt gets stuck during removal, retract it completely into the tensioner, then pull it out again to the correct length.
To remove the belt, press the red button on the buckle. The belt will automatically roll up.
ATTENTION:
Do not pull the shoulder strap under your arm.
The shoulder strap should pass through the middle of the shoulder (never pull the strap over the neck).
The waist belt should wrap around your hips, not your waist.
WAIST BELT
The lap belt is installed in the center of the rear seat.
To fasten the belt, insert the latch tab into the belt buckle until it clicks into place. To lengthen the seat belt, pull on the belt while holding the metal latch at a certain angle. To shorten the strap, pull on the free end of the strap, then tighten the clip to remove excess strap.
The waist belt should be located on the hips.
To unfasten the belt, press the red button on the buckle. The buckle and latch of the center lap belt are marked “CENTRE”. Check the marks before fastening your seat belt. The central waist belt fastens only with its own buckle.
ATTENTION:
do not wear the waist belt over your belly.
The waist belt is tightened over the hips, but not the waist.
NOTE: When fastening the rear seat shoulder strap or center lap belt, make sure the latch is inserted into the correct buckle. This will significantly increase the protective qualities of the belt.
REAR THREE-POINT SEAT BELT (CENTER)* - installed in accordance with the regulations in force in the country
1. Pull the strap out of the latch (A) from the console located on the ceiling.
2. Throw the belt over your shoulder and insert the latch into the belt buckle (3) until it clicks.
3. Pull the latch (B).
4. Pass the belt over your hips and insert the latch into the buckle (2) until it clicks into place.
5. To unfasten the belt, press the red (black) button on the belt buckle.
ATTENTION:
Follow the instructions for fastening the seat belt.
To prevent the belt from hitting the rear window, unfasten it while holding it with your hand.
This belt is for the passenger seated in the center rear seat only.
Pull on the seat belt to check if the buckle is securely fastened.
Make sure the belt is not twisted.
Make sure that the belt does not go over the neck and abdomen.
SEAT BELT PRETENSIONER*
The seat belts on the front seats are equipped with automatic pretensioners. The safety system with pretensioners reduces the chance of injury in a frontal collision. Pretensioners keep the passenger and driver firmly pressed against the seatbacks in the event of an accident. In the event of a rear impact, a side impact, a minor frontal impact, or a vehicle rollover, the pretensioners will not deploy.
WARNING: After a collision, carefully inspect the seat belts and pretensioners.
WARNING: Pretensioners only work once. After an accident, the seat belt system is checked by the dealer and replaced if necessary.
SEAT BELT HEIGHT ADJUSTER
The front seat is equipped with a seat belt height adjuster.
Pull out the belt, press the side button of the adjuster and adjust the height. This is especially important if a person of short stature previously used the belt.
ATTENTION:
Adjust the height of the seat belts before riding.
Make sure the mount is securely fastened.
The shoulder strap should pass through the middle of the shoulder (never pull the strap over the neck).
AIRBAGS*
An additional passive safety system (including airbags) reduces the risk of head and chest injuries for the driver and front seat passenger. The airbag system is activated in the event of severe collisions (front and side at an angle of no more than 30 °). When the airbag deploys, a slight noise is heard and a small amount of smoke is emitted. Remember that this smoke is harmless and does not indicate the presence of a fire.
In the event of a violent collision, even seat belts and airbags do not always prevent injury. No security system can provide 100% protection.
Simply inspecting the vehicle after an accident does not determine whether the airbags should or should not have deployed. In some cases, a severely damaged car body makes it possible to say that the main impact energy was absorbed by the body, and airbags were not needed. In other cases, a strong impact, such as a blow to the chassis, causes no visible damage to the bodywork, but causes the airbags to deploy.
WARNING: To avoid injury:
Always fasten your seat belt.
If possible, install an additional passive safety system (airbags).
WARNING: do not attempt to modify the system design yourself. This could result in personal injury and damage to the vehicle.
CAUTION: Do not stick anything on the steering wheel or control panel. Do not change the steering wheel and dashboard cover yourself. This may reduce the protective capability of the security system.
WARNING: The airbags will not deploy under the following conditions:
Hit from behind.
Side kick (sliding side kick).
Car overturning.
Intense frontal attack.
The driver's airbag is located in the steering wheel. In a collision, the airbag deploys within a few milliseconds, deploying and protecting the driver from impact. Immediately after full deployment, the airbag deflates so as not to block the driver's view and not interfere with his driving. Make sure that the driver's seat and backrest are in the correct position, otherwise the deploying airbag may injure you. With the seat correctly installed, the driver reaches the steering wheel with slightly bent elbows.
WARNING: Airbags are designed for factory built vehicles. Modifications to the vehicle design will adversely affect the effectiveness of the airbag and may cause injury.
WARNING: Remember that airbags should only be installed by our employees. Installation of airbags by unauthorized persons may result in injury or damage to the vehicle.
Passenger Airbag*
Some car models allow the installation of passenger airbags (for passengers in the front seat). The passenger airbag is located above the glove box. Generally, the passenger airbag works in the same way as the driver's airbag. Make sure the passenger is wearing a seat belt. The passenger seat should be located as far as possible from the cushion panel.
WARNING: remember that children can be seriously injured when the airbag opens.
DO NOT INSTALL REVERSE-FACING CHILD SEATS IN THE FRONT SEATS WHEN THE VEHICLE IS EQUIPPED WITH AIRBAG
In the event of an accident, the deployment of an airbag could cause injury or death to a child in a rear-facing child seat in the front seat. These seats are installed only in the rear seats.
Forward-facing child seats are also recommended in the rear seats. If such a seat is installed on the front seat, move the seat as far as possible deep into the passenger compartment.
Children who have grown out of a child restraint system are transported in the rear seat and fastened securely with seat belts.
FILLER DOOR LEVER
The filler neck is located on the left side of the vehicle at the rear of the trim. The lever that opens the neck door is located to the right of the driver's seat.
How to pour gasoline into the fuel tank:
Open the filler door by pulling up on the lever.
Remove the filler cap by turning it counterclockwise.
After pouring fuel, reinstall the filler cap by turning it clockwise. Close the filler door (until it clicks).
Stop the engine (switch off).
Do not smoke.
Do not bring an open flame to the neck.
Make sure there is no spark in the throat.
WARNING: fuel can be under pressure:
Slowly unscrew the filler cap.
Wait for the "hissing" to stop.
Remove the cover.
NOTE: In cold weather, the filler door may not open. Tap it lightly or pull it towards you.
CAUTION: Gasoline can damage the vehicle's paintwork. If gasoline gets on the car, wash the area with cold water.
HOOD COVER
To open the hood cover, press the button located at the bottom left of the dashboard. The hood will open slightly.
Press the safety latch located on the front of the hood and open the hood fully. The hood is held open by two support rods.
To close the hood, lower the lid and push it down until the lock engages.
WARNING: Opening the hood while the engine is running allows you to see moving parts that present some danger.
Do not wear loose, wide clothing.
Keep your hair and hands out of the moving parts.
WARNING: be aware that the vehicle may move with the hood open. Before opening the hood:
Remove the key from the ignition lock.
Move the gear lever to the 1st or reverse gear position (for manual transmission).
Before driving, check that the hood is fully closed by pulling on the front edge.
Do not use the hood release lever while driving.
Do not move with the hood fully open.
Shift into neutral (for manual transmission).
Move the shift lever to P (Park) (for automatic transmission).
Put the car on the parking brake.
Do not wear loose clothing such as ties and scarves.
Do not wear loose clothing.
Keep hair and hands clear of moving engine parts.
To fasten/unfasten the canopy, follow these steps:
Removing the awning:
Press both red buttons on the latch lock.
Unfasten the zipper on the rear "soft glass", then push the "glass" into the car.
Unfasten the "glass" on the left rear window.
Remove the left rear "glass" by pulling it off.
Unfasten the "glass" on the right rear window.
Remove the right rear "glass" by pulling it off.
Disconnect the tarpaulin retainers from the rear pillar trim.
Put them in the car.
Fold up the tarpaulin (at the rear of the vehicle).
Open the rear door.
Remove the case from the special pocket.
With the tarpaulin covered with the cover, securely attach the cover jig to the C-pillar trim.
Secure the loose ends of the cover with Velcro.
After wrapping the boot straps around the rear window pillar, secure the straps with the Velcro.
After closing the rear door, check that the cover is installed correctly.
Installing the awning:
Installation is carried out in the reverse order to the removal of the awning. To prevent the tent from leaking, observe the following conditions:
After the tarpaulin clamps are secured to the C-pillar trim, attach the tarpaulin to the vehicle.
When installing the "soft glasses", securely fasten the clamps of the lower part, fasten the upper part of the "glass", then attach the edges of the "glasses" to the awning using Velcro.
Fasten the Velcro firmly to the part of the tarpaulin in the car.
ATTENTION: it is forbidden to set the car in motion if the tarpaulin is installed incorrectly. This could result in personal injury and damage to the vehicle.
NOTE:
Do not leave valuables and money in cars with awnings. The awning is not equipped with locks.
Do not leave the car for a long time in the rain. The use of pressure washers is not recommended. Water can get inside the car, damaging the interior.
It is important to properly install and fold the awning. Try installing/removing the awning several times following the instructions above.
To open the sunroof, pull the sunroof lock handle (2). The hatch opens with a push up.
To bury the hatch, fix the lock handle (2) in its original place.
WARNING: make sure the sunroof is closed and locked in the closed position.
WARNING: do not stick your head, arm, etc. through the hatch hole.
REMOVING THE HATCH
If you have removed the sunroof (by unlocking the roof lock), secure it firmly with a tightening tool.
WARNING: do not store the sunroof in the passenger compartment. In the event of sudden braking or a collision, a loose sunroof can cause injury and damage to the vehicle.
2. Launch and follow-up
diesel engine
Use diesel fuel with a cetane rating of 50 or higher.
Gas engine
Low octane fuel can cause pre-ignition (knocking). The company is not responsible for resulting damage and engine failure.
WARNING: Consult your dealer for questions regarding fuel quality.
Do not use leaded gasoline in vehicles running on unleaded gasoline.
Use fuel with a specific research octane rating (or higher) recommended by the company.
Do not use fuel based on ethyl alcohol.
Do not use fuel containing methanol (wood alcohol). Such fuel significantly reduces engine output and damages fuel system components.
NOTE: Damage to the fuel system and engine caused by the use of fuel with methanol is not covered by the warranty.
When traveling abroad
When traveling abroad, make sure that your vehicle complies with the registration and insurance regulations of that country. Check if the recommended fuel is available in your country.
Refueling a car from tanks and containers
For safety reasons (especially when using non-commercial filling systems), ensure fuel hoses, pumps and fuel containers are grounded. Under certain atmospheric conditions and fuel flow rates, ungrounded hoses (especially plastic hoses) connected to the dispenser can become electrically charged.
EGNITION LOCK
The ignition switch, located on the steering column to the right of the steering wheel, has four positions: LOCK (OFF), ACC (accessory), ON (ON) and START (START).
LOCK position (OFF)
When the key is removed from the lock, the steering wheel is locked. To unlock the steering wheel, insert the key into the ignition switch and turn the steering wheel slightly from right to left while turning the ignition key to the “ACC” position. Unlocking is also carried out by simply turning the steering wheel (with the ignition key inserted).
NOTE: To move the key from the LOCK position to the ACC position, depress the key.
ACC position
The engine can be stopped (switched off) without locking the steering wheel. If the key is in this position, it is possible to turn on additional equipment, such as radio and cigarette lighter.
CAUTION: Do not leave the key in the "ACC" position for a long time. This may cause the battery to drain.
ON position
In this position, the ignition system and all electrical equipment are switched on.
CAUTION: Do not leave the key in the ON position for a long time with the engine not running. This may cause the battery to drain.
START position
In this position, the starter is activated, starting the engine. After the engine is started, release the key and it will automatically return to the “ON” position.
WARNING: Do not remove the key from the ignition while driving. The driver may lose control of the vehicle. Removing the key in this way can also cause serious injury or damage to the vehicle.
WARNING: The steering wheel may turn unexpectedly. Do not reach for the ignition key through the steering wheel.
Sound signal "bells"
The chimes sound when the key is in the LOCK or ON position and the driver's side door is open. It reminds you to remove the key from the lock.
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE
Check the area around the car.
Carry out the maintenance procedures in this manual from time to time, such as checking the engine oil level.
Check the condition of the headlights and windows.
Examine the tires. Check if there is enough pressure in the chambers.
Adjust the position of the seat and headrest.
Adjust the position of the interior and exterior rear view mirrors.
Fasten your seat belt, make sure your passengers are also fastened.
Check if the malfunction warning lights come on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position.
Apply the parking brake.
manual transmission: move the lever to neutral and fully depress the clutch pedal. Hold the clutch pedal depressed, start the engine by turning on the ignition - moving the key to position START .
automatic transmission: Move the lever to P (stop) or N (neutral). Position R is preferred. If the lever is in one of the D (drive) range gears, the starter will not engage.
Turn on the ignition.
Diesel engine: at cold start, wait until the preheating (glow plug) warning light goes off. Once the indicator turns off, start the engine.
Without depressing the accelerator pedal, crank the engine with the ignition key in the “START” position. When the engine starts, release the ignition key. If the engine starts but then stalls, repeat the steps above.
CAUTION: To avoid damaging the starter, do not leave it on for more than 15 seconds. If the engine does not start, try again after 10 seconds.
Warming up After starting, let the engine idle for at least 30 seconds. Drive off at a moderate speed in cold weather.
NOTE: Vehicles equipped with automatic transmission automatically engage fuel cut when the engine is running at high speed and the range lever is in the P or N position.
IMMOBILIZER*
The immobilizer provides additional protection for the car against theft. A car equipped with an immobilizer cannot be started by a person who does not have a key with a code. When the transponder ignition key is turned to the ON position, the ECU (engine control unit) checks the encrypted code of the key and, if the code matches the one stored in the memory, gives the command to start the engine.
If the engine does not start, contact your dealer.
The key for a car with an immobilizer is a mechanical ignition key with a built-in transponder, on which a code is written in electronic form. The engine can only be started with a specially trained key. Using the wrong key will disable the injection system control.
The ability to quickly bring a machine gun or a gun into combat is especially important among the military and hunters. A second's delay can deprive prey, and even life. Especially for people of these professions, such a device as a three-point belt has been created. This system has become an integral part of hunting, military, and more recently, sports equipment.
origin of name
The "three-point" belt got its name due to the presence of a middle “floating” point in it. The weapon is attached in three places. In this way, a three-point belt for a shotgun, machine gun, machine gun or rifle differs from the already outdated two-point version, in comparison with which the new design of the attachment is much more advanced.
What are the benefits of a three-point weapon carry?
Hunting for some people is a very exciting activity. Often it is not so much the result itself that fascinates, but many hours of tracking down game. At the same time, a person is able to overcome long distances without feeling tired at all. Anyone who has ever been on a hunt knows that success largely depends on the ability to quickly bring the weapon into combat condition and make a well-aimed shot. This can be done if the hands are not loaded, and the rifle is always ready. Ordinary two-point belts performed only one task - they saved a person from the labor of carrying a weapon. But they were not suitable for quick aiming due to the design features of the two-point mount, which consisted in the fact that a well-aimed shot could only be fired if the weapon was removed from the shoulder. A three-point gun sling, unlike the classic mount, provides the ability to carry a weapon for a long time and, if necessary, quickly use it without removing it from the shoulder.
Using a single anchor point
Single-point tactical belts are applicable for small-sized weapons (models not exceeding one meter). Fasteners are carried out using a single carabiner, which is attached to the neck of the butt or to the rear of the receiver. To perform a quick reset, the single-point system contains a fastex - a special buckle with three teeth. The disadvantage of this tactical belt is manifested during the run - the weapon gets tangled in the legs or hits the torso. The weaknesses of such structures are as follows:
- Single point slings are very inconvenient for long weapons.
- The suspension does not provide a tight pressing to the body, as a result of which the owner is forced to constantly control the weapon so that it does not fall and scoop up various debris with the barrel.
Standard two-point weapon carry
In a conventional two-point system, fastening is carried out using two carabiners. One of them is hooked to the swivel on the butt, and the second - with the help of a suspension to the butt plate. You can quickly reset the gun using the fastex, which is located near the rear carbine. This method is considered classic and comfortable enough to carry weapons on one shoulder. You can adjust the length of the tactical belt with one hand. However, this use has its drawbacks:
- It does not make it possible to quickly transfer the weapon to the combat position on the aiming line.
- To move a two-point gun sling from one shoulder to another, the strap must be completely removed, which is very tiring.
- The belt construction does not provide sufficient suspension density.
The two-point use of tactical belts is gradually being replaced by a three-point one.
Most popular option
A three-point harness, unlike a two-point one, can be easily moved from one shoulder to another. The data provides a tight fixation of the weapon. They do not interfere with rapid shooting. The three-point harness is ideal for long distances. If necessary, this design can be converted for single-point or two-point wear. The front suspension (mount) can be moved along the weapon from the first to the rear swivel and even to the rear. This is easy to do by sliding the front suspension along the sling, which is pulled along the gun or machine gun. Thus, a three-point belt can be converted into a two-point belt or a single-point belt.
The three-point fastening system is inconvenient for reloading. Putting such belts on this weapon is impractical, since they will interfere with the distortion of the forearm. Three-point belts can also be uncomfortable for left-handed people, since the sling stretched along the weapon blocks the window for ejecting spent cartridges.
Features of the three-point attachment of weapons
The "floating" third point can change its location:
- Antab in front. Fixation occurs with the help of fastex. To reset to the rear position, it is enough to unclench the buckle.
- Behind the swivel.
Three-point tactical belts do not contain various additional elements that weapon belts are equipped with. They are already very comfortable.
Standard three-point harness “Zubr”
This tactical sling is used to carry all types of long-barreled weapons with 2 cm swivels. Zubr-Standard is not designed to carry an assault rifle. Belt products are products with the following parameters:
- belt tape has a width of 4 cm;
- belt thickness is 2.5mm;
- products are made of polyamide;
- the product weighs 130 g.
The upgraded Zubr-Blitz, unlike its standard counterpart, has a quick reset function. This multifunctional tactical sling has a quick-release buckle that allows you to instantly release weapons with one hand.
Multifunctional weapon belt “Zubr-Saiga”
This belt tape has found its wide application among hunters, especially owners of Saiga smoothbore carbines (popularly this model is also called Vepr). It is for this model that one of the modifications of the Zubr multifunctional weapon belts is intended. For this mounting system, as well as for the two previous ones, the presence of a swivel is considered important. Its width is at least two centimeters. Unlike the previous two options, the Zubr-Saiga multifunctional weapon belt gives the hunter the opportunity to carry the weapon in a different position - with the barrel up or down. According to hunters, wearing a carbine with the barrel up is the best option, as it allows you to keep in sight and control the muzzle. If necessary, the position can be quickly changed.
Product Feature:
- The belt is 4 cm wide.
- The thickness of the belt is 2.5 mm.
- Color - olive or black.
- Weight - 130 g.
“Debt M2”
Such an invention of Vladimir Kharlampov, the founder of Tactical Solutions. This attachment system differs from the standard three-point attachment system by the absence of a sling. The belt system consists of a pull-up tape and the main girth, which, connecting into a ring, wraps around the shooter's torso. With the help of a three-slotted buckle, the pull-up tape is connected to the front swivel. The end of the belt protrudes from the buckle and moves the suspension point. According to some users, such a system has two drawbacks:
- she looks unaesthetic;
- frequent clinging of the tape peeking out of the buckle for foreign objects (bushes, tree branches) is possible.
The advantage of this belt system is the ability to freely carry weapons on the chest and at hand.
“Debt M3”
It is a modernized belt system that allows you to carry smoothbore and pump-action shotguns, submachine guns, sniper rifles, assault rifles, grenade launchers and machine guns. Differences M3 from the previous version:
- The M3 design is considered universal, as it makes it possible to use the belt as an adjustable two-point. The sling can also be adjusted to carry a weapon on the back (biathlon variant).
- The M3 has a wide removable shoulder strap.
- Reducing the number of buckles.
- The design is equipped with a low-noise lining and a “Riga” carbine.
Artisanal variant
In order to be a happy owner of such multifunctional weapon belts, it is not necessary to go to specialized and hunting stores. With the necessary skills, as well as having the right materials, you can make a three-point belt with your own hands. For this you will need:
- Belt tape. Preferably 2.5 to 3 meters long. The width of the belt must be 25 mm.
- Fastexes - 2 pieces.
- Buckles - 7 pieces.
Three-point What is it?
Modern cars contain a passive safety system. Its main structural element is three-point belts.
They prevent dangerous movement of a person in the cabin in the event of a collision with a car or as a result of its sudden braking. Of great importance for the health of the driver and passenger is the even distribution of energy, which is only possible with a V-shaped arrangement of the belts. It is this design that the three-point ones have. What kind of system this is can be seen in the photo below.
How is the seat belt system?
The three-point belt of a car seat consists of three elements:
- Strap. For its manufacture, high-strength materials are used. The fastening of the strap with the body is carried out in three places: on the rack, on the threshold, on the rod with a lock. Car seat belts can be adjusted if necessary, adapting to the person's height.
- Lock. It is located at the seat of the car and performs the function of locking the seat belt. The design of the lock contains a switch that is connected to the circuit of the vehicle's audiovisual signaling system. This is intended to remind the driver and passengers of the effectiveness of seat belt use. The strap is connected to the lock using a movable metal tongue.
- Coil. It is located on the body pillar. Designed for forced unwinding and automatic winding of belts. To block unwinding as a result of an accident, the reel has an inertial mechanism. The seat belt is pulled out of the drum with slow movements.
The installation of three-point seat belts in the passenger compartment was first proposed by Volvo in 1959.
Passenger restraint options
- Non-inertial. This safety system is characterized by an individual adjustment of belts for a specific person. This option can be found in cars up to 1980 release. Modern models are not equipped with such a system. The disadvantage of this fixation is the inability to adjust the belt to the child's parameters.
- Inertial. This system contains a belt that, using an automatic retractor mechanism, can tightly fix an adult passenger and a child. In the event of a possible collision, braking, the movement of the seat belt is blocked by a locking mechanism. For the manufacture of tapes, an elastic fabric is used, which, depending on the load, can lengthen.
Three-point belts have found their application in hunting, sports, and military affairs. They are the most popular personal protective equipment in the car.
With a fairly simple design, three-point belt systems are characterized by significant strength, reliability and comfort in use.
Even with the advent of the first long muskets, it became clear that it was very inconvenient to carry a weapon in the hands of a weapon. And then weapon belts were invented - strips of leather, which in a special way were fixed on the musket and fixed its position. Much has changed since then - the belts have become different, made of durable polymer materials and more comfortable design.
This device helps to quickly bring a machine gun, machine gun or rifle to battle. It is worth noting that sometimes a delay of even half a second can be fatal. Take, for example, airsoft, where one moment sometimes decides the outcome of the game. Therefore, a well-tuned and correctly used belt becomes a good assistant to the player.
Sometimes you have to travel long distances. Anyone who has experienced this will confirm that it is much easier to carry a weapon on a belt. After all, it can be hung on the shoulder, over the shoulder or even behind the back. At the same time, the hands remain free and do not get tired.
Varieties
These systems have long become one of the parts of hunting and sports equipment, military uniforms. Straps are attached to the weapon in one, two or three places. In accordance with this, they are divided into three types, which - below.
OP - otherwise, single-point belts
Owners of weapons of small size (up to a meter long) prefer to buy this type of belt. This simple device can be in the form of a ribbon or a loop. There are also products, the shape of which is V-shaped and Y-shaped. For attachment to weapons, they are all equipped with one carbine.
The point of attachment is the neck of the stock or the rear side of the barrel box. Less commonly, the strap is attached close to the butt plate.
After all, the suspension is not very dense, so you should try to place the suspension point higher (on the neck of the butt).
By the way, with this arrangement, the shift between the suspension point and the belt also decreases when the weapon is thrown to the other shoulder.
The looped belt is closed by a ring. It is designed to be worn around the shoulder and neck. A straight strap is a piece of sling (sometimes rope) with a carabiner at the end. It is attached to the RPS, unloading or backpack strap. A 'V' shaped strap attaches to two shoulder straps and allows you to hang the weapon behind your back. The Y-shaped belt is similar to the previous one and is equipped with an additional piece of sling (with its help, the height of the suspension can be changed).
To improve the convenience of using belts, there are additional devices:
- So that, if necessary, it was possible to instantly disconnect (reset) the weapon, a quick release system was invented. It is implemented simply - a special buckle with three teeth is placed, which snaps into place and disconnects at high speed. It is called fastex.
- Shock absorber - elastic band in a braid or woven case.
- The function of quick adjustment of the length of the main part of the belt.
The main disadvantage of a belt that is attached at one point is that the weapon has to be constantly monitored. Suppose the owner of the machine runs and automatically lowers it down. He immediately begins to "revenge" - beat on the legs and torso, get confused in the legs. Crouching, you can inadvertently lower the trunk, which will bury itself in the ground, clogged with debris. To avoid such incidents, use one of these methods:
- On the right, where the weapon is worn (for left-handers, respectively, on the left), a collar is attached to the belt or on clothes in the abdomen with Velcro.
- In the same place, a guy (weapon catcher) is fixed. So you can instantly attach the weapon to the front swivel.
- Hunters often use the "belt holster" method. A low butt pocket made of hard material is attached to the belt. To simplify the design, the pocket can be replaced with a metal hook.
DR - otherwise, point-to-point
This is the oldest type of tactical belts. For example, the classic canvas belt for a Kalashnikov assault rifle is exactly two-point. It is hooked on two swivels.
Alas, with such a device, the weapon cannot be immediately transferred to the combat position. More or less quickly, you can open fire only if the machine gun or rifle hangs on one shoulder. But walking for such a long time is very tiring. So point-to-point models are gradually going out of use. But not always. For example, it is inconvenient for left-handers to use the one-point option, and the three-point option closes important controls or the window where empty shells are thrown.
Two-point harnesses have two carabiners that attach to the weapon. The front suspension of the PP is made higher on the left, but not very far ahead. Classic - fastening the rear suspension to the swivel located on the butt. This is convenient when the weapon is worn on one shoulder. Recently, however, many have begun to wear two-point harnesses over the shoulder. In this case, it is better to place the rear suspension high, near the butt plate (so that the machine does not turn over).
Additional features and elements:
- Shoulder strap (hard or with soft padding) can be either removable or part of the belt. It often covers knots and loose ends.
- Quick release is carried out by a fastex located near the rear carabiner.
- Quick adjustment of the length of the belt is made at its front end and are designed for adjustment with one hand.
- The ability to convert to a single point belt can be done in several ways: inserting a half ring, ring, double slot buckle.
TR - otherwise, three-point
This type of tactical belts is the most popular. Still - they are deprived of all the shortcomings of previous models and are suitable for all types of weapons. Such a belt is not only tightly fixed during the transition through the terrain, but also allows you to instantly open fire. In this case, the weapon can be easily moved to the other shoulder. And from such a belt in a jiffy, one-point or two-point is obtained.
It is very comfortable to use three-point models with a long rifle, especially if you have to go with it for a long time.
However, the guide sling does not allow the use of three-point harnesses with some types of weapons. For example, owners of pump-action shotguns cannot use them, since it is inconvenient to distort the forend with them due to the presence of a sling. The sling also interferes with left-handed people.
A feature of these models is the presence of a third attachment point for the belt to the weapon. Its position may vary (relative to the front and rear swivel):
- It can be rigidly fixed with a fastex in front - then when the fastex is opened, it will reset to the rear position.
- Or this point is slightly fixed in the middle, in the most convenient place. It can be changed.
As for additional elements and devices, this type of belts usually lacks them - it is already convenient. The only thing that is available on almost all models is the quick reset function.
They are used to protect fingers from possible pinching by mechanisms, as well as from the appearance of corns. Among other things, they are able to provide the most reliable and comfortable grip.
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Tactical belts Duty - Russian invention
Vladimir Kharlampov, who is one of the founders of Tactical Solutions, has developed a reliable system for carrying weapons. He named his three-point tactical belt "Duty". Note that both models of our review (Debt M2 and Debt M3) are patented.
Debt M2
This belt is used in conjunction with machine guns and semi-automatic smoothbore weapons. It is fundamentally different from the classic three-point belts - because it does not have a sling. Instead, there are two parts: a pull-up band and a main girth, connected in a ring and enclosing the shooter's body. It has a three-slot buckle - a pull-up tape passes through it, attached to the front swivel. The end of the ribbon protruding from the buckle serves to move the suspension point.
A detailed video review of the capabilities and installation of the tactical weapon belt Duty M2 from the creator himself:
There are two positions for carrying weapons: under the arm and on the chest. The belt sits like a glove, and the weapon does not move anywhere. That's just the tape from the buckle hanging down, which does not look very aesthetically pleasing. And some users complain that it clings to branches and other objects. And one more thing: the loop of the main girth is made of two parts connected by a fastex (for quick release). This detail, coupled with several double-slit buckles, is behind and does not allow you to wear a belt behind your back - it is inconvenient.
However, these shortcomings are not so significant. But this system gives the owner of the weapon complete freedom and comfort, and the speed of all actions is simply impressive. However, there is an even more "advanced" model from the same manufacturer.
Debt M3
This is the same three-point belt, only improved. All the advantages of the previous model remained, but the developer decided to eliminate the shortcomings. Judging by the reviews, he did well. The scope of the M3 Debt model is very extensive. It can be worn with smoothbore and pump-action weapons, submachine guns, machine guns, grenade launchers, machine guns.
The video shows the use of the tactical belt Duty M3 on different types of weapons:
Features of the Debt M3 model and its differences from the Debt M2 model:
- Slightly changing the design of the main belt part, V. Kharlampov made his product universal. Now it can be easily converted into an adjustable two-point or biathlon (worn on the back) harness.
- A soft wide shoulder strap appeared, which can be quickly removed and put on.
- The number of double-slotted buckles has been significantly reduced.
- The standard set includes a low-noise lining, as well as a “Riga” carbine.
The ability to quickly bring a machine gun or a gun into combat is especially important among the military and hunters. A second's delay can deprive prey, and even life. Especially for people of these professions, such a device as a three-point belt has been created. This system has become an integral part of hunting, military, and more recently, sports equipment.
origin of name
The "three-point" belt got its name due to the presence of a middle “floating” point in it. The weapon is attached in three places. In this way, a three-point belt for a shotgun, machine gun, machine gun or rifle differs from the already outdated two-point version, in comparison with which the new design of the attachment is much more advanced.
What are the benefits of a three-point weapon carry?
Hunting for some people is a very exciting activity. Often it is not so much the result itself that fascinates, but many hours of tracking down game. At the same time, a person is able to overcome long distances without feeling tired at all. Anyone who has ever been on a hunt knows that success largely depends on the ability to quickly bring the weapon into combat condition and make a well-aimed shot. This can be done if the hands are not loaded, and the rifle is always ready. Ordinary two-point belts performed only one task - they saved a person from the labor of carrying a weapon. But they were not suitable for quick aiming due to the design features of the two-point mount, which consisted in the fact that a well-aimed shot could only be fired if the weapon was removed from the shoulder. A three-point gun sling, unlike the classic mount, provides the ability to carry a weapon for a long time and, if necessary, quickly use it without removing it from the shoulder.
Using a single anchor point
Single-point tactical belts are applicable for small-sized weapons (models not exceeding one meter). Fasteners are carried out using a single carabiner, which is attached to the neck of the butt or to the rear of the receiver. To perform a quick reset, the single-point system contains a fastex - a special buckle with three teeth. The disadvantage of this tactical belt is manifested during the run - the weapon gets tangled in the legs or hits the torso. The weaknesses of such structures are as follows:
- Single point slings are very inconvenient for long weapons.
- The suspension does not provide a tight pressing to the body, as a result of which the owner is forced to constantly control the weapon so that it does not fall and scoop up various debris with the barrel.
Standard two-point weapon carry
In a conventional two-point system, fastening is carried out using two carabiners. One of them is hooked to the swivel on the butt, and the second - with the help of a suspension to the butt plate. You can quickly reset the gun using the fastex, which is located near the rear carbine. This method is considered classic and comfortable enough to carry weapons on one shoulder. You can adjust the length of the tactical belt with one hand. However, this use has its drawbacks:
- It does not make it possible to quickly transfer the weapon to the combat position on the aiming line.
- To move a two-point gun sling from one shoulder to another, the strap must be completely removed, which is very tiring.
- The belt construction does not provide sufficient suspension density.
The two-point use of tactical belts is gradually being replaced by a three-point one.
Most popular option
A three-point harness, unlike a two-point one, can be easily moved from one shoulder to another. These tactical belts provide a tight fixation of the weapon. They do not interfere with rapid shooting. The three-point harness is ideal for long distances. If necessary, this design can be converted for single-point or two-point wear. The front suspension (mount) can be moved along the weapon from the first to the rear swivel and even to the rear attachment point. This is easy to do by sliding the front suspension along a line that is pulled along the gun or machine gun. Thus, a three-point belt can be converted into a two-point belt or a single-point belt.
The three-point attachment system is inconvenient for reloading a pump action shotgun. Putting such belts on this weapon is impractical, since they will interfere with the distortion of the forearm. Three-point belts can also be uncomfortable for left-handed people, since the sling stretched along the weapon blocks the window for ejecting spent cartridges.
Features of the three-point attachment of weapons
The "floating" third point can change its location:
- Antab in front. Fixation occurs with the help of fastex. To reset to the rear position, it is enough to unclench the buckle.
- Behind the swivel.
Three-point tactical belts do not contain various additional elements that weapon belts are equipped with. They are already very comfortable.
Standard three-point harness “Zubr”
This tactical sling is used to carry all types of long-barreled weapons with 2 cm swivels. Zubr-Standard is not designed to carry an assault rifle. Belt products are products with the following parameters:
- belt tape has a width of 4 cm;
- belt thickness is 2.5mm;
- products are made of polyamide;
- the product weighs 130 g.
The upgraded Zubr-Blitz, unlike its standard counterpart, has a quick reset function. This multifunctional tactical sling has a quick-release buckle that allows you to instantly release weapons with one hand.
Multifunctional weapon belt “Zubr-Saiga”
This belt tape has found its wide application among hunters, especially owners of Saiga smoothbore carbines (popularly this model is also called Vepr). It is for this model that one of the modifications of the Zubr multifunctional weapon belts is intended. For this mounting system, as well as for the two previous ones, the presence of a swivel is considered important. Its width is at least two centimeters. Unlike the previous two options, the Zubr-Saiga multifunctional weapon belt gives the hunter the opportunity to carry the weapon in a different position - with the barrel up or down. According to hunters, wearing a carbine with the barrel up is the best option, as it allows you to keep in sight and control the muzzle. If necessary, the position can be quickly changed.
Product Feature:
- The belt is 4 cm wide.
- The thickness of the belt is 2.5 mm.
- Color - olive or black.
- Weight - 130 g.
“Debt M2”
This name was given to the patented invention of Vladimir Kharlampov, the founder of Tactical Solutions. This attachment system differs from the standard three-point attachment system by the absence of a sling. The belt system consists of a pull-up tape and the main girth, which, connecting into a ring, wraps around the shooter's torso. With the help of a three-slotted buckle, the pull-up tape is connected to the front swivel. The end of the belt protrudes from the buckle and moves the suspension point. According to some users, such a system has two drawbacks:
- she looks unaesthetic;
- frequent clinging of the tape peeking out of the buckle for foreign objects (bushes, tree branches) is possible.
The advantage of this belt system is the ability to freely carry weapons on the chest and at hand.
“Debt M3”
It is a modernized belt system that allows you to carry smoothbore and pump-action shotguns, submachine guns, sniper rifles, assault rifles, grenade launchers and machine guns. Differences M3 from the previous version:
- The M3 design is considered universal, as it makes it possible to use the belt as an adjustable two-point. The sling can also be adjusted to carry a weapon on the back (biathlon variant).
- The M3 has a wide removable shoulder strap.
- Reducing the number of buckles.
- The design is equipped with a low-noise lining and a “Riga” carbine.
Artisanal variant
In order to be a happy owner of such multifunctional weapon belts, it is not necessary to go to specialized and hunting stores. With the necessary skills, as well as having the right materials, you can make a three-point belt with your own hands. For this you will need:
- Belt tape. Preferably 2.5 to 3 meters long. The width of the belt must be 25 mm.
- Fastexes - 2 pieces.
- Buckles - 7 pieces.
Three-point seat belts. What it is?
Modern cars contain a passive safety system. Its main structural element is three-point belts.
They prevent dangerous movement of a person in the cabin in the event of a collision with a car or as a result of its sudden braking. Of great importance for the health of the driver and passenger is the even distribution of energy, which is only possible with a V-shaped arrangement of the belts. This is the design of the three-point seat belts. What kind of system it is can be seen in the photo below.
How is the seat belt system?
The three-point belt of a car seat consists of three elements:
- Strap. For its manufacture, high-strength materials are used. The fastening of the strap with the body is carried out in three places: on the rack, on the threshold, on the rod with a lock. Car seat belts can be adjusted if necessary, adapting to the person's height.
- Lock. It is located at the seat of the car and performs the function of locking the seat belt. The design of the lock contains a switch that is connected to the circuit of the vehicle's audiovisual signaling system. This is intended to remind the driver and passengers of the effectiveness of seat belt use. The strap is connected to the lock using a movable metal tongue.
- Coil. It is located on the body pillar. Designed for forced unwinding and automatic winding of belts. To block unwinding as a result of an accident, the reel has an inertial mechanism. The seat belt is pulled out of the drum with slow movements.
The installation of three-point seat belts in the passenger compartment was first proposed by Volvo in 1959.
Passenger restraint options
- Non-inertial. This safety system is characterized by an individual adjustment of belts for a specific person. This option can be found in cars up to 1980 release. Modern models are not equipped with such a system. The disadvantage of this fixation is the inability to adjust the belt to the child's parameters.
- Inertial. This system contains a belt that, using an automatic retractor mechanism, can tightly fix an adult passenger and a child. In the event of a possible collision, braking, the movement of the seat belt is blocked by a locking mechanism. For the manufacture of tapes, an elastic fabric is used, which, depending on the load, can lengthen.
Three-point belts have found their application in hunting, sports, and military affairs. They are the most popular personal protective equipment in the car.
With a fairly simple design, three-point belt systems are characterized by significant strength, reliability and comfort in use.
The 1- and 2-point belts discussed above are not without their drawbacks. Disadvantages of single-point belts: inconvenient work with long weapons, the requirement of either constant control of the weapon, or additional devices for fixing the weapon on the operator's body, and even with them, many operations are inconvenient due to loose suspension. Disadvantages of two-point slings: the difficulty of throwing the weapon onto the aiming line from a comfortable position for carrying, the difficulty of transferring to the second shoulder without removing the sling from the body, as well as the low density of the suspension with a relatively convenient length for operating. The so-called three-point belts are designed to eliminate these shortcomings, which they do with varying degrees of success. The main feature of three-point slings is the ability to move the front attachment (suspension) along the weapon from the front swivel up to the rear suspension point (swivel) or almost to the rear suspension point. This is usually done by sliding the front suspension along a line stretched along the weapon from the front swivel to the rear (rear suspension). Due to this, the functionality of the operational transformation of a two-point belt in the extreme forward position and a single-point belt in the extreme rear position of the front suspension (hereinafter PP) is implemented.
Because of the convenience provided by their primary functionality, three-point harnesses rarely have the features described in the previous section. The only frequently encountered feature is the quick reset feature. Parts like the shoulder strap, shock absorber, quick change of length are the exception rather than the rule, and the function of turning into a single point belt naturally comes from the main functionality of the belt.
It makes sense to use three-point belts for a fairly long and therefore uncomfortable weapon for long-term foot movement in case of a requirement to be ready to immediately open fire. The design feature of most models of three-point belts allows you to fold the slings along the guide and around the body of the operator and get the effect of a conventional two-point belt with minimal functionality.
However, it should be noted that not all operators like three-point belts. In some cases, it is not rational to put a three-point belt on a weapon at all. First of all, the reason for this is the guide sling that is interfering along the weapon. For example, a three-point belt makes it very difficult to distort the fore-end in pump-action shotguns. When used by left-handers, the guiding sling may overlap the weapon controls and/or the ejection window.
The diagram of the three-point belt device can be understood from the drawings I found on the Web:
Three-point belts can be somewhat conditionally divided into 2 large groups:
1. Belts with the possibility of a stable position of the PP in 2 extreme positions: in front and behind, without the possibility of quick fixation in intermediate positions.
2. Straps with the ability to easily fix the PP anywhere within the front and rear strap attachment.
Let's consider them more broadly.
1. For belts of the 1st group, the stable forward position of the PP is realized due to the quick-release fastening, usually on fastex or buttons. In a number of cases, mainly on the earliest belts, a stable front mount of the RM is not made at all, and the front position of the RM is stabilized due to the position of the weapon. The rear position is not stabilized, but may be limited to prevent the RPG from approaching the rear attachment point. This is done to limit the possibility of turning into a full-fledged single-point belt (in terms of operating functions) in favor of a tighter girth and a more stable position of a long weapon. The possibility of shifting weapons to the second shoulder is often limited or somewhat complicated (see diagram). The limiter is usually carried out on a double-slit buckle.
Let's look at examples:
1) It is difficult for me to determine exactly when three-point harnesses were invented. I have not yet been able to determine the beginning of the distribution of three-point belts among the military and civilian “siloviki”. Among the hunters, there is still some data. The earliest Russian-language source available to me is "Everything about a hunting rifle", E.V. Steingold (second edition 1978) under the title "quick belt". Presumably the design was known before the first edition in 1974. Due to the conservatism of hunters, such designs have not received much distribution among hunters, but still they continue to be used usually with some minor changes.
2) Despite the small distribution of the so-called. "quick belts" among hunters, new ideas based on the same principle continue to appear. For example, the Zubr belt. It differs by the patented (however, quite simple and ingenious) principle of fixing the PP at the front swivel, realized by the stop of the ring (manufactured, by the way, by Duraflex) in the specially left short free end of the rigid sling. In this case, fixation occurs automatically when the PP is brought to the extreme front position, and the separation of the PP, as I understand it, should be done by opening the ring, or pressing the fixing end of the foot. The Zubr Blitz belt differs only in the added fastex quick release.
video
3) As the simplest implementation of a three-point belt, a standard Soviet 6Sh5 belt can be used in the appropriate assembly option. The function of changing the length of the belt is absent.
4) A simple and at the same time quite interesting option is implemented in a standard belt for the G36. The method of suspending the fixing fastex somewhat unloads it in the closed position due to high friction on the sling and thereby increases the strength and reliability of the PP fixation assembly. Note that the standard used carabiners have a hole allowing the front carabiner to be detached from the swivel and attached to the rear carabiner if desired, resulting in a typical simple single point sling. However, this hole is not on all belts.
5) Another similar variant is presented in the standard belt for L85A1. Having a similar PP fixing unit, it is distinguished by a relatively complex fastening of the sling sling directly to the sling swivels on the weapon and a quick sling adjustment unit on a three-slot buckle. To facilitate belt management, the three-slot buckle has a special belt loop. Please note that in one of the photos the belt is inserted into the buckle in a non-standard way.
6) I will also mention the standard belt for FAMAS. Being a fairly simple three-point belt, it is interesting in the method of front attachment of the belt. It is implemented, apparently, with the help of a special mechanism in the front attachment of the belt. The PP is fixed only by pressing the elastic U-shaped plate.
7) A simple variant is implemented in Our Close Quarters Battle (CQB) 3 Point Tactical Slings. Fixing the PP in the forward position is not provided, but there is a limiter for the movement of the PP in the form of a double-slot buckle. Fastex quick release available. Almost the same solution is used in Giles Tactical Rifle Sling. Differences in the absence of a quick release fastex and the use of quick mounting swivels. Please note that, in principle, you can abandon the ring sliding along the guide line and use the fastex slot for this.
8) SPEC-OPS belt under the strange name MAMBA. The design includes both a shock-absorbing element, and fastex quick release, and the function of operational regulation, implemented on the slots of the fastex, and a double-slotted buckle for regulating the position of the PP, and, for some reason, fastex with the function of operational regulation on the guide sling.
9) Flyye belt. Shown here as an example of a typical commercial 3-point harness with minimal functionality. Fixation of the PP is made by fastex. The PP suspension unit is made on a three-slotted buckle, to the middle jumper of which a detachable half of the fastex is sewn on a separate segment of the sling. So that the fastex does not hang out, both halves of it are pressed against the guide line with textile rubber couplings. Please note that the belt in the photo is as stretched as possible and the adjusting three-slot buckle is located directly at the PP. The user also added a Soviet carbine in addition to the front carbine.
10) A couple of the simplest belts I once made from HB lines for airsoft drives for me and a friend. Basically my first belt designs. Fixation of the software is made on the basis of 2 buttons. Sewing work was carried out only on a piece of artificial black sling with buttons. The rest of the belts consist of one piece without a single seam. The assembly of belts was carried out on semi-self-made double-slit metal buckles, in which the factory middle part was replaced with thicker wire. Rings were made from the same buckles with the middle part removed. Pay attention to the not the best solution for fixing the PP, used by a friend: after unfastening the belt, it should slip through the ring and at the same time cling to it a little with buttons.
11) Belt Zastava RTB1 Serpentine. Tarpaulin belts, steel fittings, there is no fixation of the PP in the extreme forward position, there are restrictive double-slit buckles, epaulettes, a quick release function, apparently not on a fastex (to open, you need to pull on a special tongue, it can be a kovac buckle). Army-style, simple, reliable and brutal.
12) Belt Zastava RAS and RAS-M. Also canvas belts and steel fittings. The PP ring in the forward position is fixed by hooking on a special hook (hook). For operation, the ring from the hook should be specially removed. The M model added a quick-release rear mount to the weapon. Pictured is model M.
13) I will present a version I once made based on a belt from the Ukrainian company Shkval, with some consideration for the design of the ART belt from the Ukrainian company STS. There are minor differences in the way the front and rear attachment to the weapon. Fixing the PP is implemented on the basis of 4 buttons. Why buttons again? The fact is that the use of fastexes to fix the PP and the nearby quick reset can lead to an error when operating when the operator opens the wrong fastex, although this is often done (I don’t give examples, if you wish, follow, for example, the link http:// www.ar15.com/forums/t_3_19/252462_.html&page=1). Therefore, I think, it is necessary to separate the fixation of the PP and the quick release according to tactile sensations (for example, by closing the quick release with a clutch made of wide textile gum or using a fastex of a slightly different shape and / or size) or even by the principles of opening (for example, using a self-resetting buckle, a buckle kovac, etc.). I took the path of least resistance and, following the example of Shkval and others, used buttons. I would like to draw your attention to the fact that the upper section of the strap with buttons used to grab by hand when opening the mount of the PP is not on the PP, but on the front mount of the belt to the weapon. In this case, when the PP is released, the second hand continues to control the weapon in the forearm area, and does not “leave” back along with the PP. Pay also attention to the different options for passing the sling through the slots of the fastex - with the possibility of regulation and simply through the second slot with regulation of the length of the belt due to the double-slot buckle on the belt further. I first removed the double-slit buckle that limited the movement of the PP back, and then returned it, adding a quick adjustment loop to it. A similar solution is sometimes used in single-point belts, but for three-point belts it is used for the first time (at least I have not seen it).
2. Belts of the ІІ group have a variety of complexity options for implementing the adjustable position of the PP. The simplest (note that there is also a quick reset fastex) is shown in the diagram.
Let's go straight to the examples.
1) Belt made by me once for testing on my first airsoft spring. The goal is to experimentally prove to yourself the possibility of creating a three-point weapon belt from a conventional modern detachable belt for a bag. To do this, one seam was ripped open (on a double-slit buckle), 1 double-slit buckle was added and the belt was re-assembled. Moving the position of the PP is implemented simply on a double-slotted buckle. Pay attention to the position of the double-slit buckle - to reduce friction, it is installed upside down. In principle, the belt is easily retrofitted by inserting a quick release fastex. In the upgraded version, there is some risk of accidental unfastening of the quick release fastex, which is located just in the place where the hand is gripped to change the position of the PP. As you can easily see, the modernized version is a functional copy of the scheme presented at the beginning of the group description. This similarity is not accidental - such a decision suggests itself and actually lies on the surface. Note: while adjusting the position of the PP, the guide line must be unloaded, which requires holding the weapon with the first hand with the weight of the weapon transferred to it.
2) The sling I recorded as Gear Sector GS-3P Quick Adjust Sling. In principle, no special description is required. Adjustment of the position of the PP is made on the basis of a double-slit buckle and a flat ring
3) The standard Soviet 6Sh5 gun belt can also be used to create a three-point belt with an adjustable PP position. The length of the strap is not adjustable. Due to the geometry of the double-slit steel buckle and the thickness of the canvas strap, the friction in the position control unit of the PP is too large, making it difficult to adjust.
4) A solution based on 5 flat rings is implemented in the I.M.P.D belt. 3-POINT TACTICAL SINGLE POINT SLING. This and the options below are much more difficult to implement and somewhat more difficult to operate. The same solution was applied by the LiveJournal user g-r-i-s-h-k-a for himself and for k-a-r-d-e-na, for example. The assembly method is presented in part 2 of this work. Please note that in the GTS belt (manufactured by g-r-i-s-h-k-a) there is no shoulder strap, but there is a shock-absorbing element.
5) Belts adjusted using a non-automatic clamp are shown in the following photos. As far as I understand, the largest manufacturer and possibly developer is Specter Gear (Specter Gear SOP series). The use of the option with a clip has the advantages that the clip can be used as a fixer for the extreme forward position of the SR and when it is released, the belt acts like the belts of the first group, and can be used as a fixer for the position of the SR at any place on the guide sling, which is typical for the belts of the second groups. Pay attention to the options for hanging the PP to the guide sling - there are solutions using 2 slots of the quick release fastex adjusting unit. In the photos with a wide sling - a belt produced by LJ user Johnny Tower.
6) Belt "Debt M2". It has a significant difference from other belts according to the principle of operation. For all previous models, the PP slides along the guide line. As a result, the total perimeter of the girth on the operator's body (both the sling running along the weapon and the sling from the rear attachment to the PP point is taken into account) changes. In the extreme forward position of the PP, the length of the perimeter of the operator's body circumference is maximum, which is partially offset by a significant distance to the front swivel (mount), and in the extreme rear position it is minimal, which is also partially offset by the optimal shape of the curve, which no longer has straight sections along the weapon. In the “Dolg M2” belt, the function of moving the PP is not implemented by sliding along the guide sling. The belt consists of 2 main parts: the main girth and the “pull up tape”. The main girth, as the name implies, is closed in a ring, wraps around the operator's body and joins the weapon at the rear mount with the possibility of sliding its lines through the mount. The pull-up tape is attached to the front swivel (attachment) and in the classic way passes through a three-slot buckle located on the main girth. Thus, a quick change in the length of the working part of the pull-up tape is implemented. Shortening the working part with a pull by the free (and sewn for convenience to the length of the grip) end of the pull-up tape, the operator pulls the three-slot buckle forward and gets the effect of moving the PP to the front swivel (mount). By pulling the working protrusion of the three-slotted buckle, which the developers called the “pedal”, the operator lengthens the working part of the pull-up tape and gets the effect of shifting the PP back to the rear mount. The main girth sling during these operations slips through the rear attachment. The effect of the guide sling is present and is realized both due to the pull-up tape and due to the main girth. Sorry for such a detailed description, but as the study of the Web has shown, many do not understand only from photographs. As a result of such an implementation, the density of hanging the weapon to the operator's body is higher than that of competitors, without compromising the convenience of operating. A natural disadvantage of this belt is the hanging free part of the pull-up tape. Some operators have complaints that the tape tends to cling to various objects and get in the way. However, most operators do not express such criticism. Being in the eyes of the developers the development of the “Debt M1” belt, it inherited and received other shortcomings. During the development, apparently, the authors sought to ensure the maximum tension of the part of the belt running along the weapon at the extreme forward position of the PP by resting the fittings in the rear mount. Therefore, the main girth consists of 2 parts, connected on one side with a quick release fastex, and on the other side with a duplicated knot on 3 double-slit buckles. In the first version of the belt, the quick-release fastex was located at the back and rested against the rear mount in the extreme forward position of the PP. Since when the pull-up tape is lengthened, the main girth slides along the rear mount, the fastex is far behind the butt, which complicates its unfastening - you need to stretch far with your first hand. In addition, when operating with a weapon, the belt also sometimes slides over the operator’s body and the fastex interferes with its friction against the body and equipment. Later, the developers turned the main girth over and installed a fastex at the pull-up tape adjustment unit (“pedals”). At the same time, without shifting the fastex from the adjustment unit upwards, the extreme double-slot buckle stops in the rear fastening in the extreme forward position of the PP. Several double-slotted buckles, which are behind, also interfere, although not in the same way as fastex. They also do not allow the carrying of weapons behind the back on both shoulders like a “biathlon” backpack. Also, according to a number of operators, developers are too addicted to using double-slit buckles. Another significant drawback of the belt is its incomplete versatility - full functionality and convenience is achieved only if the length of the pull-up tape matches the distance between the front and rear mounts to the weapon. That is, the belt should be taken / made for a specific model of weapon. If the pull-up tape is too long, the free end hangs too much, which, in general, is not a problem and can be eliminated by refinement by the user himself. On the contrary, if the belt is too short, the PP pull-up does not reach the rear attachment and there is no effect of turning into a single-point belt, which, however, is not relevant for all operators. Partially, this drawback can be eliminated by changing the location of the rear suspension, which is not acceptable for all operators / weapons. Or using different pull-up bands and “pedals” when installed on different weapons. I note that the design of the belt is patented, link to the patent http://worldwide.espacenet.com/publicationDetails/biblio?FT=D&date=20110620&DB=EPODOC&locale=ru_ru&CC=RU&NR=2421675C1&KC=C1&ND=5 .
7) While this article was being written, a new belt model was released - “Debt M3”. The new belt largely eliminated the shortcomings of the previous model. Therefore, instead of recommendations for improving M2, let's move on to considering M3. So, changes. The main girth is now made from one piece and is not stitched, but assembled on fittings. The attachment point of the three-slotted buckle (“pedal”) to the main girth has been changed. The number of double-slit buckles has been drastically reduced. The quick-release fastex is no longer sewn in and can be replaced, and in addition, its adjusting part is used to adjust the length of the belt. The end of the belt, which is shifted during adjustment, slides along the belt attached to a three-slot buckle. At the numerous requests of users, a quick-detachable shoulder strap developed jointly with the Splav company appeared. However, this design of shoulder strap is not new.
http://www.maxpedition.com/store/pc/1-5-SHOULDER-PAD-34p207.htm
The number of options for rear attachment points to weapons has also increased. It became possible to carry a weapon behind your back, like a biathlon backpack. Implemented the ability to use the belt as a two-point, which in the previous model was prevented by the knot connecting the halves of the girth. However, not all shortcomings have been eliminated. Excessive, according to a number of operators, friction in the pull-up band adjustment unit remains, which can be easily eliminated by sorting out the attachment unit of the three-slot buckle (“pedals”). The possibility of changing the length of the pull-up tape for the possibility of installation on different types of weapons did not appear. This is due to the use of a sewn-in front carabiner, which, thanks to the cooperation with LJ user k-a-r-d-e-n, began to be sewn in on the M2 model so as not to rattle against the weapon. The function of quickly changing the length of the main girth is not implemented, but this can be quite easily eliminated by reassembling the belt to eliminate the regulating function of the fastex and introducing a loop on the three-slot buckle. The belt design is also claimed to be patented.
8) Stich Profi three-point belt No. 2. Unlike the above designs, it really has 3 points of attachment to the weapon. In fact, the belt is a two-point belt with an additional intermediate strap with a shock-absorbing element. Judging by the photographs, in terms of its functional features, the belt differs sharply from other models and should be close to two-point belts. The design of the belt can be seen from the photo
The names of the belts indicated in the examples are in most cases given in this order: the name of the manufacturer and, separated by a space, the name of the belt. Please note that the names may contain errors. Many models were left out of the scope of the review.
I hope that in this review I have given descriptions of the main common designs of three-point belts.
Just in case, I will add that in a number of models the guide line is not part of the rest of the girth. In some cases, measures are introduced to tension the guide line. In at least one case (one of the implementations of the MAMBA belt), the rear suspension can also move along the guide line.
Of great importance for the convenience of operating weapons is the "density of the rear mount." That is, the rear suspension unit of the belt should ensure that the sling (or only the guide sling) passes as close as possible to the butt. This will ensure a fairly tight fit of the weapon with a comfortable strap length. The same high rear suspension requirements apply to the 3-point harness. In some cases, the rear suspension is made on the right side of the butt. For ease of operation, the rear suspension should usually be close enough to the butt plate, but this requirement varies for different types of weapons, belts and different operators.
Most of the techniques for carrying and operating weapons with three-point belts are well shown in the video:
In order not to overload the already swollen section with large photos, I suggest that you follow the link and see the same in pictures: http://www.g151.ru/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=69&Itemid=57
In addition, you can add 2 more methods of carrying on your back.
Hunters, in order not to add an additional cuff (collar) on the back of the “oar”, attach the belt to the swivel from below and, so that the weapon does not turn over with the trigger guard and sling swivels up, they lash the belt through the butt or butt plate to the right. See the video for the Zubr belt for more details.
Here, perhaps, it will be enough for three-point belts.
To be continued.