Type 66 helmet
Japanese-made combat helmet based on the M1 helmet / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The Type 66 (66式鉄帽, Rokurokushikitetsubou) is a Combat helmet that was used by the Japanese Self-Defense Force after the adoption of the M1 helmet, supplied by the United States when the former National Police Reserve was established. It has not been exported out of Japan since it was adopted by the JSDF.
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Type 66 helmet | |
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Type | Combat helmet |
Place of origin | Japan |
Service history | |
In service | 1966-Present |
Used by | Japan |
Production history | |
Designer | Major Harold G. Sydenham[1] |
Specifications | |
Weight | 1.4 kg (3.1 lb)[2] |
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In the JSDF, it is known as Teppachi.[2]