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5.11 Tactical TacTec Plate Carrier vs MiR Adjustable Weighted Vest, 20 lb (Short Style)

A sourced, side-by-side comparison. 5.11 Tactical TacTec Plate Carrier is cheaper at $149.49. Every spec and price links to its source.

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Spec 5.11 Tactical TacTec Plate Carrier MiR Adjustable Weighted Vest, 20 lb (Short Style)
US price $149.49
Brand5.11 TacticalMiR
Released
Total weight (lb) 20
Adjustable increments
Weight material solid iron weights
Sizing fit S-XL shoulder straps; cummerbund fits 52-57 in. circumference short style, ~11 in. length, adjustable straps
Fabric 500D nylon with perforated mesh panels 1200D reinforced nylon with double-padded shoulders and mesh ventilation
Plate pockets Yes Yes
Reflective trim No
Max weight (lb) 20

Sources — 5.11 Tactical TacTec Plate Carrier: 511tactical.com (verified 2026-08-12). MiR Adjustable Weighted Vest, 20 lb (Short Style): amazon.com (verified 2026-08-12).

What's the difference between the 5.11 Tactical TacTec Plate Carrier and MiR Adjustable Weighted Vest, 20 lb (Short Style)?

Where the two actually differ on the specs we track (2 of 8). Matching specs are omitted.

  • Sizing fit: 5.11 Tactical TacTec Plate Carrier S-XL shoulder straps; cummerbund fits 52-57 in. circumference vs MiR Adjustable Weighted Vest, 20 lb (Short Style) short style, ~11 in. length, adjustable straps
  • Fabric: 5.11 Tactical TacTec Plate Carrier 500D nylon with perforated mesh panels vs MiR Adjustable Weighted Vest, 20 lb (Short Style) 1200D reinforced nylon with double-padded shoulders and mesh ventilation

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