Warrior Helmet Cargo Pack (HCP) in multicam
I got this pack a couple of years ago when Warrior released it. At the time I was looking for a pack that could serve two purposes.
To use as an everyday pack
To use it on the back of my Warrior DCS (that need changed over time)
I had been looking at Eagle Industries Yote pack, but I couldn’t find one in my price range at the time.
When I saw that Warrior had released their HCP in A-Tacs I hoped that they would release it in multicam… and they did!
I ordered one from uktactical and paid around 1000 DKR incl. shipping.
A little info on the pack and the materials
The whole pack is made of 500D cordura and that makes the pack nice and light.
The pack has five compartments (not counting the helmet compartment)
There is a main compartment with room for a 2l hydration.
Two outside pouches with pals on.
A zippered pocket on the top of the pack.
A zippered pocket on the front of the helmet “flap”.
The shoulder straps is well padded and contoured. This makes the pack sit nice and snug on the back. Furthermore the straps can be removed so that you can mount the pack directly to almost any plate carrier via the MOLLE on the back.
There is a couple of rows of MOLLE on the helmet compartment “flap” and a couple of velcro squares for your standard nametape/morale patch.
There is also a few rows of MOLLE on the bottom of the pack. This fits a small horizontal utility pouch perfectly.
I was very pleased to see that Warrior had used UTX buckles on the bag. This means that I can integrate my Mayflower chestrig directly with the pack. Warrior have earlier used all sorts of weird buckles that only worked with other Warrior products. So the change in buckles is a smart move. Good job Warrior!
The helmet compartment fits a lot of different helmets. I’ve tested it with MICH 2000, 2001 and Ops-core FAST helmets. They all fit with room left over.
So far I’ve used the pack in different scenarios. I’ve used it in airsoft games, on trips in the woods and at work.
The pack was my everyday pack for two years. I used it to and from work and at work. I ride my bike to work every day, so the pack got exposed to all sorts of weather.
Here’s a look at and description of the pack in my everyday setup.
The main compartment holds my lunch, tablet/laptop, calendar, A4 folder.
The helmet compartment holds my gym clothes, shoes, nalgene and shaker.
In the right side pouch I have the case for my glasses. In the left I markers, AAA flashlight, extra batteries and some paracord and strips.
In the top zippered pouch I have som wet-wipes, bike lights, some sweets and/or a protein bar.
I have mounted two extra pouches on the pack.
The one in RG on the bottom holds my rain overpants.
The one in multicam holds a small MED-kit.
I also have a Benchmade strapcutter mounted on the pack.
This setup took me about a year to perfect. I have everything I need for everyday use.
I never got to use it on the back of my DCS. The reason for this is that I preferred to have only a few essential pouches on my back (hydration, FB pouch, IFAK). And the HCP didn’t fit that need.
But if you need a light everyday pack or a RECCE-type pack for shorter games where you need to carry a little extra, then this is a great choice for the price. Great “bang-for-the-buck”!
