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3M™ PELTOR™ ComTac™ VIII Advanced Tactical Communication & Hearing-Protection Headset
Description
3M™ PELTOR™ ComTac™ VIII
Advanced Tactical Communication & Hearing-Protection Headset
The ComTac VIII is 3M’s newest combat-proven headset platform, engineered to give military and law-enforcement operators maximum auditory situational awareness while providing outstanding protection from impulse and steady-state noise. A redesigned cup geometry, padded low-profile headband and next-gen electronics deliver improved comfort, integration and mission flexibility.
Six Reasons Operators Upgrade to ComTac VIII
- MAP – Mission Audio Profiles
Five selectable ambient-listening profiles (Classic + four mission modes) tailor frequency response & gain for patrol, conversation, comfort, observation and more. - Enhanced Environmental Listening
New parabolic mic housings mirror the human ear for hyper-natural directional hearing and superior wind-noise rejection. - Hearing Protection & Earplug Mode
29 dB SNR on its own — or up to 40 dB when paired with 3M EAR™ Classic plugs (boosted headset gain maintains awareness). - Noise-Cancelling Boom Mic (select models)
Crystal-clear radio comms in armoured vehicles, rotor-wash or small-arms fire. - Rugged Next-Gen Housing
Enlarged ear-cavity, angled speakers, stainless steel frame and gel-pad compatibility for all-day wear under ballistic or bump helmets. - User-Configurable Voice Menu
Spoken prompts available in English, German, French and Spanish.
Core Specifications
| Attenuation (SNR) | 29 dB | with EAR Classic 40 dB |
|---|---|
| Electronics | Level-dependent, MAP ×5, ear-plug compensation, sound-scaping for radio clarity |
| Battery / runtime | 2 × AAA (alkaline or NiMH) | ≈ 50 h continuous |
| Cup shells | Impact- and flame-resistant polymer, gel-pad ready |
| Net weight | ≈ 400 g / 14.1 oz (with batteries) |
| Compliant with | MIL-STD-810, MIL-STD-461, EN 352, ANSI S3.19, STANAG 4690 (selected clauses) |
What’s New vs ComTac XPI?
- Re-contoured earcups & angled speakers = more ear space, better seal.
- Upgraded headband for lower pressure and helmet-strap compatibility.
- MAP sound-profile engine (classic linear or 4 enhanced modes).
- Multi-language voice menu & simplified button interface.
Package Contents
- ComTac VIII active headset with foldable headband
- Noise-cancelling boom mic (if selected)
- 2 × AAA premium alkaline cells
- 3.5 mm audio lead (radio/MP3)
- Operator quick guide & safety sheet
MAP profiles explained
1.Classic – linear, natural ambience (legacy ComTac feel)
2.Comfort – filters low-freq engine/vehicle hum for less fatigue
3.Conversation – boosts speech frequencies in noisy areas
4.Patrol – balanced gain for movement & situational cues
5.Observation – heightened high-end detail for distant sounds
Manufacturer | Product Safety Contact
3M Company – 3M Center, St Paul MN 55144-1000, USA | 3M Help Center