Helm Accessoires

With the right helmet accessories, you can get the most out of your tactical helmet. Modern airsoft helmets are designed as modular platforms onto which you can easily mount accessories to improve the comfort, functionality and appearance of your kit. Whether you’re using a FAST Helmet or a MICH Helmet, the right accessories will ensure your helmet is perfectly tailored to your playing style.

Go straight to the information you need:
• Why choose helmet accessories?
• What helmet accessories are available?
• Compatibility
• Professional use
• What should you look out for when buying helmet accessories?
• Frequently asked questions

In this category, you’ll find an extensive range of helmet accessories from Element, Emerson and FMA. These include Goggle Swivel Clips, V-Lite Marker Lights, Helmet Modification Kits, Side Covers, FAST Rail Sets, MICH 2000 Rail Sets, Helmet Protection Pads, Counterweights, Battery Cases and OCC Dial Liner Kits. These accessories are suitable for replacing worn parts, upgrading your tactical airsoft helmet or expanding your mounting options.

Whether you’re taking part in fast-paced CQB skirmishes, challenging woodland games or realistic milsim events, the right helmet accessories will ensure greater comfort, better balance and a helmet that fits perfectly with your personal loadout.

Why choose helmet accessories?

An airsoft helmet is much more than just head protection for airsoft. Thanks to its modular design, you can fully customise the helmet to suit your needs. With the right accessories, you can improve not only the comfort but also the functionality and lifespan of the helmet.

By simply replacing or upgrading components, you often don’t need to replace the whole helmet when a part becomes damaged or worn out. What’s more, you can keep customising your helmet as your kit expands.

What helmet accessories are available?

Goggle Swivel Clips

Goggle Swivel Clips ensure that the elastic strap of an airsoft goggle is securely fastened to the helmet. This helps the goggles stay in place better whilst running, crouching or crawling, and reduces the likelihood of them shifting when you’re moving vigorously.

Various versions are available, including 19 mm and 36 mm Goggle Swivel Clips. These sizes refer to the width of the goggle strap for which the clips are suitable. You should therefore always check the width of your goggle’s elastic strap before choosing a set of clips.

Attaching the goggle strap directly to the helmet also gives a neater finish, as the strap fits more snugly against the helmet and is less likely to get caught on other equipment.

V-Lite Marker Lights

V-Lite Marker Lights are widely used at milsim events and night games to make players or team members easily recognisable. These compact marker lights can be easily attached to the Velcro panels or the rail system of a tactical helmet.

The range includes various versions, including red, green, blue and IR red V-Lites. Each colour can be used for a specific purpose, such as team identification, command positions or navigation during scenarios.

The IR Red variant is only visible with compatible night vision equipment and is therefore mainly used in advanced milsim scenarios where players are operating with night vision equipment. This ensures that the lighting remains invisible to players without night vision, whilst team members can still recognise one another.

Helmet Modification Kits

A Helmet Modification Kit is ideal if you want to replace or refurbish parts of your tactical helmet. After prolonged use, screws, attachment points or other mounting components may wear out or become damaged. With a complete modification kit, you can restore the helmet’s functionality without having to buy a new one straight away.

Depending on the version, these kits contain various mounting parts that allow you to reattach accessories, rails or other helmet components. This makes a Helmet Modification Kit suitable not only for repairs, but also for players who want to upgrade their helmet or adapt it to a new configuration.

Side Covers

Helmet Side Covers provide extra protection around the ears and give a tactical helmet a more rugged look. They are attached to the sides of the helmet and are an interesting addition for players who want to further personalise their loadout.

As well as adding visual appeal, Side Covers provide better protection for the sides of your helmet against branches, bushes or other obstacles you might encounter during woodland and milsim skirmishes. Always check that a Side Cover is suitable for your specific helmet type before fitting it.

FAST Rail Sets

The side rails on a FAST Helmet are used extensively to attach accessories such as communication headsets, Goggle Swivel Clips, helmet lights and other rail accessories. If a rail becomes damaged, or if you want to give your helmet a fresh new look, a FAST Rail Set is the solution.

FAST Rail Sets are available in Black, Dark Earth and Foliage Green, so you can match the colour to the rest of your kit or easily replace an existing rail.

A new rail set ensures that all accessories can be securely fitted once again and also extends the helmet’s lifespan.

MICH 2000 Rail Sets

For players using a MICH 2000 Helmet, special MICH 2000 Rail Sets are available. These rails are designed to fit the shape and mounting points of the MICH series and are clearly different from the rails used on FAST platforms.

These replacement rails are also available in Black, Dark Earth and Foliage Green, and offer a practical solution if your existing rails have become damaged or if you want to give your helmet a different look.

A MICH Rail Set is not compatible with FAST Helmets, just as a FAST Rail Set does not fit a MICH Helmet. You should therefore always check which rail system your helmet uses before ordering new rails.

Helmet Protection Pads

The Helmet Protection Pads form the inner lining of a tactical helmet and play a major role in determining how comfortable it is to wear. After frequent use, the original pads may wear out, lose their shape or become less comfortable.

With the new Protection Pads, you can easily give the inside of your helmet a new lease of life. The pads are fitted with Velcro and can be positioned exactly as you wish. This allows you to adjust the pressure distribution to suit the shape of your head and take into account accessories such as a communication headset, safety goggles or a balaclava.

Well-adjusted padding reduces pressure points during long days of play and ensures that the helmet stays in place more securely, even when fitted with additional accessories.

Counterweights

A Counterweight is attached to the back of a tactical helmet to counterbalance the weight of accessories mounted at the front of the helmet. Particularly when using a dummy night-vision device, an action camera or other front-mounted accessories, the helmet can tend to pull forwards. This increases the strain on your neck and reduces comfort during longer skirmishes.

Placing a counterweight at the back of the helmet improves weight distribution. This helps the helmet to sit more securely and feel better balanced whilst running, crouching or wearing it for long periods.

Counterweights are often attached to the rear Velcro panel of a FAST helmet or similar tactical helmet and are a popular addition for players who fit their helmets with multiple accessories.

Battery Cases

A Battery Case is usually attached to the back of a tactical helmet and was originally designed to hold external batteries for night-vision systems. Within the airsoft community, however, a battery case is used in various ways.

As well as providing a safe place to store batteries, a battery case offers space for small accessories such as spare batteries, cables or other compact equipment. Furthermore, the contents of the pouch mean that it can also act as a counterweight, thereby better balancing the weight of accessories at the front of the helmet.

As a result, a battery case combines several functions in a single accessory: extra storage space, neat cable management and improved balance of the helmet.

OCC Dial Liner Kits

The OCC Dial Liner Kit comprises the complete adjustment system on the inside of a tactical helmet. When the original liner becomes worn or damaged, it can be easily replaced without having to replace the entire helmet.

The OCC Dial system uses a dial on the back of the helmet to allow for precise adjustment of the fit. This ensures the helmet fits more snugly on the head and remains securely in place during vigorous movements.

A new OCC Dial Liner Kit can also significantly improve comfort when the original inner lining begins to wear out over time. For many players, this is a simple way to extend the lifespan of a tactical helmet and restore its original comfort.

Compatibility

Not every helmet accessory fits every tactical helmet. Different types of helmet use different rail systems, mounting points and dimensions. You should therefore always check whether an accessory is suitable for your specific helmet before placing an order.

FAST Helmets

Many helmet accessories in this category have been developed for the popular FAST platform. These include Goggle Swivel Clips, Counterweights, Battery Cases, Side Covers and FAST Rail Sets. Thanks to the integrated side rails and Velcro panels, FAST Helmets offer extensive options for fitting accessories and upgrading them at a later date.

MICH Helmets

A range of accessories is also available for MICH 2000 Helmets, including special MICH Rail Sets. As the shape and mounting points differ from those of a FAST Helmet, these parts are only suitable for the MICH series and are not interchangeable.

Rail systems

When replacing or adding components, it is important to take into account the type of rail system on your helmet. Although many modern tactical helmets look similar, different models use different mounting points and rail profiles.

A FAST Rail Set is only suitable for FAST platforms, whilst a MICH 2000 Rail Set has been specially developed for MICH helmets. These rails are not interchangeable. You should therefore always check which type of helmet you are using before purchasing spare parts or new rail accessories.

Accessories such as Goggle Swivel Clips, Single Clamps and certain headset adaptors may also depend on the rail system used.

Helmet Covers

Almost all helmet accessories are designed so that they can be easily combined with a Helmet Cover. A well-fitting cover leaves the side rails, Velcro panels and the NVG shroud exposed, allowing accessories to remain fitted as normal.

This means that when fitting a helmet cover, you usually don’t need to remove the counterweight, battery case, marker light or goggle swivel clips. However, always check that the cover is specifically designed for your helmet type, so that all attachment points remain easily accessible.

Professional use

Modern military and tactical helmets are used worldwide as modular platforms on which each user can customise their own configuration. Depending on the mission, accessories are added or removed so that the helmet is optimally suited to the circumstances. Police and defence units also use modular helmet systems in which accessories can be added or removed depending on the task or mission.

It works in the same way in the world of airsoft. One player might opt for a simple setup consisting solely of a set of Goggle Swivel Clips and a V-Lite Marker Light, whilst another might upgrade their helmet with a counterweight, battery case, side covers and a full rail configuration.

It is precisely this flexibility that makes a tactical helmet so popular at CQB, woodland and milsim events. By simply replacing or adding accessories, the helmet adapts to your playing style, meaning you don’t have to buy a completely new helmet straight away.

What should you look out for when buying helmet accessories?

Not every helmet accessory is suitable for every tactical helmet. By checking carefully in advance which parts are compatible, you can avoid disappointment and ensure that new accessories can be fitted without any problems.

You should therefore bear in mind, amongst other things:

• The type of helmet (FAST or MICH).
• Compatibility of the rail system.
• The correct size of Goggle Swivel Clips (19 or 36 mm).
• Whether an accessory is attached using Velcro or to the rails.
• The desired colour of the spare rails.
• Whether you’re using the accessory for comfort, repairs or to add extra features.
• Compatibility with existing helmet covers and other accessories.

Common mistakes

When upgrading or maintaining a tactical helmet, the same mistakes are often made. By taking these into account in advance, you can avoid unnecessary costs and compatibility issues.

• Thinking that all rail sets fit every helmet.
• Ordering a FAST Rail Set for a MICH Helmet, or vice versa.
• Choosing the wrong size Goggle Swivel Clips.
• Do not take the helmet’s balance into account when fitting front accessories.
• I’d forgotten that a battery case can also serve as a counterweight.
• Carrying on using worn-out Protection Pads or an OCC Dial Liner for longer than necessary.
• Assume that all helmet accessories are universal.

Frequently asked questions about helmet accessories

What are Goggle Swivel Clips used for?
Goggle Swivel Clips ensure that the strap of safety glasses or goggles is securely attached to the helmet. This helps keep the glasses in place whilst moving.

What is the difference between 19 mm and 36 mm goggle swivel clips?
The difference lies in the width of the elastic goggle strap. Always check which strap width your goggles use before purchasing clips.

What is a V-Lite Marker Light used for?
A V-Lite is used for identification during milsim events and night games. Depending on the model, various colours are available, including an IR version that is only visible with night vision.

Why do you use a counterweight?
A counterweight offsets the weight of accessories attached to the front of the helmet, such as a dummy night-vision device or an action camera. This improves balance and reduces the strain on the neck.

Is a battery case the same as a counterweight?
Not quite. A battery case is designed to store batteries and small accessories, but can also act as a counterweight thanks to its contents.

Can I replace the rails on my tactical helmet?
Yes. If the original rails are damaged or you want to change the colour, you can replace them with a new FAST Rail Set or MICH 2000 Rail Set, depending on the type of helmet.

When should you replace an OCC Dial Liner Kit or Protection Pads?
If the fit becomes less secure, the padding becomes worn or the adjustment system is damaged, new Protection Pads or an OCC Dial Liner Kit will ensure that the helmet fits comfortably and securely again.

With the right helmet accessories, you can turn your tactical helmet into a fully modular system that perfectly suits your playing style. Discover the range from Element, Emerson and FMA, and customise your helmet with accessories that offer greater comfort, improved functionality and maximum expandability.