
Helikon-Tex Cobra FC45 — 45 mm Tactical Belt
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The Cobra FC45 is a 45 mm wide nylon tactical belt designed by Helikon-Tex to fit all trouser models in their catalogue and to handle both everyday carry and operational use. Its defining feature is the AustriAlpin Cobra FC45 buckle, a patented system that has become a benchmark in professional load-bearing equipment.
The AustriAlpin Cobra FC45 buckle is not a generic component: its dual lateral release system allows the belt to be fastened and unfastened with a single decisive motion even when wearing gloves, reducing donning time compared to a traditional tongue buckle. The mechanism is built for sustained operational use, not just looks.
The 45 mm width is sufficient to distribute the load from holsters, MOLLE pouches and accessories without the belt folding or slipping during movement. It should be noted, however, that a single-layer nylon belt of this type does not replace a rigid inner/outer belt system when carrying a heavy load: in that configuration it offers less lateral stability, but remains significantly lighter and quicker to put on. It is the right choice for anyone who wants a robust, functional belt without the complexity of a dual system.
Key features
- Patented AustriAlpin Cobra FC45 buckle: reliable quick-release even with issued gloves
- 45 mm width compatible with most tactical belt loops and MOLLE belt accessories
- Resilient nylon webbing that holds its shape under moderate load during dynamic use
- Available in six sizes from 110 cm (S) to 160 cm (XXXL) to cover every build
- Compatible with all Helikon-Tex trousers and the main belt-mount accessories
In the box
- Helikon-Tex Cobra FC45 belt
Specifications
Sizes
TROUSER SIZE GUIDE
The Viper trouser size listed on the site refers to the waist measurement in inches. To find the right size, simply check which waist measurement corresponds to your size. For example, an Italian size 46 corresponds to a 32" waist, so you should select size 32 on the site. You can also choose to measure your own waist and select the corresponding size. If your waist measurement is 90 cm, for instance, you should select the corresponding size in inches, which is 36". Contact us via chat or email with any questions. The size shown on the site corresponds to the waist measurement in inches.
| International | VIPER SIZE (waist in inches) |
Waist in CM | UK | FR | IT | ESP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XXS | 26-28 | 66-71 | 32 | 38 | 42 | 36 |
| XS | 28-30 | 71-76 | 34 | 40 | 44 | 40 |
| S | 30-32 | 76-81 | 36 | 42 | 46 | 44 |
| M | 32-34 | 81-86 | 38 | 44 | 48 | 48 |
| L | 34-36 | 86-91 | 40 | 46 | 50 | 52 |
| XL | 36-38 | 91-96 | 42 | 48 | 52 | 56 |
| XXL - 2XL | 38-40 | 96-101 | 44 | 50 | 54 | 60 |
| XXXL - 3XL | 40-41 | 100-104 | 46 | 52 | 56 | 64 |
| XXXXL - 4XL | 41-43 | 105-109 | 48 | 54 | 58 | 68 |
FOOTWEAR SIZE GUIDE
| TYPE | SIZES | ||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EU/IT | 38 | 38.5 | 39 | 40 | 41 | 42 | 43 | 44 | 45 | 46.5 | 48.5 |
| UK | 5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13.5 |
| USA | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 10.5 | 11.5 | 12.5 | 14 |
| JP | 24 | 24.5 | 25 | 25.5 | 26 | 26.5 | 27.5 | 28.5 | 29.5 | 30.5 | 31.5 |
| MEX | 4.5 | 5 | 5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12.5 |
| BR | 36 | 36 | 37 | 38 | 39 | 40 | 41 | 42 | 43 | 44 | 46 |
| AU | 5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13.5 |
Marca
Helikon-Tex
Technical clothing, field equipment and carry systems by Helikon-Tex. It is the most represented brand in the catalogue for outdoor and tactical gear, with over seven hundred product references.






