Soviet Summer Tanker Helmet Electronics:Four-Pin Connector The uninitiated may call this

The uninitiated may call this a gas mask

or other signs of use that have not compromised a significant majority of its functionality

Hook and loop fastener above left front pocket for name tape

Fold-away hood

Grooved Plastic grip with steel pommel

Soviet Summer Tanker Helmet Electronics:Four-Pin Connector The uninitiated may call thisIvan, the tanks coming! Oh God, he has his helmet on! He cant hear us! Oh God! Seen on the noggin of every Soviet and Post Combloc tanker, these helmets remain unique for their softer exterior and full head covering in contrast to the more prominent hard helmet and cap like designs of the era. Although these are summer variants, the helmets are still well padded to drown out noise. This allowed tank crews to hear and respond to orders given through a