The USMC Improved Modular Tactical Vest (IMTV) is the new U.S. Marine Corps vest system. It consists of a cummerbund style main vest with groin, lower back and neck/throat protection. The system is designed to allow the Marine to scale the system up or down dependent upon mission requirements. The IMTV is a 2-point cut away system, has fully integrated side protection, communication routing channels and increased MOLLE attachment points. In addition to more efficient weight distribution, the IMTV provides increased protection to the lateral torso, with less exposed area on the side and under the arms. The IMTV also has optional lower back and groin protection, which is part of the system and can be removed if not needed. Additional options include a removable collar that is 1/2 the bulk of the older collars, throat protection, removable side plate pockets and a removable rifle bolster.

• Overhead donning and doffing
• Side-opening for EMT
• Single-handed emergency egress quick-release system
• Quick attach/detach load carriage option
• Scalable modular components
• Reinforced drag handle
• Full-wrap cummerbund style closure
• Removable/adjustable side plates
• Increased coverage, including lower back and kidney area, side torso and shoulder
• Integrated down armor for lower back/spine protection
• Provides additional side armor protection via cummerbund
• Integrated side armor plate pouches
• Integrated communication channels
• Rifle bolster allows for proper stock weld
• Improved closure strap system
• "Component-compatible" features that allow user to easily attach other load-bearing     items such as packs or ammo
• Accepts 6"x8", 7"x8" ESBI side plates
• 2-point quick release system
• Reduced bulk collar
• Multi-point adjustability
• Increased head dispersion and quick dry capability
• Exterior plate pockets
• 360° MOLLE mounting surfaces
• Adjustable throat protection (look down collar)
• Durable Cordura outer carrier
• Colors: black, white, navy or tan and a variety of camo patterns