Tactical Air-Purifying Respirator Mask (TAPR)

Description

The Tactical Air-Purifying Respirator (TAPR) is the first EN-140 certified half-face respirator mask specifically designed for special operations, security actions, and rescue teams. Originally developed to suit the needs of the Czech Special Forces, the TAPR is designed to provide flexible, versatile protection for even the most challenging tactical situations.

Key features of the TAPR respirator mask:

• Innovative, shooter-friendly design proven by active duty military
• Uses widely available NATO-standard, 40-mm filter cartridges
• Custom mesh head harness for standalone use
• Optional FIDLOCK buckle system for rapid deployment with helmets that use the popular ARC rail system
• Compatible with popular riot control helmet systems, including MSA Gallet and Schuberth riot control helmets
• Compatible with a wide variety of protective goggles, shields, and face masks
• Comes with a hardened travel case
• Ultralight construction (just over 4 oz. without filter)
• Built from high-quality sanitary silicone rubber
• Anatomical design and unique harness system provide true one-size-fits-all protection
• Compatible with our proprietary MIRA Gas Mask Microphone (sold separately)
• Ideal for use with one of three compact gas mask filters (P-CAN Compact, Particlemax P3 Compact, and NBC-17 SOF)
• Dual exhalation valves for easy breathing during long hours of use
• Can be cleaned with common disinfectants for regular/repeated use
• Carries MIRA Safety’s 1-year manufacturer warranty

Today’s special forces and elite law enforcement professionals face an unprecedented range of threats in the field.

And compromising tactical effectiveness for protection simply isn’t an option.

The TAPR is a modular half-face respirator platform that can be configured to integrate with most popular helmet systems and communications gear. It’s engineered for rapid deployment and reliable protection while preserving combat readiness and freedom of movement.

Designed to integrate seamlessly into your plate carrier, battle belt, or rig with the included pouch, the TAPR is often the best practical protection you can carry against a range of lethal and nonlethal threats.

Maximum Flexibility for Limitless Applications

Tactical Operations

The TAPR was specifically designed to help top operators tackle dynamic, real-life threats. With years of deployment and active combat use, the TAPR is a top choice among military professionals.

Riot Control & SWAT Use

Combined with our P-CAN filter for protection against tear gas, the TAPR is an effective and low-profile respirator mask that will work with your existing riot gear.

Police & Emergency Patrol

With a service life of up to 20 years and a hardshell case for easy storage and retrieval, the TAPR is a serious insurance policy for any law enforcement officer or serious professional. It’s versatile, flexible, deploys in seconds, and can be worn comfortably for hours.

Readiness Planning

Even with the included mesh head harness and a filter installed, the TAPR fits neatly in its included pouch, which in turn fits in the bottom of a backpack, or even a large purse, for discreet but practical protection around the clock.

Particulate Protection and More

Optimized for use with the new family of MIRA Safety compact gas mask filters, the TAPR also comes with a P3 particulate filter that can block harmful viral threats, with the option to add a compact NBC-17 CBRN filter to the kit for added protection.

Shooting Range Protection

Indoor shooting ranges don’t always have sufficient air filtration to deal with the amount of lead and gases expelled on a busy day. Respiratory protection is critical when discharging firearms indoors, and the TAPR provides a lightweight solution that can also help you train with a mask.

What’s in the box?

The standard TAPR Kit comes with the following:

Center Port TAPR Body

Made from silicone rubber for comfort, it has two exhalation ports and a central 40-mm NATO threaded filter connector.

Mesh Head Harness

Low-profile head harness for use without a helmet or with a helmet without rails, providing full compatibility with the protective headgear used by security forces and rescue teams.

ParticleMax P3 Compact Filter

Particle filters provide protection against solid and liquid particles. Filters are divided into classes according to their filtration efficiency. The highest class (P3) provides reliable protection against solid and liquid aerosols and hazardous microorganisms like bacteria, viruses, spores, etc.

P-CAN Compact Filter

Our P-CAN Compact filter was engineered specifically for use by law enforcement against riot control agents. This filter provides respiratory protection against the effects of tear agents, especially CS and CR gases and agents, both gaseous and aerosol based, e.g., in aqueous solution.

Carry Case

Convenient hard travel case when you’re on the go protects the TAPR respirator mask and all accessories from damage.

Nylon Pouch

Made from 600D nylon fabric, it’s large enough to fit an assembled TAPR and accessories. The back of the pouch has MOLLE webbing and built-in snap straps.

Low-Profile Exhalation Cap

Allows a closer cheek weld when using rifles.

Optional Equipment

Along with the basic accessories that come with the TAPR kit, several additional accessories are available to expand functionality:

MIRA Safety Gas Mask Microphone

Make your mask comms-ready with an integrated microphone that’s compatible with Peltor and Ops-Core headsets.

ARC Rail Fidlock Connectors

For ultra-secure fitment with most Western helmet systems, the ARC Rail Fidlock buckles are the best possible choice.

MSA Gallet “German” Adapter Kit

This kit allows for rapid deployment of your TAPR with the types of riot helmets that are widely used by police forces around the world, including (but not limited to) the MSA Gallet M05006 and Schuberth P100 series riot helmets.

Custom Right- or Left-Handed Shooter Configuration Body

Standard TAPR masks come with a central 40-mm gas mask filter and an exhalation valve on either side. This is the best configuration for weight balancing, but the central protruding filter can be problematic when you’re shouldering or handling a firearm, especially in close quarters. With the optional “shooter” configuration, the filter port can be moved to either the left or right side of the mask and the Low Profile Exhalation Valve Cover installed on the dominant/“cheek weld” side of the TAPR.

NBC-17 SOF Filter

The filter provides reliable protection against solid and liquid aerosols, smoke producing substances, radioactive particles, bacteria, viruses, vapors of organic and inorganic acids, hydroxides, organic solvents with a boiling point above 65°C, ammonia, amines, acid gases, agricultural chemical combustion products, tear-producing agents, irritants, choking agents, blister and nerve agents, (e.g., bromoacetone, CS substance, organic compounds of arsenic, phosgene, hydrogen cyanide, cyanogen chloride, mustard gas, organophosphates) – sarin, IVA, VX and other toxic substances, (e.g., benzene, toluene, vinyl chloride, fluorine, hydrogen fluoride, sulphur oxides, phosgene, phosphoric acid and its organic derivatives, chloroacetic acid, nitric acid, aldehydes, mixtures of inorganic acids and organic substances.)

IMPORTANT NOTE: Half-face masks do not provide sufficient protection from CBRN threats, and the TAPR was NOT designed for prolonged exposure to unknown environments, blister agents, or toxic industrial chemicals.

TAPR Respirator Mask Technical Data:

Weight:                        120 g
Size:                               Universal Fit
Filter Connection:         EN 148-1, NATO STANAG 4155, 40×1/7“
Facepiece Material:    Silicone rubber
Color:                             Black
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Inhalation Resistance: 
30 l/min flow rate max. 15 Pa
160 l/min flow rate max. 135 Pa

TAPR Storage

The TAPR military half-face respirator must be stored in a dark, cool, and dust-free location that’s free from sudden temperature changes. The storage room should be ventilated regularly. Temperatures may vary between 5°C and 25°C with relative humidity up to 65%. Full-face gas masks must not be exposed to radiant heat or sunshine. Fuels, solvents, lubricants, and other inflammable substances, including chemicals, must not be stored with masks. Moreover, there must not be any electrical machines or appliances that produce sparks or discharges during operation (ozone creation).

Avoid deformation of the rubber parts of the facepiece and internal CBRN gas mask during storage.