The 3M™ PELTOR™ ComTac™ VIII Single Comm Headset is a next-generation tactical communications and hearing protection system engineered for military, law enforcement, EOD, tactical response and other professionals operating in demanding high-noise environments.
Built to help operators hear what matters, communicate clearly and protect their hearing, the ComTac VIII combines advanced environmental listening with integrated radio communications and protection against hazardous impulse and steady-state noise.
Advanced Situational Awareness
The ComTac VIII incorporates Mission Audio Profiles (MAP) that allow the operator to optimize environmental listening for different operational environments. Available profiles include Observation, Patrolling, Conversation and Comfort, helping improve auditory situational awareness without sacrificing hearing protection.
3M’s Soundscape technology further enhances radio communication and speech intelligibility in noisy environments, helping operators distinguish critical communications from surrounding sound.
Single-Comm Tactical Communications
This configuration features a single communications downlead with Nexus™ 4-Con connection for integration with compatible push-to-talk (PTT) systems and tactical radios.
A dynamic, noise-cancelling boom microphone is designed to improve voice transmission in high-noise environments, making the ComTac VIII well suited for tactical teams, EOD technicians, military units, law enforcement and other personnel who depend on reliable communications.
Hearing Protection Without Sacrificing Awareness
The ComTac VIII provides a 23 dB attenuation rating while its environmental listening system helps maintain awareness of voices, movement and other important sounds around the operator.
Ear Plug Mode can also be used when the headset is worn with compatible passive earplugs, allowing users to increase hearing protection while retaining environmental listening capability.
Designed for Operational Use
The low-profile over-the-ear design is built around an adjustable rubberized headband and can be converted for use with select helmet attachment systems using optional accessories.
Powered by two AAA batteries, the ComTac VIII provides approximately 50 hours of operating time, helping support extended training and operational requirements.
Key Features
| 3M™ PELTOR™ ComTac™ VIII tactical communication headset | Single communications downlead |
| Nexus™ 4-Con connection | Coyote Brown |
| 23 dB attenuation rating | Environmental listening for enhanced auditory situational awareness |
| Mission Audio Profiles (MAP) | Observation, Patrolling, Conversation and Comfort listening profiles |
| Soundscape technology for improved communications and speech intelligibility | Dynamic noise-cancelling boom microphone |
| Ear Plug Mode for use with passive earplugs | Low-profile over-the-ear design |
| Convertible for select helmet-mounted configurations with optional accessories | Approximately 50-hour operating time |
| Powered by 2 AAA batteries | Designed for demanding military and law-enforcement environments |
Specifications
| Manufacturer Part Number | MT14H418A-47 CY |
| Color | Coyote Brown |
| Communications | Single Comm |
| Number of Leads | 1 |
| Connection | Nexus™ 4-Con |
| Attenuation Rating | 23 dB |
Communications equipment is only effective when every component of the system works together. Before ordering, tell EOD Gear what radio, PTT, helmet and communications configuration you’re currently using. Our team can help identify the appropriate headset configuration and supporting components for your operational requirements.
For military units, federal agencies, law enforcement organizations and procurement professionals requiring multiple headsets, complete communications packages or agency-level procurement support, click ADD TO QUOTE and send us your requirements.
Include: Radio model(s) • Required quantity • PTT requirements • Helmet configuration • Intended application
Frequently Asked Questions
The ComTac VIII is designed for military, law enforcement and other professional users who require hearing protection, environmental listening and tactical communications in challenging acoustic environments.
This configuration is a single-comm headset with one communications downlead.
This model is configured with a Nexus™ 4-Con connection. Compatibility with a particular radio system depends on the complete communications configuration, including the PTT and radio.
Potentially, but compatibility depends on the specific radio, PTT and system configuration. When requesting a quote, provide the exact PRC radio model or models being used so EOD Gear can help determine the appropriate configuration.
Yes. This configuration has a 23 dB attenuation rating and is designed to help protect against hazardous impulse and steady-state noise.
Yes. The ComTac VIII incorporates environmental listening designed to support auditory situational awareness while providing hearing protection.
Mission Audio Profiles, or MAP, optimize environmental listening for different acoustic situations. The ComTac VIII includes Observation, Patrolling, Conversation and Comfort profiles as well as an OFF setting.
Yes. Ear Plug Mode is designed to help maintain auditory situational awareness when the headset is used in combination with passive earplugs.
The headset can be converted for use with select helmet attachment systems using the appropriate optional mounting accessories. Provide your helmet manufacturer and model when requesting a quote if helmet mounting is required.
The ComTac VIII operates on two AAA batteries and provides approximately 50 hours of operating time, depending on operating conditions and use.
Yes. EOD Gear can support individual requirements as well as unit, agency and organizational procurement. Use ADD TO QUOTE and provide the quantity, radios, PTT requirements, helmet configuration and other operational requirements so we can quote the appropriate solution.
EOD Gear® is a veteran-founded U.S. defense equipment supplier and manufacturer built around the requirements of military, EOD, public-safety and tactical professionals. Our experience goes beyond simply selling equipment—we understand that communications, protective equipment and mission-critical systems must work together as an operational package.
When communications equipment is being integrated with tactical radios, PTT systems, helmets and other mission equipment, configuration matters. Our team works with customers to understand the complete requirement before recommending a solution.
