It’s not about the place. It’s about the action

You know how it goes in the field – one moment you’re lying low, the next you're crawling through dense brush. The weather changes. Obstacles show up. Tasks don’t forgive mistakes. And when your gear starts getting in the way, you know something’s off. Poorly chosen pants can restrict your movement, soak through in a light rain, or rip right when it matters most. 


That’s why we’ve created a range of pants and shorts that are part of the solution – not the problem.


We’ve tested them in the toughest conditions. So you don’t have to. 

Shorts built for action – because movement doesn’t take a break 

When the temperature rises, compromise isn’t an option. Helikon-Tex shorts offer all the features you expect from full-length models – just in a summer-ready format. 

They solve problems like: 

  • lack of functional pockets in warm-weather clothing,
  • overly heavy materials,
  • poor fit for female users (in women’s versions). 

Choose from: 

  • Utility Light Shorts – lightweight and practical.
  • OTP Pants (Women’s) – full-length version for those who want more.
  • OTP 8.5” (Women’s) – anatomically designed without sacrificing function.
  • GREYMAN Shorts – discreet, urban-ready.
  • UTS Shorts 6” – shorter cut, more freedom.
  • UTS Shorts 8.5” – the summer tactical standard. 

Utility Light Shorts

GREYMAN Shorts

UTS Shorts 6”

UTS Shorts 8.5" - PolyCotton Ripstop
Number of pockets 6 9 10 10
Main material and composition VersaStretch® Lite: 93% Nylon, 7% Elastane DuraCanvas®: 65% Poliester, 33% Cotton, 2% Elastane PolyCotton Ripstop: 60% Cotton, 37% Poliester, 3% Elastane PolyCotton Stretch Ripstop: 50% Poliester, 48% Cotton, 2% Elastane
Weight [g] 210 326 370 393
Magazine pocket
Pad compartments - - - -
Leg adjustment - - - -
Climate conditions Warm: 19 do 40°C,
Moderate: 10 do 18°C		 Warm: 19 do 40°C,
Moderate: 10 do 18°C		 Warm: 19 do 40°C,
Moderate: 10 do 18°C		 Warm: 19 do 40°C

For special tasks: tactical and combat pants  

Precision is key. Comfort isn’t a luxury – it’s a requirement. Good tactical pants won’t just survive hard use – they’ll let you move freely. 

They solve problems like: 

  • chafing and overheating during long ops,
  • limited mobility when kneeling or crawling,
  • no room for essential gear,
  • poor resistance to terrain and abrasion.  

Choose from: 

  • MBDU – lightweight and flexible, with a smart pocket layout.
  • MCDU – for those who accept no compromise.
  • BDU Mk2 – classic look, upgraded with reinforcements and a modern cut.
  • M65 – a legendary design built to last.
  • SFU Next Mk2 – functionality appreciated by any operator. 

MBDU Pants

MCDU Pants- DyNyCo

BDU Mk2

M65
Number of pockets 8 12 7 6
Main material and composition NyCo Ripstop: 50% Nylon, 50% Cotton DyNyCo: 49% Nylon, 48% Cotton, 3% Elastane PolyCotton Ripstop: 50% Cotton, 50% Poliester NyCo Sateen: 50% Nylon, 50% Cotton
Weight [g] 661 735 670 899
Magazine pocket
- -
Pad compartments
- -
Leg adjustment
Climate conditions Moderate: 10 do 18°C,
Cold-wet: -5 do 10°C		 Moderate: 10 do 18°C,
Cold-wet: -5 do 10°C		 Moderate: 10 do 18°C,
Cold-wet: -5 do 10°C		 Moderate: 10 do 18°C,
Cold-wet: -5 do 10°C,
Cold-dry: -15 do -5°C

Urban-ready: pants for the city 

The city demands a different approach. Blending into the crowd, all-day comfort, and full readiness – that’s the balance we aimed for. 

They solve problems like: 

  • concealing tactical features while keeping functionality – low profile,
  • better performance than regular everyday pants,
  • lack of comfort during long urban wear. 

Choose from: 

  • UTP – pants that redefined tactical clothing.
  • GREYMAN – discreet features, total freedom of movement.
  • TROOPER – minimal cut, maximum mobility.
  • TREADSTONE – versatile, modern, built for more. 

UTP

GREYMAN

TROOPER

TREADSTONE
Number of pockets 12 9 6 8
Main material and composition PolyCotton Stretch Ripstop: 50% Poliester, 48% Cotton, 2% Elastane DuraCanvas®: 65% Poliester, 33% Cotton, 2% Elastane StormStretch®: 98% Nylon, 2% Elastane DuraDenim: 58% Cotton, 26% Poliester, 15% Poliamid, 1% Elastane
Weight [g] 578 480 530 680
Magazine pocket
-
Pad compartments
-
-
Leg adjustment - -
Climate conditions Moderate: 10 do 18°C,
Cold-wet: -5 do 10°C		 Moderate: 10 do 18°C,
Cold-wet: -5 do 10°C		  Cold-wet: -5 do 10°C,
Cold-dry: -15 do -5°C		 Moderate: 10 do 18°C,
Cold-wet: -15 do -5°C

For the outdoors: bushcraft and hiking pants 

In the mountains, the forest, or under a tarp – there’s no room for mistakes. Your pants need to work with your body and the terrain. 

They solve problems like:  

  • quick soaking and loss of warmth,
  • restricted movement across varied terrain,
  • no space for outdoor gear,
  • poor ventilation. 

Choose from: 

  • OTP – an outdoor classic, combining durability and comfort.
  • PILGRIM – made for hiking and survival.
  • WOODSMAN – quiet and practical, perfect for the forest.
  • WINDRUNNER – lightweight and quick-drying, ideal for warm-weather outings. 
  • HOP - functionality and durability in a strategic hybrid.

OTP Pants - VersaStretch®

PILGRIM

WOODSMAN

HOP
Number of pockets 10 8 4 6
Main material and composition VersaStretch®: 93% Nylon, 7% Elastane DuraCanvas®: 65% Poliester, 33% Cotton, 2% Elastane DuraCanvas®: 65% Poliester, 33% Cotton, 2% Elastane DuraCanvas®: 65% Poliester, 33% Cotton, 2% Elastane
Weight [g] 503 785 579 570
Magazine pocket
- -
Pad compartments
Leg adjustment -
-
Climate conditions Moderate: 10 do 18°C,
Cold-wet: -5 do 10°C		 Moderate: 10 do 18°C,
Cold-wet: -5 do 10°C		 Moderate: 10 do 18°C,
Cold-wet: -5 do 10°C,
Cold-dry: -15 do -5°C		 Moderate: 10 do 18°C,
Cold-wet: -5 do 10°C

Think smart. Choose wisely. 

At Helikon-Tex, we test every detail. We take on the real-world challenges – so you’re ready when they come. Because it’s not about the pants. It’s about what you do in them.  
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