Agilite K-Zero Slimline Carrier Perfection
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- Опубликовано: 24 июл 2024
- In todays Agilite K-Zero review, we dig into this brand new carrier and see what new features it has. I want to know if it keeps that same insane comfort of the K-19 plate carrier. I'm also curious to see what interesting customizations Agilite added as we move into their next generation of plate carriers. Do you think we have a new leader? Lets find out!
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00:00 Agilite K-Zero
00:50 Who is Agilite again??
01:25 Current Carrier Ranking
02:20 K-Zero != K19
03:20 Buying options...sort of
03:50 Close look: Front Bag
07:37 Close look: Rear Bag
09:54 Close look: Cummerbund
12:22 Close look: Shoulder straps
14:56 Carrier Adjustment Test
16:08 Size Range Test
16:54 Plate Insertion Test
17:24 Color Options
17:44 Expansion Test
18:31 Donning and Doffing Test
19:09 Cheek Weld Test
20:32 Prone Comfort Test
21:19 Prons and Cons
25:09 Final Carrier Rankings
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I've had my k19 over a year and as soon as I decide I wanted to try a "minimalist" carrier agilite releases this........ I'm gonna be broke
literally same, the other day i decided i wanted either a spc or a mepc and then agilite releases this at the perfect time
Yep. Got my k19 2 weeks ago in a country tha usually sell only chinese crap. I'm pissrd off.
Just make sure you are well equipped with medical, food, water, comms, ammo, reliable weapons. If so, it's not a bad investment imo since the dollar is losing value fast
@@CallofWar5 dollar is not loosing value where i am. My curremcy takes a turd shaped trajectory when the US sneeze. Think 18.5 ZAR to 1$ where in the 70's the dollar was 3 to 1 ZAR.
I'm not broke from gear anymore. Now I'm broke because I built an Aero 5.56 in FDE, and decided that I would build a custom .450 Bushmaster upper for it, also in FDE using Aero parts. Then I used the lower from my 5.56, and ended up switching in a Springco red spring, and H3 buffer. Now I am custom building another lower to put back on my 5.56. It's like it never ends. LOL
Thank you and the crew for this and all of your reviews. You guys are great! I saw and played around with the K-Zero at Shot Show and I thought it was great. I own a K-19 and I love it but I'm excited to add this to my kit options and arsenal. I ordered my K-Zero on Mar 16th. Be safe! God bless! 🤙🙏🇺🇲
Thank you as always for going above and beyond with your reviews!
I dig it. Don’t know that it will replace my k19 but still looks slick AF. This thing is loaded with features
Excellent review, thank you!
I also got the K-19 because of y’all !! That’s how I found out about agilite !
I got the k-19 because of your channel!
Looking forward to the Warfighter cumberbund for sure.
The lack of support straps for the plates is a bit disappointing, but overall it looks and sounds like a great PC!
I didn't even know about the warfighter until after I ordered the 0 and found this video. Definitely looks worth it
I remember when you did a review of the back flap for the k19, glad to see the design guys at agilite know how to pay attention to detail. If the warfighter can't hook into the k-19 using the g hooks I'll be a little upset though, because I'm also in the camp of people who like the original cummerbund so I never bought the addon and it would be a real shame if that wasn't taken into account. We'll see what happens when that drops
Looking to get one of these. I have a K19 but being a skinnier dude with narrower shoulders I find shouldering the rifle like mentioned here a bit difficult. Hoping this plate carrier will solve this problem so that I can at least keep all my accessories and swap them over to the new K-0
Looking good Walsh. I am really excited to get this carrier. I understand the k19 is beloved but it did not work for me at all. Great review.
I love your gear review videos. Your plate carrier reviews have really changed my view of them. Any chance you could review the Tacticon Armament BattleVest Elite plate carrier. I’m looking into getting that one.
that is just a clone of the agilite plate carrier. everything is identical but just made with cheaper materials and not as well put together.
Great video I have already ordered my K-Zero
Great review walsh, if you are looking for another plate carrier to review I would reccomend on trying out the one from shaw concepts
I’m enjoying the ferro concepts wingman’s which aren’t as stupid big, but doesn’t work, without modification, with the quick release.
It looks nice, and I think its an exciting first look on a slick version of the K19. They really thought extensively on the convenience part of the PC, with cable management and all the hook-and-loop for modularity, and I think they're onto some really cool concepts. I think they missed some of the core features that many people expect these days- such as the missing plate support straps as you pointed out. But no drag handle? No quick release feature for the shoulder straps? (Features that even the old JPC 2.0 have 🤨) I understand wanting to be more lightweight with a smaller profile, but I think they could have still achieved this without losing some of these basic features.
More and more people are forgoing a drag handle. That is, people who actually use a plate carrier for work. It was deleted here because of that reality, and consumers need to catch up to that. I'll 100% agree about their internal support straps, however. That one seems odd to me, because that was a primary selling point for the K19 and really helped to set it apart. The shoulder strap release thing feels like something they can't get a break about. Everyone hammered the K19 for the QD shoulder buckles, and then here again they get hammered for not having them. Where they come in handy are vehicles. Yeah, it's super nice to have so you can rip off the front bag and get to a wound, but you're just as likely to need a set of sheers to declothe someone anyway, and you'd end up just snipping the shoulder straps. Either way, it'll be another deciding factor for people.
Drag handles are bad. They've always been bad. So many products have been designed to try to fix all the problems they present, and at this point most people are forgoing them entirely in favor of tubular nylon or in Agilite's case the Buddy Strap. Would I rather have one than not if my life depended on it, yeah, but in the presence of so many better tools available for the same job I just don't see the necessity to add them anymore. It sucks that it's one more thing you have to buy, but in the end you're getting a much better solution that's not gonna choke you to death on your own carrier before you bleed out and the person dragging your near lifeless body to safety might actually get you there if they get to keep both hands on their gun
Carry some webbing that you can deploy around the upper body of your “victim” and the carry handle isn’t that big of a deal. Also, as someone who wears a vest at work daily, the drag handle can be used by someone you’re fighting with as an anchor point. It’s really, really hard to break their grip once they have it.
If you really want a drag handle you can attach the AMAP3 to it which has one or use a different back panel that has one
No qr buckles on the shoulder straps are actually an advantage.
Great video/review as usual TLDC. I use the K19 at work as my primary vest and find it comfortable, practical and highly customizable. Many of guys in my group have made the switch. Now Agilite adds another trustworthy pony to the stable. My big question is…when will we see the new cummerbunds?
I think the website actually has a month listed under coming soon
-Walsh
Great video! Well done! I had some limited early exposure to the K-Zero as well and I was impressed. I knew I would be getting one and I ordered mine about two hours ago! So now I have a K-5 (really good and most comfortable), a K-19 better overall than a K-5 but my K-5 is still slightly more comfortable for me but the K-19 is still my personal favorite), and soon I'll have my K-Zero so I'm curious to see how that ranks for me over the long term.
Now which is your favorite?
Which one is your favorite
most likely going to get one of these! I did have a 19 but switched to the crye AVS because of how sandwhich board carriers crush my back. The harness system from crye is insanely comfortable and I will most likely never use another but i would like to give this a try!
I'm new to the PC world. Do you mind elaborating more on the issue you had with the 19?
Thank you for your review video. I watch a few videos on the K19 before seeing your vid. After watching your video I did buy the K19 and loved it. I might buy a K-Zero next and try that one out too. I find it hard to find a big enough carrier for my weight and chest size....55" chest so nice to find something close. The Agilite K19 is close but still works great. Hats off to Agilite for their gear and Hats off to you for your great videos....
Great review thanks
4:00 I let my friends wear the k19 and the k5 and although they are both comfortable. The clips get in the way when either of us shoulder our rifles.
The k19 should have come with buckles that allow you to get rid of the quick release. If yours didn't you should be able to contact agilite and see if you can order or be sent the kit.
@@itzhypecactus3376 you can also upgrade from the 2.0 to the 3.0 front bag which should help alleviate that issue
7:03 I just stitched my own in. A full hook and loop strap, needle, thread, a lot of colorful language from getting repeatedly stabbed by a needle, and a fair amount of time was all I needed.
Thinking I will do this as well
I’ll be having one of those warfighter cumberbunds when they drop
same!
-Walsh
Thank you for the video it was very, very informative. I chose K zero. I’m very satisfied. Keep it real :-)
Love your videos. Learned a lot from you. Ordered a K19 but now debating on a K-zero. I’m 6’ 185 and fit, don’t think I’ll regret a k19?!
K19 with the K-zero rear bag!!! Tell LEV to make it happen for the 4.0!
YES!
Agilite found a way to use less materials, streamline the design, remove uneeded options but retain the same price?
Someone’s got to pay the engineers 😂
How does the Crye JPC compare to this comfort wise? They seem to be pretty similar.
Greetings, what is the square clear cover device to the left of the "LVL 12" patch on the front of the carrier?
Dude lol you are spot on with the radio pouches lol.
but don't you want to fund their military contracts?? it's obnoxious
-Walsh
@Thin Line Defense Co lol I think us normal people won't get it unless your some edgy influencer who blurs out faces or pushes the SOF mantra
This is a nice plate carrier. I have the K19 2.0 and it’s great. But I wish…I wish they would have it in LAPD Blue for those LEO members.
leave the police force
Nice beard, have you heard any news for pouch attachment for pincer placard? i'm waiting for that one.
How do y'all think this stacks up against the MEPC by Defense Mechanisms?
Great video as usual. But I will be sticking to my k19. Hopefully, the war fighter cummerbund will integrate easily with my k19.
I definitely won't dog you on that setup!
-Walsh
My local LE supply store has the K19 black on sale. I’d use it for PT security work. For SHTF, would appreciate ways to break up the all black, like with ranger green or multicam black pouches
What are you thoughts on the Shellback Tactical carries like the 3.0?
Loved this review, ending up buying both the k-zero and k-19
Which do you prefer
The Jimithy meme you snuck in the rankings cracked me up.
haha t seemed perfect
-Walsh
Just order mine cant wait! Where's my ranger green fam at
I love your reviews, please can you do it with ferro concepts plate carrier (Fcpc5) ❤
The lack of plate straps bugs me a bit, as that just improves the weight distribution, but maybe that's a small gripe. How do you feel about it?
Walsh and I both like the plate straps in the K19, but this carrier is pretty comfy without those.
- Jason
This is what I was really looking for but I bought the k19 just over 2 weeks ago 🤦🏻♂️🤷🏻♂️
How would you run the crye skeletal cummerbund with this?
I need to know where the jpc 2.0 sits on your list
Okay so I’m new to plate carriers and I’m stuck between the kzero k19 and mepc 2.0 I like how modular and customizable the mepc is and how the bag can roll over your head to the front for access but I heard the comfort is better with the k19 and kzero and the overall design is better on the bag but idk if it can roll over to the front for access without taking the carrier off your the man and seem to have a great number of followers who know more and I’d love to hear some opinions on which one you think would be the best money spent
Oh and I’m not looking for a full load out with 100lbs of gear something I can move easily but hold necessary equipment and gear such as survival gear ifak ammo night vision basically the Essential things for a shtf scenario oh and one more thing would it be worth it for side plates
Ok, that pen holder attachment is sweet. Is there a name for it? Is it an Agilite product?
You totally start making a "war face" when testing the cheek weld!!
haha I make that goofy face when I'm focused on reloading too
-Walsh
So funny 😂
Great review and yes I will be purchasing the K-Zero
Does the kzero hold the plates in well
The way you said “that stupid ass radio” and then looked at the camera 🤣
What's your problem with the Axl advanced structural shoulder pads? I just got a pair and I think they're great, so do alot of other people.
Dude just seems to be biased against a lot of products too mainstream/have a lot of clout, it’s the general vibe I’ve been getting from his videos recently
Imma wait till they release a v2. My k19 is good enough for now.
Does it trap body heat?
@ThinLineDefenseCo have been looking at the k-zero and the k-19 and cant decide on which to go with im 5'6 155 pounds. Which would you say is the best fit for me ? Going to get the shaw concepts acr v3 placard to use with it . The six pack hanger and GP pouch. To run with it
Both would probably fit you. I'd say the K19 is slightly more comfortable, but I'd prefer the K-Zero right now. Less bulky, but still comfy.
- Jason
@@ThinLineDefenseCo what the With of the shoulder straps, I see on the k-19 there a little bit wider and the k-zero there narrow, how does that affect the fit on your shoulders?
What size is the carry on you in the video?
What do you think about the fcpcv5? I want to buy it, but I want to be informed. So far I've heard good things, but I feel like I want to know more.
I've heard good things. Much like the Shaw, that's one I gotta get eventually and try out. Between the shaw concepts and the fcpc, I'd probably go shaw though
-Walsh
For the rifle cheek weld test u should get a reg m4 stock with the stippling sanded down like some units stocks
so civilians can have crappy stocks too??
Looks awesome. I had to add pads to my JPC and JPC2.0. But I only use those as backups or loaners anymore. The K19 is my go to these days
I love my spc with some multicurve plates...but I can sleep in that k19 and not have a single issue.
-Walsh
Enjoyed the review. Curious where you think carriers like the Velocity LWPC or Mayflower APC fit on your lists.
Literally the best in the world
Ive seen a plate carrier used in Ukraine with really wide comfortable looking sholder straps but most look quite narrow and uncomfortable to wear for a long period of time...
Its sooo difficult to choose a vest.
where did you see them used?
Which size did u go with in K zero?
Man... I just want their cumberbund that they have in development. I don't really care for the quick release, while good in concept, for me anyway, it makes my k19 just not sit right because of the sagging (since I have side plates on).
@ thinlinedefense Do you find the plate moving around alot without the strap to secure it? or is the flap enough to keep the plate secure and in place high up as it should be ?
It seems to function fine without it but I still want it back. I told Agilite....they said noted and no lol I still love them
-Walsh
haha yeah i would prefer the strap also lol thats really the only thing i dont like about this plate carrier.@@ThinLineDefenseCo
What do you think about Crye JPC?
What's the name of the ball and rope you jump with , and where can i buy one
A skip-it? I should make a tactical version. You can get it on amazon.
Looks amazing. I hope this plate fits me well although I'm being small like 5' 6" and 75kg. What ya say?
Yup! you'd be fine and would probably prefer this carrier over the k19
-Walsh
What are the benefits of the spiritus expander wings and what do you use them for?
I use them to hold an additional mag and a radio setup. I've kinda gotten away from them as they're really designed to hold the mesh radio that isn't even for civilian use. So there are starting to be some way better expansion methods such as Shaw Concepts.
Is the one you got multicam? Because the one on your video looks more darker and less tan than the one shown on the website.
it's probably my color grading in the video being slightly wonky. It's regular Multicam
-Walsh
@@ThinLineDefenseCo Thanks! 😊
I’m waiting on your review of the iceplate exo plate carrier
Can you make a comparison between the k-zero and the fcpc v5 from Ferro concept?
I can. One is great.
I made a video on the great one lol
-Walsh
From K19 to K0…
From baby face jester to bearded king hero. 👌🇺🇸
THE BEARD IS LEGENDARY!!!
Thanks man!
@@ThinLineDefenseCo :) nada problemas
@@ThinLineDefenseCo bro what shirt did you used under the Plate carrier in the beginning?
beyond systems a9-a combat shirt
@@ThinLineDefenseCo 👍🏻😁
Which pack are you running on the rear of the PC? Thanks!
AMAP III with a beez combat systems predator ghillie cover
I can tell you’re a huge Agilite fanboy. I made a lot of purchase decisions based on your reviews of other products like the HRT and Beez Combat brand so thank you but I much prefer Shaw Concepts ARC plate carrier over the Agilite. I know how much you’re a fan of pre-sales and e-mail drops. 😂
I need to try the Shaw but the price keeps turning me off. I wouldn't recommend that to people. I'll get one eventually I'm sure!
-Walsh
Juuuust ordered the kzero. Can't wait to replace my budget carrier
So the rubberized shoulder material is like the crye jpc?
hmm I have an SPC so not totally sure. The kzero is way more rubbery. My SPC is more slick
-Walsh
Is there a specific brand you’re referring to when you mention “instagram plate carriers” and so on?
Ferro, Spiritus are the 2 big ones
What did Defense Mechanisms change? Plate bag size?
Just got my K-Zero today. Let me inform y’all, it’s comfortable as hell compared to most carriers and it isn’t overly bulky. The adjustments it has are also very well done. A+ in my opinion and we’ll worth the money.
Some people want these that can take 11x14 plates and in woodland maybe?
Look at that salt n pepper! Nice beard bubba
Please review Arbor Arms PC and their Assault Pack.
What do you think of the Shaw Concepts Arc plate carrier?
it would be hard for me to recommend the price to anyone that isn't getting it issued. I need to eventually get one but there are better options for 1/4 the price.
Hell even the gold standard of Crye isn't near their price. Paying boutique prices for a carrier isn't ideal.
-Walsh
Any luck using the K-Zero with a chest holster?
oh crap haha remind me what I was testing
Have you guys thought about reviewing "tactical" boots? If not, you probably should!
we did some... it wasn't well received. I use Lola rapid assault and lowa zephyrs
-Walsh
@@ThinLineDefenseCo I see. That's unfortunate. Seems to show those who didn't receive it well ignore the importance of it. Thanks again. Also, good improvement on physical shape, well done, man!
PS: Any comments/recommendations on combat shirts/pants by any chance?
Will you ever do a review over the Shaw Concept ARC V2 Carrier
ugh.... yes. I ordered some bits. It'll be like 1100 without plates
it's gonna get wrecked
The beard... Chef's kiss, friend
Hey what is that combat shirt? been looking for a good multicam shirt that isn't a turtle neck.
beyond systems. I put a link to the different versions in the comments. That one is the a-9 action shirt.
-Walsh
Thanks,was going to ask the same question and here it was!
@@ThinLineDefenseCo thanks!
WHERE does the free concepts slingster fit on the rankings?
You should do the shaw concepts arc carrier i think itd blow all the other carriers out of the water
okay okay lol
-Walsh
Genuine noob question but does the quality suffer since agilites civilian sold stuff is made overseas in the Oriente?
I think all of their stuff is made in Vietnam or Taiwan...somewhere over there. I've had a K-Zero for almost a year and wear it weekly just about. No issues with mine so far. Some of our viewers use K19s for work and wear them daily for hours. Haven't heard of issues with them. You can always join our discord (link in description) and ask folks over there.
- Jason
Do they make a molle placard for the front?
DM and Javlin concepts make one of you want that. Use discount code TLDco for either
I'm really liking the beard. Keep it.
I buy one bc its awesome
Has anybody put AK mags in the pincer placard?
Does not work
- Jason
I love my K19, it's very comfortable but I wish I had a little more room to shoulder my rifle. It looks like the K0 would open that area up
Hook and loop on the upper back is to place an identifier for law enforcement. Police or sheriff or whatever.
Have you reviewed the "IcePlate EXO Carrier" by Qore performance that would good plate carrier to review
I actually own one and it’s not modular but it’s pretty damn light. I’d be up for lending it to the channel for review if they covered shipping there and back.
I'd love a TLDco review of this one. I'm a K19 owner as well, but it weights like twice as much and the materials retain a lot of water. The padding is wonderful, but that also traps heat near the body, and I run super hot - always have. I'm strongly considering the IcePlate EXO (and in part because I qualify for a discount and need to apply) because it's on the other end of the spectrum. They offer padding that is designed to add comfort similarly to the K19, but with different materials that should negate the issues I mentioned.
I respect their take on stuff and would enjoy their thoughts!
@@humorlessclown Ping Walsh! I'd greatly appreciate him reviewing it and you kindly loaning it for that effort. I just posted to OP that I'm considering it and would greatly appreciate a review.
@@JamesMelton - Ok, no prob
@Thin Line Defense Co - Would you like to borrow my IcePlate EXO for review?
… I don’t know what I did wrong, the ping will not show blue on my side…