MSA Cairns® 1836 Traditional Composite Fire Helmet
The MSA Cairns® 1836 Traditional Composite Fire Helmet combines the iconic American fire helmet profile with modern comfort, cleanability, fit, and protection features designed for today’s fire service.
Built around a durable fiberglass composite shell, the Cairns 1836 features a low ride height, expanded pivoting ratchet system, removable soft goods, and an impact-cap system designed for structural firefighting. Multiple eye-protection, liner, earlap, front-holder, and reflective-trim configurations allow departments and individual firefighters to select the setup that best fits their requirements.
CERTIFIED STRUCTURAL FIREFIGHTING PROTECTION
Current Cairns 1836 production is designed to meet NFPA 1970 (1971) – 2025 requirements for structural firefighting helmets. Eye and face protection supplied as part of the original compliant helmet assembly is designed to meet applicable NFPA and ANSI/ISEA Z87.1 requirements. Certification may vary by specific configuration and part number.
Key Features
- Traditional American fire helmet profile with modern composite construction
- Fiberglass composite shell engineered for structural firefighting
- Low ride height helps improve balance and comfort
- Tool-free design allows quick disassembly for inspection and cleaning
- Quick-connect soft goods and earlaps simplify removal and laundering
- Expanded and pivoting ratchet system provides adjustable fit
- Three-position headband height adjustment helps improve comfort and SCBA facepiece compatibility
- Impact-cap system provides thermal and impact protection
- Shell Release System helps retain the protective impact-cap assembly if the outer shell is dislodged
- Optional articulating Defender® Visor stows inside the helmet and can be deployed with a gloved hand
- Bourke eye shields, external faceshields, and goggle configurations are also available
- Available with standard or deluxe comfort liner configurations
- Nomex® and PBI/Kevlar® earlap options available
- Reflexite® and Scotchlite™ retro-reflective trim options available
- Integrated RFID capability supports helmet identification and asset management
- Manufactured in the USA and designed for Berry Amendment compliance
Specifications
| SPECIFICATION | DETAILS |
|---|---|
| Primary Application | Structural firefighting / emergency response |
| Current Standard | NFPA 1970 (1971) – 2025 |
| Shell Material | Fiberglass composite |
| Approx. Weight | 53.6–63 oz., depending on configuration |
| Shell Length | Approx. 15.3 in. |
| Shell Width | Approx. 11.8 in. |
| Front Holder | 5.5 in. or 6 in. compatible |
| Eye Protection | Defender® Visor, Bourke eye shields, external faceshield, or compatible goggle system depending on configuration |
Configuration Options
Cascade Fire Equipment offers multiple Cairns 1836 configurations with different shell colors, liner packages, earlaps, eye-protection systems, front holders, and reflective trim. Select the desired configuration from the product options above.
Note: Helmet certification and included components are configuration-specific. Confirm the approval label and selected components for the exact helmet ordered.