MSA Cairns® 660C Metro Composite Fire Helmet
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The MSA Cairns® 660C Metro Composite Fire Helmet delivers structural firefighting protection in a compact, low-profile design suitable for structural operations, technical rescue, EMS, and confined-space applications.
The durable through-color fiberglass composite shell resists cracking and chipping, while the internal impact-cap system provides thermal and impact protection. Adjustable suspension components help provide a secure fit and improve compatibility with SCBA facepieces.
COMPACT COMPOSITE STRUCTURAL FIRE HELMET
Current MSA Cairns 660C Metro production is certified to applicable NFPA 1970 (1971) – 2025 structural firefighting requirements. Certification should always be verified for the exact part number and helmet configuration supplied.
Key Features
- Low-profile modern helmet design
- Through-color fiberglass composite shell resists cracking and chipping
- Impact cap provides thermal and impact protection
- Shell Release System helps allow escape from snag hazards while retaining impact-cap protection
- High-temperature TPR edge trim is designed not to melt or drip
- Soft black Nomex® chinstrap with quick-release buckle and postman slide
- Nomex® or PBI/Kevlar® earlap depending on configuration
- Three-position rear ratchet height adjustment
- SCBA-interface front headband adjustment
- Removable flannel or leather cushion liner depending on configuration
- Available in multiple shell colors
- Multiple eye-protection configurations available
Specifications
| SPECIFICATION | DETAILS |
|---|---|
| Applications | Structural firefighting, technical rescue, EMS and confined-space applications |
| Current Standard | NFPA 1970 (1971) – 2025 |
| Shell Material | Through-color fiberglass composite |
| Impact Protection | Internal impact-cap system |
| Adjustment | Three-position rear ratchet and SCBA-interface front headband |
| Chinstrap | Nomex® with quick-release buckle and postman slide |
| Shell Colors | Black, yellow, red, white, orange, blue and green offered by MSA |
Standard Configuration
Standard configurations available through this listing include a 4-inch Standard Faceshield or ESS Goggles, flannel cushion liner, Nomex® earlap, Nomex® chinstrap with quick release and postman slide, and lime/yellow Reflexite® trim.
Deluxe Configuration
Deluxe configurations available through this listing include a 4-inch Tuffshield or ESS Goggles, leather cushion liner, PBI/Kevlar® earlap, flannel crown pad, Nomex® chinstrap with quick release and postman slide, and lime/yellow Reflexite® trim.
Note: MSA offers additional Cairns 660C Metro configurations, including Defender® Visor options. Contact Cascade Fire Equipment for availability.