A10 EQUIPMENT

What A10 EQUIPMENT does

A10 Equipment is a French designer and distributor of tactical and operational apparel founded in 1970 and headquartered in Illkirch-Graffenstaden, near Strasbourg. The company serves four primary customer verticals: military forces, gendarmerie and police, private security, and outdoor/tactical enthusiasts, with a dedicated B2B professional portal (a10-equipment-pro.com) addressing institutional buyers separately from consumer traffic on a10-equipment.com.

The product portfolio spans 12 sub-brands organised into technical apparel categories: the FIGHTER Gen 1 and Gen 2 combat and outerwear lines featuring MultiCam-pattern camouflage and UBAS body-armour-system vests; the STRONG base-layer performance range including airflow-equipped T-shirts; the XMF membrane outerwear series (XMF 120 and XMF 200 hardshell parkas); the SÉCU-ONE security and law-enforcement uniform line; the ULTRA-LIGHT rapid-deployment rain system; and supplementary bivouac, cooking, and impact-protection lines. Core technology centres on textile and materials engineering — Crye Precision's licensed MultiCam patterns, D3O impact-absorbing polymers for elbow and knee protection, XMF proprietary membranes, Ripstop construction, and thermal-regulating technical fabrics — rather than digital or software systems.

A10 Equipment monetises through three parallel channels: direct B2C e-commerce on its main storefront with same-day shipping via Chronopost and free delivery above €70 within France; a dedicated B2B professional portal for military, law enforcement, and security buyers; and a three-tiered international dealer network (Authorized, Premium, Platinum) covering 40+ countries across Europe, Africa, the Americas, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific. Pricing is unit-based, ranging from €7.80 entry-level garments to €229.50 premium hardshell parkas. The company is privately held with no disclosed funding rounds or parent company, operates with approximately 15 employees, and shows no evidence of public listing, M&A activity, or external investment.

Name

A10 EQUIPMENT

Legal name

A10 Equipment

Website

https://a10-equipment.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1970

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

A10 Equipment is a French designer and distributor of tactical apparel and equipment founded in 1970, serving military, gendarmerie, police, private security, and outdoor customers across 40+ countries through D2C, B2B, and dealer channels.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Tactical Apparel and Equipment

akta.pro primary industry

Public Safety & Law Enforcement Uniforms (CRAAALAC)

akta.pro secondary industry

Protective & Work Accessories Manufacturing (Safety Gloves/Hi-Vis Accessories) (IMAOAFAH)

Keywords

• Tactical apparel
• Military equipment
• Law enforcement gear
• Tactical body armor
• Outdoor combat clothing

Headquarters

HQ city

Illkirch-Graffenstaden

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Direct E-commerce Sales: Direct B2C sales through the company's e-commerce website with same-day shipping capability for orders placed before 2pm on business days.
2. Professional/B2B Sales: Dedicated professional sales portal (a10-equipment-pro.com) for military, law enforcement, and security organizations.
3. Dealer Network Sales: Wholesale/distribution through authorized dealer network across 40+ countries.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

A10 Equipment designs, manufactures, and distributes tactical clothing and equipment including combat shirts, softshell and hardshell jackets, tactical pants, body armor vests (UBAS), impact protection pads, base layers, and bivouac accessories. The company serves military forces, gendarmerie, police, private security, and outdoor enthusiasts through direct e-commerce, a B2B professional portal, and an international dealer network in 40+ countries.

Product overview

A10 Equipment is a French manufacturer of tactical and military equipment established in 1970, serving military, law enforcement, and private security forces. The company operates an e-commerce platform offering a comprehensive portfolio of tactical apparel and gear organized into distinct product lines: FIGHTER (Gen 1 and Gen 2) featuring MultiCam tactical jackets, UBAS body armor vests, combat shirts, and pants; STRONG base layer performance wear including t-shirts with airflow technology; SÉCU-ONE specialized for security and law enforcement professionals; XMF extreme weather outerwear including hardshell parkas; and ULTRA-LIGHT rapid deployment rain gear. Products also include tactical bags, equipment carriers, individual protection (D3O padding), and bivouac accessories. The portfolio ranges from everyday duty wear to specialized operational equipment designed for extreme conditions, with items priced from basic garments (€7-12) to premium tactical systems (€150-270).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Fighter Gen 1: Tactical combat clothing and gear line
• Fighter Gen 2
• Instructor
• Thermo Performer
• Rain Protect
• Strong
• SécuOne
• Transall
• Delta
• Tac Boil
• Impact
• Signature

Products and services

• Veste softshell V2 FIGHTER GEN 2 MultiCam Premium tactical softshell jacket in MultiCam camouflage pattern, part of the Fighter Gen 2 product line. Features enhanced durability and weather resistance for tactical and operational use by military and law enforcement personnel.
• UBAS V2 FIGHTER GEN 2 MultiCam Universal Battle Armour System vest version 2 (UBAS V2), featuring MultiCam camouflage for tactical operations. Part of the Fighter Gen 2 product line for military and security professionals.
• UBAS V3 FIGHTER GEN 2 MultiCam Universal Battle Armour System vest version 3 (UBAS V3), the highest tier in the Fighter Gen 2 MultiCam line for tactical operations.
• Chemise FIGHTER GEN 2 MultiCam Combat shirt in MultiCam camouflage pattern, part of the Fighter Gen 2 tactical apparel line for military operations.
• Pantalon V2 FIGHTER GEN 2 MultiCam Tactical pants version 2 in MultiCam pattern, designed for operational use with enhanced durability. Available in multiple color options including camo fr/ce, noir, vert olive, and tan.
• T-shirt STRONG Airflow GEN 1 Performance t-shirt with airflow technology designed for warm weather and high-activity scenarios. Launched in Terre de France brown colorway for military and security personnel.
• Parka Hardshell FIGHTER XMF 200 GEN 1 Heavy-duty hardshell parka with 200-layer membrane (XMF 200) for extreme weather protection in French camouflage pattern. Designed for tactical operations in harsh conditions.
• Blouson FIGHTER XMF 120 GEN 1 Lightweight tactical jacket in French camouflage pattern, part of the XMF 120 first-generation weather protection line.
• Veste Softshell SÉCU-ONE Sécurité Softshell jacket designed specifically for security professionals in black finish. Part of the SÉCU-ONE line for private security personnel.
• Veste Softshell SÉCU-ONE Sûreté Softshell jacket for law enforcement (Sûreté) personnel in black. Part of the SÉCU-ONE line for public security forces.
• Veste Polaire SÉCU-ONE Sûreté Fleece jacket for law enforcement professionals in the SÉCU-ONE line. Provides mid-layer warmth for patrol and intervention duties.
• Veste Lightshell ULTRA-LIGHT membranée Ultra-lightweight membraned rain jacket in French camouflage for rapid deployment operations. Part of the ULTRA-LIGHT rain gear line.
• Pantalon Lightshell ULTRA-LIGHT membranée Lightweight waterproof pants with membrane technology for all-weather tactical use. Part of the ULTRA-LIGHT rapid deployment rain gear line.
• Coudières/Genouillères internes P5 avec D3O Internal impact protection pads using D3O shock-absorbing technology for elbow and knee protection. Designed for tactical and operational use.
• Chemise F1 Traditional F1 combat shirt in navy blue and tan colorways for military dress uniform and general duty use.

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• MultiCamcoreTechnology or IntegrationLicensed use of Crye Precision's MultiCam camouflage pattern across the FIGHTER GEN 2 product line. MultiCam is a specialized multi-environment camouflage pattern widely used in tactical operations.
• D3OcoreTechnology or IntegrationIntegration of D3O impact protection materials in protective equipment including elbow pads (P5) and knee pads. D3O provides advanced shock-absorbing technology.
• ChronopostminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPrimary logistics partner for same-day shipping on orders before 2pm. Chronopost provides express delivery services throughout France.
• ColissimominorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorInternational shipping partner for European and international deliveries, as well as Military Postal Sector deliveries.
• DPDminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorInternational shipping partner for European and international deliveries alongside Chronopost and Colissimo.
• Authorized Dealer NetworkcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNetwork of independent authorized dealers across 40+ countries, offering limited product selection. Three tiers: Authorized, Premium, and Platinum dealers.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• UF PRO: Slovenian (now US-acquired) tactical apparel brand focused on combat pants, jackets, and high-performance outerwear for military and law enforcement. Comparable in premium technical positioning, membrane-based outerwear, and European distribution.
• Tasmanian Tiger: German tactical equipment brand offering bags, vests, belts, and apparel to military and law enforcement. Comparable in mid-market tactical gear positioning, German/European manufacturing heritage, and multi-channel distribution.
• Viper Tactical: UK-based tactical gear brand offering clothing, vests, packs, and accessories to military, law enforcement, and airsoft/outdoor markets. Comparable in mid-priced tactical apparel, multi-channel distribution, and European consumer base.
• Helikon-Tex: Polish manufacturer of tactical and outdoor clothing with a broad catalog of combat shirts, jackets, pants, and accessories. Closely comparable in mid-priced tactical apparel positioning and multi-country distribution model.
• Propper International: US military apparel manufacturer supplying uniforms, tactical clothing, and footwear to the US Department of Defense and allied forces. Direct comparable as a military-uniform specialist with broad institutional and consumer channels.
• Pentagon Sport: Greek tactical and outdoor apparel brand serving military, law enforcement, and security markets across Europe with a wide clothing and accessories catalog. Direct comparable in European tactical apparel positioning and multi-tier dealer distribution.
• 5.11 Tactical: US-based tactical apparel and gear brand serving military, law enforcement, and outdoor markets with a comprehensive clothing and accessories catalog. Directly comparable in product range, customer segments, and B2C-plus-wholesale GTM motion.
• Warrior Assault Systems: UK-based manufacturer of tactical plate carriers, vests, and load-carrying equipment for military and law enforcement. Comparable in tactical-equipment specialization, European manufacturing base, and direct-to-institutional plus dealer GTM.
• Crye Precision: US designer and manufacturer of premium tactical apparel and owner of the MultiCam camouflage pattern licensed to A10. Highly comparable product portfolio (combat shirts, vests, plate carriers) and shared end customer base in US/allied special operations.

Broad incumbents

• BlackHawk Products Group: US-based tactical products company with a broad portfolio spanning apparel, holsters, bags, and accessories for military and law enforcement. Comparable end-customer segments and tactical product catalog, though broader and more US-centric than A10.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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