What “hat size” does the Cairns 1836 Fire Helmet fit?

The Cairns 1836 Fire Helmet accommodates a 5 3/8 to 8 3/8 hat size. For reference, Cairns 1010 and Cairns 1044 Fire Helmets are 6 3/8 to 8 3/8.

How much lighter is the Cairns 1836 Fire Helmet than Cairns 1010 and Cairns 1044 Fire Helmets?

The Cairns 1836 Fire Helmet is approximately 8% lighter compared to the Cairns 1044 Fire Helmet (53.6 oz. vs. 58.7 oz.).

Is the ride height reduced on the Cairns 1836 Fire Helmet?

The Cairns 1836 Fire Helmet is designed with a 0.5” reduction in ride height compared to previous versions of Cairns traditional fire helmets. The low ride height design of the shell helps provide excellent comfort and balance of the helmet while merging tradition and innovation with the durability Cairns users are accustomed to in their fire helmets.

In the Cairns 1836 Fire Helmet, what is the new soft goods material made with?

TenCate Tecasafe® Plus TechT4™ station wear fabric is used for the cushion liner and ratchet pad. According to TenCate’s website, “TechT4™ feels just like a T-shirt while offering lightweight, comfortable FR protection where you need it most—next to skin. Integrated wicking COOLDERM TECHNOLOGY offers enhanced moisture management to promote body temperature regulation and breathability. The base component of the multi-layer FR system, Tech T4™ offers comfort with no-melt / no-drip next-to-skin protection.”

From TenCate Website: Tecasafe® Plus Tech T4

What color options are available for the Cairns 1836 Fire Helmet?

The Cairns 1836 Fire Helmet is available in an unpainted finish in white, red, black, and yellow. There is also a painted, high-luster option available in white, red, black, yellow, blue, green, orange, and pink.

What is the warranty on the Cairns 1836 Fire Helmet?

MSA Cairns retains a 10-year warranty on the Cairns 1836 Fire Helmet as well as our other helmet models, while other helmet manufacturers only have a 5-year warranty.

Learn more about the Cairns 1836 Fire Helmet.