PSLKL-187 Wildland Fire Boots
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The PSLKL-187 Wildland Fire Boots are purpose-built for wildland firefighting operations, where long hikes, steep grades, radiant heat, and uneven ground demand lightweight protection and endurance. The design aligns with the safety standards of NFPA 1977 (wildland fire fighter boots). PSLKL-187 boots are not for structural interior firefighting governed by NFPA 1971.
The PSLKL-187 Wildland Fire Boots are engineered for the unique demands of wildland firefighting, where crews face long hours on foot in high-temperature environments, steep terrain, and unpredictable surface conditions. Built on a platform that meets the safety standards of NFPA 1977 for wildland firefighting boots, the boot’s upper combines 2.0–2.2 mm chrome-tanned full-grain leather with aramid flame-resistant fabric, delivering a balance of heat protection, abrasion resistance, and breathability. This construction resists ember ignition and radiant heat while maintaining comfort over extended operational periods.
Protection is reinforced through a steel toe cap and puncture-resistant steel midsole, providing ≥ 900 N resistance against nails, thorns, and other sharp debris commonly found on the forest floor. The outsole is formed from vulcanized, heat-resistant rubber with a deep-lug tread pattern, available in a Vibram S587 option, designed for secure footing on loose soil, wet vegetation, and rocky surfaces, while maintaining dimensional stability under hot ground contact. The bond between upper and sole is secured through a cemented-plus-stitched process, preventing delamination even after prolonged flexing—validated to 40,000 flex cycles without bond failure.
Waterproof performance is achieved through precise material selection and seam construction, allowing the boots to withstand ≥ 9,000 dynamic flex cycles with ≤ 0.1 g water ingress in laboratory testing, ensuring dry feet during stream crossings or operations in rain-soaked conditions. Upper abrasion resistance exceeds 50,000 cycles at 9 kPa, extending service life in environments where contact with brush, tools, and rocky terrain is constant. Every element—from the U-shaped lace throat with hook-and-loop debris cuff to the thermal insulation that limits insole temperature rise to ≤ 22 °C after 30 minutes at 150 °C—is purpose-driven for wildland tactical firefighters, ensuring that the PSLKL-187 delivers reliable protection, comfort, and durability in the field.
Use & Care
Remove mud/resin after shifts; dry at ambient temperature (avoid sustained heat > 150 °C; do not tumble-dry on high).
Inspect lug wear and upper-sole bond; service or replace when abrasion or bond limits are approached.
Store in a cool, dry, ventilated area away from direct heat.
Wildland-Optimized Protection – FR leather + aramid fabric resists embers and radiant heat while staying breathable for long shifts.
High Puncture Defense – ≥ 900 N plate performance for thorn, nail, and shard hazards in forest environments.
Waterproof Endurance – Sustains ≥ 9,000 dynamic flex cycles with ≤ 0.1 g ingress to keep feet dry during creek crossings and wet brush.
Long-Wear Durability – Upper abrasion ≥ 50,000 cycles @ 9 kPa; outsole abrasion ≤ 7 mm wear length for extended service life.
Secure, Serviceable Fit – Lace-up architecture with debris-shield cuff; optional side-zip variant for rapid entry in non-cert applications.
Reinforced Toe Protection – Steel toe mitigates impact/compression risks on the line and during logistics/overhaul.
Wildland/wildfire suppression (initial attack and extended operations)
Brush and grass fires; mountain and rugged terrain responses
Smoke jumper deployment operations
Patrol, mop-up, chainsaw crews, and utility support tasks in the wildland-urban interface (WUI)
| Specification | Requirement / Result |
| Model | PSLKL-187 Wildland Fire Boots |
| Color | Black |
| Design | Lace-up with U-shaped throat; top hook-and-loop cuff (optional lace + side-zip variant) |
| Upper | 2.0–2.2 mm chrome-tanned full-grain leather + black aramid FR fabric |
| Lining | Polyester warp-knit spacer mesh (breathable, quick-dry) |
| Outsole | Vulcanized rubber, heat- and slip-resistant, deep lug; optional Vibram S587 |
| Construction | Cemented + stitched (double bonding) |
| Upper Tear Strength | ≥ 70 N/mm |
| Leather Shrinkage Temp | ≥ 95 °C |
| Flex Resistance (Whole Shoe) | 40,000 cycles, pre-cut 5 mm; outsole crack ≤ 10.0 mm; no upper cracking; no bond failure |
| Outsole Abrasion | Wear length ≤ 7 mm |
| Upper Abrasion (Martindale) | ≥ 50,000 cycles @ 9 kPa |
| Bond Strength (Upper–Sole) | ≥ 4.0 N/cm or material failure |
| Puncture Resistance (Plate) | ≥ 900 N |
| Flame Behavior | Self-extinguishing within 2 s after flame removal |
| Heat Insulation | Insole temp rise ≤ 22 °C after 150 °C × 30 min hot-plate exposure; no outsole deformation/brittleness |
| Water Resistance (Dynamic) | ≥ 9,000 flex cycles; ≤ 0.1 g water ingress (1 h) |
| Colorfastness to Washing | ≥ Grade 3–4 |
| Outsole Tensile Strength | ≥ 13.5 MPa |
| Outsole Hardness | Shore A 68 ± 4 |
Intended Use: Wildland/wildfire operations; not for interior structural firefighting (NFPA 1971).
Design Alignment: Developed as an NFPA certified boot meeting the safety standards of NFPA 1977 for wildland fire fighter boots.
Toe Impact/Compression: Steel toe available; can be supplied to ASTM F2413 I/75 C/75 requirements upon request.
International References: Comparable elements to EN ISO 20345 (S3) and EN 15090 F1PA for wildland footwear classifications (for agencies using EN-based frameworks).
Note: Independent third-party certification (e.g., SEI to NFPA 1977) can be supported per project requirements.