5.11 Tactical - Apex Pants | Black
5.11 Tactical - Apex Pants | Black - Black / 28" / Short > 30" is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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Key Features
Key Features
Description
Description
Black is the colourway plainclothes officers and security professionals reach for when a job demands a clean, low-profile look with none of the compromise on function. The 5.11 Tactical Apex™ Pant combines precision engineering, functional design, and resilient construction in a colourway that reads professional under office lighting and disappears into low-light operations. Built from 5.11's proprietary Flex-Tac canvas, these pants provide exceptional flexibility and durability, keeping you mobile through a briefing and mobile through a callout.
Covert storage sets the Apex apart from a standard cargo pant. A specialised flex-cuff pocket sits concealed inside the front waistband, while a dedicated handcuff key pocket hides inside the rear waist, both invisible until you need them. Internal cargo pouch magazine pockets and twin back yoke pockets handle low-profile magazine or smartphone carry, and deep cargo pockets keep a clean interior finish with reinforced knife clip areas at the main hand pockets to stop fraying. Fully gusseted construction and articulated knees deliver full range of motion, while seven reinforced belt loops support the weight of a fully loaded duty or EDC belt. YKK zipper hardware and bartacking at every key stress point finish the build.
Features
- Flex-Tac Canvas Performance: 6.4 oz blend of 67% polyester and 33% cotton with two-way mechanical stretch for rugged durability and unrestricted movement.
- DWR Fabric Protection: DWR finish repels stains, soil, and moisture, keeping the black finish clean in harsh conditions.
- Covert Storage Solutions: Concealed flex-cuff pocket inside the front waistband and hidden handcuff key pocket inside the rear waist.
- Magazine-Ready Capacity: Internal cargo pouch magazine pockets and twin back yoke pockets for low-profile magazine or smartphone carry.
- Tactical Mobility: Fully gusseted construction and articulated knees for maximum freedom of movement.
- Reinforced Hardware: YKK zipper hardware and seven reinforced belt loops to support a fully loaded duty belt.
- Clean Cargo Design: Deep cargo pockets with a clean interior finish and reinforced knife clip areas to prevent fraying.
- Reliable Construction: Heavy-duty bartacking at all key stress locations for long-term structural integrity.
Specifications
- Brand: 5.11 Tactical
- Colour: Black
- Material: 67% polyester / 33% cotton Flex-Tac® canvas (6.4 oz, 2-way mechanical stretch)
- Finish: DWR (stain, soil, and moisture resistant)
- Pockets: Cargo with internal mag pouches, back yoke mag pockets, concealed waist pockets
- Construction: Gusseted, articulated knees, bartacked stress points
- Belt Loops: 7 reinforced
- Hardware: YKK® zippers
Sizing Guide
Sizing Guide
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5.11 Tactical - Apex Pants | Black
Purpose-Built Pockets
Every pant designed with operators in mind
Reinforced Construction
YKK zippers, bartack reinforcement, built to last
Field-Tested Since 2003
Developed with law enforcement and military input
Duty to Everyday
From patrol shift to weekend hike, one pant many missions
Why 5.11 Apex Pants?
The cargo pant built for professionals who move between covert and tactical roles in the same shift. Flex-Tac stretch canvas delivers the durability of traditional canvas with two-way mechanical stretch for full range of movement. Seven reinforced belt loops carry the weight of a loaded duty or EDC belt, while concealed flex-cuff and handcuff key pockets deliver covert utility that most cargo pants never offer. Available in colours that read professional in the office and blend into the environment on operations.
Apex Pant Materials
Fabric:
Flex-Tac stretch canvas. 67% polyester, 33% cotton. Two-way mechanical stretch for full range of movement. DWR finish sheds water, stains and light contamination.
Construction:
- Bar-tacked reinforcement at high-stress points
- Fully gusseted for unrestricted movement
- Articulated knees for kneeling and prone positions
- Seven reinforced belt loops for duty and EDC belt carry
- YKK zippers throughout
- Reinforced knife clip areas at main hand pockets to prevent fraying
Canvas weave:
Heavier fabric platform than ripstop, engineered for abrasion resistance and long-term durability. Suits duty use, security work and extended active wear.
Built for
Covert, duty, range, everyday. The Apex delivers tactical function in a cargo silhouette that reads casual on the surface.
On shift. Cargo layout with concealed flex-cuff and handcuff key pockets. Seven reinforced belt loops carry a fully loaded duty or EDC belt without sagging. Suits security, corrections and plainclothes work.
On the range. Articulated knees, internal cargo pouch magazine pockets, back yoke mag pockets. Two-way stretch canvas handles kneeling and prone positions without binding.
Covert. Concealed carry pockets inside the front and rear waistband hide flex cuffs and a handcuff key until needed. Cargo profile passes as standard workwear.
Everyday. Canvas construction reads as a robust chino rather than a tactical pant. Works for daily EDC, weekend field use and off-shift wear.
Apex Available in Shorts
The Apex Short brings the same Flex-Tac canvas and covert pocket layout in an 11" length. Built for warm weather, range days and off-shift wear when the full pant runs too hot.
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5.11 Apex Pant FAQ
Are 5.11 Apex Pants true to size?
Are 5.11 Apex Pants true to size?
Yes. Apex Pants run true to labelled waist and inseam measurements. The comfort waistband holds a stable fit without stretching or slipping, so if you're between sizes we recommend ordering your regular measured waist.
What fabric are 5.11 Apex Pants made from?
What fabric are 5.11 Apex Pants made from?
Apex Pants use 5.11's Flex-Tac stretch canvas, a 67% polyester and 33% cotton blend with two-way mechanical stretch. Canvas construction delivers durability for hard use, while the DWR finish adds stain and water resistance.
How many pockets do 5.11 Apex Pants have?
How many pockets do 5.11 Apex Pants have?
Apex Pants have 10 pockets: two hand pockets, two rear pockets, two thigh cargo pockets with internal magazine pouches, a concealed flex-cuff pocket inside the front waistband, a hidden handcuff key pocket inside the rear waist, and twin back yoke pockets for low-profile magazine or smartphone carry.
What is the covert flex-cuff pocket for?
What is the covert flex-cuff pocket for?
The Apex's front waistband includes a concealed pocket sized for flex cuffs (plastic restraints). The pocket sits invisible until needed, providing quick access without adding bulk to the exterior. Popular with security, corrections and plainclothes professionals who carry cuffs as part of their kit.
Are Apex Pants good for hot weather?
Are Apex Pants good for hot weather?
Apex Pants are the heaviest of the 5.11 range in canvas construction, which suits temperate and cooler conditions. For hot Australian summers, consider the Apex Short in an 11" length, the Ridge Pant in a lighter 6.4oz canvas, or the ABR Pro Pant at 5.6oz.
What size duty belt fits through the Apex belt loops?
What size duty belt fits through the Apex belt loops?
The Apex has seven reinforced belt loops sized to accept standard duty and EDC belts up to 1.75" wide. Compatible with the 5.11 Sierra Bravo Duty Belt, TDU Belt 1.75" and Maverick Battle Belt.
How do I wash 5.11 Apex Pants?
How do I wash 5.11 Apex Pants?
Machine wash cold with like colours. Tumble dry low or line dry. Avoid fabric softener as it degrades the DWR finish over time. Iron on low if needed. Do not dry clean or bleach.
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