Description:
A mid-height AERO-TAC with the toe, zip and weather protection most duty jobs ask for. The 5-inch AERO-TAC Polishable H2O Side-Zip CSA Mid (Style 165071) combines a polishable toe, a side zip, First Tactical's H2O waterproof designation and a CSA designation in a mid-height boot. It's for officers, medics and crews who need a CSA model but prefer a lower cut than an 8-inch boot.
Features
- 5-inch mid height: a lower, lighter-feeling cut than an 8-inch duty boot.
- Polishable toe: takes a shine for a professional uniform look.
- H2O waterproof version: First Tactical's designation for its waterproof boots.
- Side zip: quick on and off at the start and end of a shift.
- CSA model: First Tactical lists this boot as CSA.
- Regular and Wide widths: a better fit across more feet.
Choosing the right First Tactical boot
Pick by height, weather and toe. This is the 5-inch CSA AERO-TAC. Want the same features in a taller boot? Choose the 8-inch CSA (165072). Don't need CSA? The 5-inch Polishable H2O Side-Zip Mid (165936) is the non-CSA version.
| Style | Boot | Height | Waterproof (H2O) | Side zip | Polishable toe | Toe protection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 165014 | Urban Operator Side-Zip | 7" | No | Yes | Yes | Not listed |
| 165015 | Urban Operator H2O Side-Zip | 7" | Yes | Yes | Yes | Not listed |
| 165932 | AERO-TAC Safety Toe Low | 3" | Not listed | No | Not listed | Safety toe (nylon/fiberglass) |
| 165936 | AERO-TAC Polishable H2O Side-Zip Mid | 5" | Yes | Yes | Yes | Not listed |
| 165071 | AERO-TAC Polishable H2O Side-Zip CSA Mid (this boot) | 5" | Yes | Yes | Yes | CSA model |
| 165934 | AERO-TAC Polishable Side-Zip | 8" | No | Yes | Yes | Metal-free composite toe |
| 165935 | AERO-TAC Polishable H2O Side-Zip | 8" | Yes | Yes | Yes | Not listed |
| 165072 | AERO-TAC Polishable H2O Side-Zip CSA | 8" | Yes | Yes | Yes | CSA model |
| 165073 | AERO-TAC AR670-1 (Coyote) | 8" | Not listed | No | Not listed | Not listed |
From First Tactical's product names and specs. "Not listed" means First Tactical does not state that feature for the style. Only the 165073 is designated AR670-1.
We carry the 165071 in Black, men's sizes 4, 5 and 6 through 12 (half sizes included), plus 13, 14 and 15, in Regular and Wide widths. See all First Tactical boots and socks.
Questions about the AERO-TAC H2O Side-Zip CSA Mid
What does CSA mean on this boot?
First Tactical lists this boot as a CSA model. CSA refers to the Canadian Standards Association protective footwear standard. First Tactical's listing does not name the specific grade or markings, so if your employer requires a particular CSA rating, contact us before you order and we'll confirm it with First Tactical.
Is the AERO-TAC CSA Mid waterproof?
It is an H2O model. H2O is First Tactical's name for its waterproof boot versions. On other H2O boots, such as the 8-inch AERO-TAC Polishable H2O Side-Zip (165935), First Tactical specifies a HydroGuard® waterproof bootie.
How is the 165071 different from the 165936 and the 165072?
All three are AERO-TAC polishable H2O side-zip boots. The 165936 is the 5-inch mid without the CSA designation. The 165072 is the 8-inch CSA boot. Choose the 165071 if you need a CSA model in a 5-inch height.
What sizes and widths are available?
Black, in men's sizes 4, 5 and 6 through 12 (half sizes included), plus 13, 14 and 15, in Regular and Wide widths. See all First Tactical boots and socks.
Is the AERO-TAC H2O Side-Zip CSA Mid covered by a warranty, and where can I buy it?
First Tactical backs its gear with a limited lifetime warranty when bought from an authorized dealer. The Public Safety Store is a firefighter-owned, authorized First Tactical dealer, so you're covered. For a warranty question or claim, contact us and we'll handle it with First Tactical. Every order is covered by our price match guarantee and easy 30-day returns.
