- Armour (2)

Discover the best armour upgrades in S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Call of Pripyat - Enhanced Edition. Learn about Gas Masks, Steel Helmets, Tactical Helmets, and Screen Helmets, their costs, and what protection they offer.

Alright, let's talk about keeping your head and lungs safe in the Zone. Armour upgrades are crucial, and this section breaks down what's available for your helmets and gas masks. Think of these as investments in your survival – a little cash spent now can save you a lot of pain (and radiation) later.

Gas Mask Upgrades

The Gas Mask is your first line of defense against those nasty airborne hazards. Here's what you can bolt onto it:

	Upgrade	Cost	Notes	Requires
1	A Psy-protection Band Made Of Paired Steel Grills	200	+10% Psy Protection
2	Filter For Work In Contaminated Areas	400	+20% Chemical Protection	1
3	Plexiglass Coating	400	+20% Radiation Protection	1

Steel Helmet Upgrades

The Steel Helmet offers a bit more protection, and you can enhance it further:

	Upgrade	Cost	Notes	Requires
1	Impregnated Breathing Mask	250	+10% Chemical Protection, +10% Radiation Protection
2	Application Of A Screen Coating	500	+20% Psy Protection	1
3	Plexiglass Breathing Mask	500	+20% Radiation Protection	1
4	First Generation Night Vision	1250	First Generation Night Vision

Tactical Helmet Upgrades

Stepping up to the Tactical Helmet gives you more options for specialized protection:

	Upgrade	Cost	Notes	Requires
1	Active Filters	390	+10% Chemical Protection, +10% Radiation Protection
2	Application Of A Screen Coating	780	+20% Psy Protection	1
3	Plexiglass Coating	780	+20% Radiation Protection	1
4	Installation Of The Psy-Dome Band	1170	+30% Psy Protection	1 & 2 or 3
5	Steam Purification Respiration Mask	975	+2 Energy Recovery
6	Second Generation Night Vision Device	1625	Second Generation Night Vision	5
7	Infrared Scanner	3250	Infrared Scanner	5 & 6

Screen Helmet Upgrades

The Screen Helmet is pretty advanced, offering some unique benefits:

	Upgrade	Cost	Notes	Requires
1	A Psy-Protection Band made Of Paired Steel Grills	260	+10% Psy Protection
2	Filter For work In Contaminated Areas	455	+20% Chemical Protection	1
3	Plexiglass Coating	455	+20% Radiation Protection	1
4	Installation Of The Psy-Dome Band	650	+30% Psy Protection	1 & 2 or 3
5	Thunderbird Constantan Face Armour	650	+30% Electrical Protection, +30$ Thermal Protection	1 & 2 or 3
6	Radiative And Chemical Protection system	260	10% Chemical Protection
7	Oracle Psy-Stimulator	455	+10% Psy Protection	6
8	ion Wind Cooling System	975	+4 Energy Recovery	6 & 7

Quick Tip: Always check the requirements before buying! Some of the best upgrades need previous ones installed, so plan your purchases accordingly. Prioritize protection against the most common threats in your current area – whether that's radiation, chemicals, or psy-emissions.