If you buy blank hoodies for screen printing, embroidery, or a clothing brand, the brand on the label matters less than three numbers: fabric weight, cotton percentage, and the fit. This guide compares the Three Layer P280 midweight pullover against the blanks most buyers cross-shop, including Gildan, Bella plus Canvas, Comfort Colors, and Independent Trading Co. Every figure below comes from a manufacturer page or a major wholesale distributor. Specs verified 2026-07-01 from manufacturer spec sheets: Gildan (gildan.com), Bella plus Canvas (bellacanvas.com), Independent Trading Co (independenttradingco.com). The Comfort Colors 1567 manufacturer page was unreachable at verification time, so that row uses distributor spec sheets.
The short version: the P280 is an 8.8 oz, 70 percent cotton fleece. That puts it heavier and higher in cotton than the mass blanks like Gildan 18500 and Bella 3719, and lighter and lower in minimum order than the 10 oz and up heavyweight lines. Higher cotton percentage means a flatter, smoother print surface, which is why print shops care about it.
The Three Layer P280 at a glance
The P280 midweight pullover hoodie is 8.8 oz per square yard, roughly 298 GSM, built from a 70 percent cotton and 30 percent polyester fleece. Three Layer designs in Los Angeles and manufactures in Pakistan. There is no minimum order on standard stock, so you can test a design with a single piece without committing to a case quantity. For a deeper look at how weight changes print and feel, see the blank hoodie buying guide.
Side by side spec comparison
| Hoodie | Weight | GSM | Blend (solids) | Sizes | Fit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Three Layer P280 | 8.8 oz | 298 | 70 / 30 cotton poly | S to 3XL | Regular |
| Gildan 18500 Heavy Blend | 8.0 oz | 271 | 50 / 50 | S to 5XL | Regular |
| Bella plus Canvas 3719 | 8.0 oz | 271 | 52 / 48 Airlume | XS to 3XL | Retail, slim |
| Comfort Colors 1567 | about 9.5 oz | about 322 | 100 percent ring spun cotton, garment dyed | S to 3XL | Relaxed |
| ITC SS4500 Midweight | 8.5 oz | 288 (converted) | 80 / 20 cotton face | S to 3XL | Regular |
| ITC IND4000 Heavyweight | 10.0 oz | 330 | 70 / 30 | S to 5XL | Relaxed |
| Lane Seven LS14001 Premium | 8.25 oz | 280 (converted) | 80 / 20 cotton face | XS to 5XL | Regular |
| Champion S700 Powerblend | 9.0 oz | 305 (converted) | 50 / 50 | S to 3XL | Relaxed |
| Hanes P170 EcoSmart | 7.8 oz | 264 (converted) | 50 / 50 recycled poly | S to 3XL | Regular |
Heather and safety colorways shift to a higher polyester content on almost every brand in this table, including the P280, so confirm the blend on the exact color you order.
There is no minimum order on standard stock. In-stock paid orders placed by 12pm PT ship the same day. Shipping is free on orders of 200 dollars or more at listed wholesale prices. Custom colors run on a 600 piece minimum with about a 120 day lead time. Samples are available on request once you open a wholesale account, with the sample cost credited back on your bulk order. Every garment is made at our WRAP certified partner factory.
How each competitor compares
Gildan 18500 Heavy Blend
The 18500 is the volume default. At 8.0 oz and a 50 / 50 blend, it is lighter and lower in cotton than the P280. That makes it cheaper to stock and forgiving on a press, but the higher polyester face can show more fiber and take dye differently than a cotton rich fleece. Choose it when budget per piece is the only constraint and the print is simple.
Bella plus Canvas 3719 Sponge Fleece
The 3719 is the retail fashion pick. At 8.0 oz and a 52 / 48 Airlume blend, it runs slim and soft with a clean hand, which suits boutique brands selling at retail. It is lighter and lower in cotton than the P280, and the slim cut runs small for a streetwear program where buyers expect a roomier body.
Comfort Colors 1567
The 1567 is the heavy, garment dyed, 100 percent cotton option, around 9.5 oz. It delivers the washed vintage look that the Comfort Colors line is known for. It is heavier and pure cotton, so it prints beautifully, but garment dyeing means more shade variation between dye lots and a higher price point. Choose it for a premium heritage look, not for tight color matching across reorders.
ITC SS4500 Midweight
The SS4500 is the closest weight match to the P280 at 8.5 oz (288 GSM converted). The difference is the blend: the SS4500 solids are an 80 / 20 cotton face fleece, so the P280 carries a touch more cotton on most colors. Both sit in the same comfortable midweight band that works for everyday merch and brand drops.
ITC IND4000 Heavyweight
The IND4000 is the step up in weight at 10.0 oz and a 70 / 30 blend with a relaxed fit. It is a true heavyweight that feels substantial and premium. If you want maximum heft and your buyers will pay for it, the IND4000 wins on weight. The trade off is cost and a heavier garment that is warmer to wear. For a midweight that still feels structured, the P280 is the lighter, more versatile choice.
Which blank hoodie should you choose
Pick on the job, not the label. For the lowest cost per piece on a simple print, the Gildan 18500 is hard to beat. For a slim retail cut, the Bella 3719 fits the brief. For a washed heritage look, the Comfort Colors 1567 stands alone. For a true heavyweight, the ITC IND4000 leads. For a cotton rich midweight that prints clean, ships from a Los Angeles design house, and carries no minimum order on standard stock, the Three Layer P280 sits right in the middle of the range where most brand and print shop programs live. If you are sourcing tees for the same program, see our blank t-shirt comparison guide.
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