The Hudi's Tactical Level III+ Ballistic Armor Side Plate weighs in at only 1.6 pounds each and measures 6"x8". They're designed to be fitted horizontally. Featuring a slim 0.7 profile and ergonomic curvature.
They're a great match to the Level 3+ plates in another listing. Their larger siblings have been. Independently tested by NTS-Chesapeake (officially approved lab) according official standards with 2 rounds of 5.56 M193, 2 rounds of 5.56 M855 and 2 rounds of 7.62 M80 and had zero penetrations. The plates are made from ceramics with a polyethylene backplate (itself rated at Level IIIA).
We tested the larger version with 2 rounds of 7.62 NATO M80, 2 rounds of 5.56 M193 and 2 rounds of 5.56 M855. None of them penetrated the plate. The only significant deformation is when a 7.62 NATO round struck 1.5 from the edge. Material: Ceramics + Polyethylene (UHMWPE). This model complies with NIJ Standard-0101.06 for Ballistic Resistance of Body Armor.
The item "2pcs Level III + ballistic plate, body armor 6x8 1.6 lbs side panel, Level 3+" is in sale since Thursday, May 6, 2021. This item is in the category "Sporting Goods\Hunting\Tactical & Duty Gear\Body Armor & Plates". The seller is "hudis_tactical" and is located in Santa Clara, California. This item can be shipped to United States.