AR500 Side Plate Level III+ (6X8) Hard (EACH)

ide plates are a useful addition to your setup whenever you’re expecting to be exposed on more than your front or back, such as in entry or defensive standpoints. Non-squared-off shooting positions, such as in hallways or in vehicles, also make side plates a highly valuable asset.

Armored Republic's A1 and A2 Hard Side Plates, which are 6 inches horizontally and 8 inches vertically are compatible with most plate carriers that include cummerbund mounted side plate pouches. It comes standard with a curved profile and a base coat of FragLock® configuration- this base coat protects the plate from the elements, gives it a 20-year shelf-life, and deflects fragmentation away from the wearer. An upgrade is available to give the steel plate a Build-Up FragLock® Coat, which captures the fragmentation completely instead of deflecting it away.

The A1 and A2 side armor plates are rated to stop 5.56mm M193 ammo- the A2 can stop M193s moving at speeds up to 3,000 FPS while the A1 stops bullets moving at 3,100 FPS.

When used with our Adaptive Plate Insert in conjunction with a soft armor panel, our 6"x8" plates can be also used as a rifle-rated trauma/speed plate, offering enhanced protection for your heart.

*If you're using a Valkyrie or Invictus plate carrier you will need to also purchase side plate pouches.

Material: AR500 Steel, with FragLock™ Coating

Protection:

• A1: 7.62x51 M80 Ball (i.e. .308) at 3,000 FPS (+/- 30FPS), 5.56x45 M193, 5.56x45 M855/SS109 at 3,100 FPS (+/- 30FPS), 7.62x39 (i.e. AK-47). DEA Certified. Not rates for AP rounds.
• A2: 7.62x51 M80 NATO Ball (i.e. .308) at 2,850 FPS, 5.56x45 M193, 5.56x45 M855/SS109 at 3,000 FPS (+/- 30FPS) and 7.62x39 (i.e. AK-47). Not rated for AP rounds.

Weight:

• A1
  • Base Coat (3.45 lbs, 0.31")
  • Build-Up Coat (3.65 lbs, 0.56")
• A2
  • Base Coat (3 lbs, 0.25")
  • Build-Up Coat (3.23 lbs, 0.50")

Capability: Edge-to-edge multi-hit protection

Form: Curved

Shelf life: 20 years

Compatibility: Testudo, Valkyrie & Invictus Plate Carriers

• *If you're using a Valkyrie or Invictus plate carrier you will need to also purchase side plate pouches.

Manufactured: United States