NIJ Level III+ Body Armor Plate | ESAPI | Light-weight

• NIJ Level III+ Body Armor Plate is an advanced level of defense against lethal threats. It is designed with superior materials and innovative technology to provide unmatched safety.
• The armor plate is stronger than steel, thanks to the use of PEAD™ (Polyethylene) UHMWPE, which features a molecular strength several times stronger than steel. Yet, it's lighter in weight.
• It offers higher ballistic resistance than Level IIIA and better than Kevlar. It is tested to stop various AR-15 with 5.56 & AK-47 with 7.62, exceeding the NIJ requirements.
• It features a QR coded label for certification, demonstrating its tested efficiency against different types of ammunition, angles, back-face deformation, and distances.
• The armor plate is ergonomically designed to match body shape, allowing accurate shooting and arm movement.
• It is airline travel-friendly, making it a legal travel companion that offers Level 3 standalone polyethylene protection.
• The stealth paint ensures optimal stealth in low-light environments.
• The body armor plate is built with fire, water, and dust-resistant materials, enhancing its durability and longevity.
• It comes in two different sizes, and complies with several international safety standards, including NIJ level III (3) under standard 0101.06, VPAM PM 6, TR SK2/PM5, HOSDB HG3, RF1, and SG3, GOST Class 5, GOST BR4.

NIJ Level III+ Body Armor Plate Review

NIJ Level III+ Body Armor Plate Features

• Ergonomic design: The plate is curved to match your body shape, enabling accurate shooting and unrestricted arm movement.
• Travel-friendly: TSA & airplane safe. It can be used during airline travel.
• NIJ III rated: Capable of blocking various sniper, pistol, assault rifles, and airgun rounds. Essential for life or death situations.
• Spike Proof and Stab Proof: Provides protection from stabbing weapons such as knives and shivs. 
• Superior to IIIA & Kevlar: Stops various AR-15 with 5.56 & AK-47 with 7.62 & more. It is built with military-grade PEAD™ mil-spec plating.
• Stronger than steel: The PEAD™ (Polyethylene) UHMWPE molecular strength surpasses that of steel, making it more reliable, safer, and lighter.
• Low-Visibility: Optimally painted for stealth in low-light environments.
• Resilient: Built with fire, water, and dust-resistant materials.
• Lightweight: The plate weighs between 4 to 5 pounds, depending on its size.
• Comprehensive Protection: Complies with various standards including NIJ level III (3) under standard 0101.06, VPAM PM 6, TR SK2/PM5, HOSDB HG3, RF1, and SG3, GOST Class 5, GOST BR4.

What's in the box of the NIJ Level III+ Body Armor Plate?

• NIJ level III bulletproof plate (Equal to commercial III+ plates)

NIJ Level III+ Body Armor Plate Specifications

• Material: Military-grade PEAD™ (Polyethylene) UHMWPE
• Weight (10"x12"): 4 pounds / 1.8 kg
• Weight (11"x14"): 5 pounds / 2.7 kg
• Sizes: Two sizes - 10x12x0.9 in (25x30x2.3 cm) or 11x14x0.9 in (27x35x2.3 cm)
• Compliance: Complies with NIJ level III (3) under standard 0101.06, VPAM PM 6, TR SK2/PM5, HOSDB HG3, RF1, and SG3, GOST Class 5, GOST BR4
• Performance: Performs above NIJ requirements. Stops 5.56x45 FMJ, 9mm, .44 Magnum, 7.62x39 FMJ, and more
• Construction: Made with over 100 highly compressed PEAD™ layers, making it stronger and lighter than Kevlar or steel
• Features: Fire, water, and dust-resistant materials. TSA & airplane safe. Painted for optimal stealth in low-light environments
• Packing: Comes with a QR coded label to its certification sheet that shows tested ammunition, angles, back-face deformation, distances, etc.

NIJ Level III+ Body Armor Plate FAQs

How does the NIJ Level III+ Body Armor Plate provide superior protection?

The NIJ Level III+ Body Armor Plate offers superior protection due to its construction from military-grade PEAD™ (Polyethylene) UHMWPE. This material has a molecular strength several times stronger than steel, allowing it to successfully stop various rounds from sniper rifles, assault rifles, and pistols.

Can the NIJ Level III+ Body Armor Plate withstand multiple hits?

Yes, the NIJ Level III+ Body Armor Plate is designed to withstand multiple hits. When a bullet makes contact, the plate absorbs the bullet's energy and disperses it, limiting the area affected by the bullet. This process allows the plate to sustain multiple hits before breaking.

Can the NIJ Level III+ Body Armor Plate be used for airline travel?

Yes, the NIJ Level III+ Body Armor Plate is TSA and airplane-safe. It offers Level 3 standalone polyethylene protection, meaning it can be used during airline travel.

What is the weight of the NIJ Level III+ Body Armor Plate?

The weight of the NIJ Level III+ Body Armor Plate varies depending on size. The 10"x12" plate weighs 4 pounds or 1.8 kg, while the 11"x14" plate weighs 5 pounds or 2.7 kg.

What is the difference between Level III and Level III+ Body Armor Plates?

Most Level III armor can only stop 7.62x39 FMJ rounds. However, the superior Atomic Defense Level III armor can stop both 7.62x39 FMJ and 5.56x45 FMJ and JHP rounds. The "III+" in Level III+ indicates that this armor provides protection beyond the NIJ Level III standard. However, note that "III+" is not an officially recognized level by the NIJ.

Is this a PEAD Level 3 (III) Standalone Plate or ICW Plate?

Level 3 Standalone. This means that it can stop up to 5.56x45 FMJ, 9mm, .44 Magnum,7.62x39 FMJ, etc. by itself and without extra armor needing to be placed behind it.

Why PEAD Armor Plates? 

PEAD UHMWPE (PE) is among the most effective materials for bulletproof plates. When a bullet makes contact with the plastic coating, the resulting friction causes it to melt. Heat softens the plate, enabling it to absorb the bullet's energy and disperse it around the plate. The surface cools and hardens again to contain the bullet. The absorption and cooling processes limit the area the bullet can affect, allowing a PEAD vest or plate to withstand countless and multiple hits before breaking.