Spartan Armor Systems: Unmatched Ballistics Protection

SPARTAN™ OMEGA™ AR500 BODY ARMOR SIDE PLATES   Product Overview Armor befitting of a modern-day Spartan… The Spartan™ Omega™ AR500 Body Armor is sold as a pair of plates, and is constructed from ¼” thick lab certified AR500 Omega™ Armor ballistic-grade steel. Spartan™ Omega™ AR500 plates provide the operator with Level III protection in accordance with NIJ0101.06 standards. As with all other body armor sold by Spartan Armor Systems®, our Spartan™ Omega™ AR500 body armor has been independently tested and verified by an independent NIJ credentialed laboratory.    Spartan™ Omega™ AR500 Body Armor - True High-Quality Ballistic Threat Protection Not all steel core body armor is created equal! At Spartan Armor Systems® we are honored to provide our customers with the highest quality armor on the market because we understand intimately what is at stake. All Spartan™ Omega™ AR500 Body Armor products use only ballistic LAB CERTIFIED AR500 steel. All purchases of our Spartan Armor products have current lab certificates available on request, ensuring you have peace of mind when it comes to receiving the highest quality and integrity with your Spartan Armor Systems® body armor. For added peace of mind, every plate of armor sold by Spartan Armor Systems® is serialized allowing it to be easily tracked back to the original plate of steel it was cut from should there be any question as to its ballistic properties. Don’t settle for sub-standard, ineffective, low-quality steel armor - your life may depend on it. Read our "FAQ" to learn more about the extensive testing and quality assurance all Spartan™ Omega™ AR500 Body Armor is subjected to and to learn about the quality of steel we use to construct our body armor!   Laser Cut to Protect Ballistic Integrity All steel core body armor is cut and shaped after the ballistic properties have been formulated within the steel. While other steel body armor manufacturers commonly use plasma torch cutting that applies excessive heat (25,000 ˚C / 45,000 ˚F) to a wide portion of the steel plate, Spartan Armor Systems® only utilizes laser cutting to protect the ballistic integrity throughout the entirety of each steel core body armor plate we manufacture. Plasma cutting also requires grinding to clean up the edges after the fact, resulting in increased heat and possible fatigue. At Spartan Armor Systems®, we maintain the highest production integrity and quality standards every step of the way for our customers because we know what is at stake.  Additional Protection: Full Coat or Base Coat Options We strongly recommend choosing our full coat option when you buy steel core body armor. Our proprietary plate coating, Encapsaloc™, is a potentially life-saving feature that captures spalling as a result of ballistic impacts on the strike face of the steel core armor plate. Do not settle for steel armor that is merely coated with generic truck bed liner spray coatings that have not been tested for ballistic efficacy. The strike face of our Spartan Armor Systems® Spartan™ Omega™ AR500 Body Armor plates proudly bears the mark of our Spartan logo.    IMPORTANT NOTE: The base coat option only provides protection against corrosion and offers little to no fragmentation/spall mitigation. Should you choose to select base coat plates, please consider adding our Spall Containment Sleeve (sold separately) as a means of fragmentation mitigation.      Side Plate Weight (per plate):  6×6 approximately 2lbs 1oz (base coat) or 2lbs 15oz (full coat) 6×8 approximately 3lbs 10oz (base coat) or 3lbs 14oz (full coat) Additional Spartan™ Omega™ AR500 Body Armor - Specs:  Made in U.S.A. Meets NIJ 0101.06 Level III Specifications Full Coat Option Provides Fragmentation/Spall Mitigation, Base Coat Provides Corrosion Protection Only   See A Comparison of Our Full Line of Body Armor:   Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) - US Export Regulations:   Level III and IV rifle rated body armor (Rifle Plates) fall under jurisdiction of the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), and are subject to the export control laws of the US Government. Export or re-transfer of Rifle Plates by any means to any foreign end user or for any other end use, whether in the US or abroad without written approval of the US Department of Commerce or Department of State is prohibited.   The sale, transfer, transportation, or shipment outside of the US of any product prohibited or restricted for export without complying with US export control laws and regulations, including proper export licensing, documentation or authorization, is strictly prohibited and may result in civil penalties and/or constitute a federal crime. Spartan Armor Systems, TK Armor Systems, LLC will not engage in any transaction that requires the illegal export of any products and will not assist directly or indirectly with the illegal export or re-export of any products.       *******All products available on this category are sold under and branded under Spartan Armor Systems ™ The Target Man’s /Spartan Armor Systems Spartan™ Omega™ AR500 Body Armor Armor products are manufactured from genuine, lab-certified AR500 ballistic grade steel. None of the products available on this website are sourced from, sponsored or approved by, affiliated with or in any way connected with Armored Republic, LLC.

Level III+ Spartan AR550 Armor We’ve taken our Level III Body Armor to a NEW level! Spartan Armor Systems™ is pleased to introduce our AR550 Body Armor!  With a 10% increase in ballistic core hardness, our level III+ AR550 armor defeats higher velocity threats such as XM193, M855, and M80! We’re special rifle threat validated! Our AR550 armor hits the “sweet spot” in the Brinnell Hardness (BHN) range. With a core hardness of approximately 545-560 BHN, we have found our  ballistically rated variant of AR550 that we use is perfect for defeating higher velocity threats, while not exposing the armor plate to extreme stress due to forming. With higher velocity rifle threats commonly present throughout the United States, we’ve developed this AR550 armor to specifically defeat some common threats such as 5.56 x 45 XM193, 5.56 x 45 M855 /SS109 and 7.62 x 51 (.308 Winchester) at a rated velocity of 3,100 fps or less. Additionally, we’ve successfully defeated these threat profiles from Close Quarters Battle (CQB) distances…repeatedly! Configuration:   This armor comes as a pair, meaning you will receive two side plates.  Choose from either 6″ x 6″ (small) or 6″ x 8″ (large) Side Plate Weight (per plate):    6×6 approximately 2lbs 9oz (base coat), 2lbs 11oz (full coat), 6×8 approximately 3lbs 6 oz (base coat), 3lbs 12oz (full coat). Thickness:   .25″ AR550 plus approximately .25″ coating makes this slim profile plate overall .5-.6″ in total thickness Please see our FAQ for weight specifications and other questions you may have. As with all of our AR550 Armor products, we only use the highest grade of AR550 to manufacture our armor!  Remember, not all body armor is created equal! Read our “FAQ” to find out more about the AR550 Armor we use to construct our body armor!   Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) - US Export Regulations: Level III and IV rifle rated body armor (Rifle Plates) fall under jurisdiction of the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), and are subject to the export control laws of the US Government. Export or re-transfer of Rifle Plates by any means to any foreign end user or for any other end use, whether in the US or abroad without written approval of the US Department of Commerce or Department of State is prohibited. The sale, transfer, transportation, or shipment outside of the US of any product prohibited or restricted for export without complying with US export control laws and regulations, including proper export licensing, documentation or authorization, is strictly prohibited and may result in civil penalties and/or constitute a federal crime. Spartan Armor Systems, TK Armor Systems, LLC will not engage in any transaction that requires the illegal export of any products and will not assist directly or indirectly with the illegal export or re-export of any products.    See A Comparison of Our Full Line of Body Armor:

SPARTAN ARMOR SYSTEMS® SENTINEL PLATE CARRIER Product Overview The Spartan Armor Systems® Sentinel Plate Carrier is an extremely rugged, lightweight, feature-packed plate carrier that affords users a high degree of comfort and customization. Whether you are shopping for your first plate carrier or your next plate carrier, the Sentinel carrier platform allows the operator significant freedom to build and customize to fit their needs.  Ready For Anything Fitting 38” to 48” chest sizes, the Sentinel Plate Carrier is fabricated from 1000 denier fabric and fits 10"x12" shooters cut plates. Featuring anti-slip shoulder padding with velcro, side release buckles, and a highly breathable padded mesh throughout the interior for comfort the Sentinel Plate Carrier affords all-day comfort and wearability. The removable cummerbund features removable side plate pockets for both 6"x6" and 6"x8" plate armor inserts for added protection. The Spartan Armor Systems Sentinel Plate Carrier has been one of our most popular carriers with thousands having been sold to Law Enforcement Officers and Civilians alike. Spartan Armor Systems® Sentinel Plate Carrier Specs: Adjustable from 38" To 48" Chest Size Durable Emergency Drag Handle Anti-slip Shoulder Padding With Velcro Side Release Buckles On The Internal Waist Strap Padded Mesh Separators For The Interior Of The Carrier For Breathability Fits 10" X 12" Shooters Cut Plates Removable Cummerbund With Side Plate Pockets For 6" X 6" And 6" X 8" Side Plate Armor Velcro In Front Of The Carrier Is 8” X 4” With A Velcro Loop On Each Side Velcro On The Back Of The Carrier Measures 9” X 3” Stronger Carrier Material That Can Withstand Extensive Wear And Tear Over A Long Period Of Time 1000 Denier Bottom Loading Weighs Approximately 2lbs. 9oz. NOTE: This plate carrier CAN accept 6"x8" side plates. There is a flap of Velcro inside each side plate pocket that must be flipped vertically to allow for 6"x8" side plates.   SPARTAN™ OMEGA™ AR500 BODY ARMOR SHOOTERS CUT SET OF TWO Product Overview Armor befitting of a modern-day Spartan… The Spartan™ Omega™ AR500 Body Armor is sold as a pair of plates, and is constructed from ¼” thick lab certified AR500 Omega™ Armor ballistic-grade steel. The Spartan Omega AR500 plates are available in three sizes (8”x10”, 10”x12” and 11”x14”) and provide the operator with Level III protection in accordance with NIJ0101.06 standards. As with all other body armor sold by Spartan Armor Systems®, our Spartan™ Omega™ AR500 body armor has been independently tested and verified by an independent NIJ credentialed laboratory.    Spartan™ Omega™ AR500 Body Armor - True High-Quality Ballistic Threat Protection Not all steel core body armor is created equal! At Spartan Armor Systems® we are honored to provide our customers with the highest quality armor on the market because we understand intimately what is at stake. All Spartan™ Omega™ AR500 Body Armor products use only ballistic LAB CERTIFIED AR500 steel. All purchases of our Spartan Armor products have current lab certificates available on request, ensuring you have peace of mind when it comes to receiving the highest quality and integrity with your Spartan Armor Systems® body armor. For added peace of mind, every plate of armor sold by Spartan Armor Systems® is serialized allowing it to be easily tracked back to the original plate of steel it was cut from should there be any question as to its ballistic properties. Don’t settle for sub-standard, ineffective, low-quality steel armor - your life may depend on it. Read our "FAQ" to learn more about the extensive testing and quality assurance all Spartan™ Omega™ AR500 Body Armor is subjected to and to learn about the quality of steel we use to construct our body armor!   Laser Cut to Protect Ballistic Integrity All steel core body armor is cut and shaped after the ballistic properties have been formulated within the steel. While other steel body armor manufacturers commonly use plasma torch cutting that applies excessive heat (25,000 ˚C / 45,000 ˚F) to a wide portion of the steel plate, Spartan Armor Systems® only utilizes laser cutting to protect the ballistic integrity throughout the entirety of each steel core body armor plate we manufacture. Plasma cutting also requires grinding to clean up the edges after the fact, resulting in increased heat and possible fatigue. At Spartan Armor Systems®, we maintain the highest production integrity and quality standards every step of the way for our customers because we know what is at stake.  Additional Protection: Full Coat or Base Coat Options We strongly recommend choosing our full coat option when you buy steel core body armor. Our proprietary plate coating, Encapsaloc™, is a potentially life-saving feature that captures spalling as a result of ballistic impacts on the strike face of the steel core armor plate. Do not settle for steel armor that is merely coated with generic truck bed liner spray coatings that have not been tested for ballistic efficacy. The strike face of our Spartan Armor Systems® Spartan™ Omega™ AR500 Body Armor plates proudly bears the mark of our Spartan logo.    IMPORTANT NOTE: The base coat option only provides protection against corrosion and offers little to no fragmentation/spall mitigation. Should you choose to select base coat plates, please consider adding our Spall Containment Sleeve (sold separately) as a means of fragmentation mitigation.    Exceptional Comfort & Engineering You have the choice of getting our Spartan™ Omega™ AR500 Body Armor formed on a continual radius die (single curve) or with our proprietary and patented Advanced Triple Curve™ (ATC) formation. It is important to note that our single curve plate is the equivalent of what our competitors deem “multi-curve” and our ATC design is a true multi-curve plate with unique curvature at the top, bottom, and sides of the plate. At Spartan Armor Systems® we have machined custom tooling to craft our plates with a sleek curvature that conforms and wraps to your torso for enhanced ergonomics. Spartan Armor Systems®™ is proud to be the FIRST in the industry to commercially offer the triple-curved Spartan™ Omega™ AR500 Body Armor. Spartan Armor Systems®’ ATC body armor allows the operator to shoulder their weapon with the most freedom and limited discomfort. The ATC design provides a snug, comfortable fit and “hugs” the operator’s body, resulting in a significant increase in comfort and operational maneuverability. Our custom-configured CNC equipment and advanced understanding of what makes Steel Core Armor most effective has allowed us to create dies that form our body armor without any “crease” bends. Crease-bends, “work hardens” the plate, which causes a significant amount of stress to the portion of the plate being placed under load during the manufacturing process. We HIGHLY suggest when doing your research, that you ask any manufacturer under consideration if they crease bend their body armor. This process results in increased potential for plate fatigue and failure, which is why Spartan Armor Systems®™ has gone the extra mile to create this unique die process.    Chest Plate Weight (per plate):  10"x12" Plate: Base Coat 8lbs 10oz. Full Coat 9lbs 11oz. Side Plate Weight (per plate):  6×6 approximately 2lbs 1oz (base coat) or 2lbs 15oz (full coat) 6×8 approximately 3lbs 10oz (base coat) or 3lbs 14oz (full coat)   Additional Spartan™ Omega™ AR500 Body Armor - Specs:  Made in U.S.A. Meets NIJ 0101.06 Level III Specifications Available in Single Curve (commonly Called "MultiCurve" by other manufacturers) or Advanced Triple Curve™  Full Coat Option Provides Fragmentation/Spall Mitigation, Base Coat Provides Corrosion Protection Only   See A Comparison of Our Full Line of Body Armor:   Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) - US Export Regulations:   Level III and IV rifle rated body armor (Rifle Plates) fall under jurisdiction of the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), and are subject to the export control laws of the US Government. Export or re-transfer of Rifle Plates by any means to any foreign end user or for any other end use, whether in the US or abroad without written approval of the US Department of Commerce or Department of State is prohibited.   The sale, transfer, transportation, or shipment outside of the US of any product prohibited or restricted for export without complying with US export control laws and regulations, including proper export licensing, documentation or authorization, is strictly prohibited and may result in civil penalties and/or constitute a federal crime. Spartan Armor Systems, TK Armor Systems, LLC will not engage in any transaction that requires the illegal export of any products and will not assist directly or indirectly with the illegal export or re-export of any products.       *******All products available on this category are sold under and branded under Spartan Armor Systems ™ The Target Man’s /Spartan Armor Systems Spartan™ Omega™ AR500 Body Armor Armor products are manufactured from genuine, lab-certified AR500 ballistic grade steel. None of the products available on this website are sourced from, sponsored or approved by, affiliated with or in any way connected with Armored Republic, LLC.    

Sentinel Legion XL Plate Carrier Specs:  Durable Emergency Drag Handle Anti-slip Shoulder Padding With Velcro Side Release Buckles On The Internal Waist Strap Elevated Mesh Allowing For Extreme Breathability  Holds 11"X14" Front And Back Plates Removable Cummerbund With Side Plate Pockets For 6"X6" And 6"X8" Armor Velcro In Front Of The Carrier Is 8"x4" With A Velcro Loop On Each Side Velcro On The Back Of The Carrier Measures 9x3 Stronger Carrier Material That Can Withstand Extensive Wear And Tear Over A Long Period Of Time 1000 Denier Bottom Loading Weighs Approximately 3lbs. 9oz. Shooters Cut Plate Weight (per plate):. 11”x14” AR550 Shooters Cut: Base Coat 9lbs 15oz. Full Coat 11lbs Thickness: .25″ AR550 plus approximately .25″ coating makes this slim profile plate overall .5-.6″ in total thickness Side Plate Weight (per plate):     6×6 approximately 2lbs 9oz (base coat) or 2lbs 11oz (full coat) 6×8 approximately 3lbs 6 oz (base coat) or 3lbs 12oz (full coat) AR550 Body Armor - Shooters Cut Specs: Made in U.S.A. Special Threat Tested to Level III+ Standards Single Curve Base Coat Model is NIJ Certified Level III, But Provides Level III+ Protection Available in Single Curve (commonly Called "MultiCurve" by other manufacturers) or Advanced Triple Curve™  Full Coat Option Provides Fragmentation/Spall Mitigation, Base Coat Provides Corrosion Protection Only SPARTAN ARMOR SYSTEMS® SENTINEL LEGION XL PLATE CARRIER  The Spartan Armor Systems® Legion XL Plate Carrier is rugged, reliable, and fully adjustable from 2XL-4XL. Designed to hold our 11”x14” body armor plates, the Legion XL can also accommodate 6”x6” or 6”x8” side plates for additional protection and features a completely removable cummerbund. Developed For You Born of numerous customer inquiries and feedback, we developed the Sentinel Legion XL Plate Carrier to be adjustable from a 2XL-4XL size. The Sentinel Legion XL weighs in at approximately 3lbs. 9oz., will hold our Steel Core AR500 Omega and AR550 11”x14” body armor plates, while also offering the option to add in 6"x6" or 6"x8" side plates. If you don't want to run the Sentinel Legion XL with the cummerbund - no sweat! The cummerbund is easily removable so you can run your plate carrier with just the front and back plates or the full set-up with side plates. Comfort And Convenience The Spartan Armor Systems® Legion XL Plate Carrier includes features designed for customization, modularity, and comfort while affording supreme protection in the field. Anti-slip shoulder padding with velcro, side release buckles on the waist strap, and elevated mesh for breathability make this one big, bad, carrier.  Sentinel Legion XL Plate Carrier Specs:  Durable Emergency Drag Handle Anti-slip Shoulder Padding With Velcro Side Release Buckles On The Internal Waist Strap Elevated Mesh Allowing For Extreme Breathability  Holds 11"X14" Front And Back Plates Removable Cummerbund With Side Plate Pockets For 6"X6" And 6"X8" Armor Velcro In Front Of The Carrier Is 8"x4" With A Velcro Loop On Each Side Velcro On The Back Of The Carrier Measures 9x3 Stronger Carrier Material That Can Withstand Extensive Wear And Tear Over A Long Period Of Time 1000 Denier Bottom Loading Weighs Approximately 3lbs. 9oz. NOTE: This plate carrier CAN accept 6"x8" side plates. There is a flap of Velcro inside each side plate pocket that must be flipped vertically to allow for 6"x8" side plates. SPARTAN ARMOR SYSTEMS® AR550 BODY ARMOR SET OF TWO Spartan Armor Systems® has literally taken Level III-rated body armor to the next level by adding a 10% increase in ballistic core hardness to their AR550 line of armor. Because of this enhancement, our AR550 level III+ body armor offers operators advanced rifle-rated threat protection and has been special threat validated in an independent NIJ credentialed laboratory. Manufactured and tested within the highest quality standards, utilizing laboratory-certified steel, our single curve, full coat AR550 plates have received NIJ Certification under NIJ 0101.06 level III specifications. For added peace of mind, every plate of armor sold by Spartan Armor Systems® is serialized allowing it to be easily tracked back to the original plate of steel it was cut from should there be any question as to its ballistic properties. Protective Value Added  We understand the NIJ rating system can be confusing. Simply put, our AR550 body armor is certified as NIJ (National Institute of Justice) level III rated but has undergone special threat testing to achieve a level III+ rating. AR550 Single Curve, Full Coat body armor plates are labeled as level III on the back of the plate as the National Institute of Justice (NIJ) does not currently have a level III+ rating. “Level III+” indicates that special threat testing was created within the body armor industry to fill the void between NIJ 0101.06 level III and NIJ level IV, specifically to account for high-velocity penetrator rounds such as M855 (aka green tips). While AR550 single curve full coat plates are certified as NIJ level III, rest assured they are made from AR550 ballistic grade steel and have been special threat tested to attain the level III+ qualification. Quite simply, the NIJ requires that we label Spartan Armor Systems® AR550 Single Curve Full Coat Plates as “Level III” even though they are capable of providing the operator with a higher degree of ballistic protection.  Battle Hardened Our AR550 armor hits the “sweet spot” in the Brinell Hardness (BHN) range. With a core hardness of approximately 545-560 BHN, we have found that the ballistically rated variant of AR550 that we use when manufacturing our AR550 armor is perfect for defeating higher velocity threats, while not exposing the armor plate to extreme stress due to forming. Our AR550 Level III+ armor has our GEN2 lower cut radius, it’s much harder than AR500, but not so hard that it risks incurring severe stress while undergoing the formation process. Laser Cut to Protect Ballistic Integrity All steel core body armor is cut and shaped after the ballistic properties have been formulated within the steel. While other steel body armor manufacturers commonly use plasma torch cutting that applies excessive heat (25,000 ˚C / 45,000 ˚F) to a wide portion of the steel plate, Spartan Armor Systems® only utilizes laser cutting in order to protect the ballistic integrity of each steel core body armor plate we manufacture. Plasma cutting also requires grinding to clean up the edges after the fact, resulting in increased heat and possible fatigue. At Spartan Armor Systems®, we maintain the highest production integrity and quality standards every step of the way for our customers because we know what is at stake.  Additional Protection: Full Coat or Base Coat Options We strongly recommend choosing our full coat option when you buy steel core body armor. Our proprietary plate coating, Encapsaloc™, is a potentially life-saving feature that captures spalling as a result of ballistic impacts on the strike face of the steel core armor plate. Do not settle for steel armor that is merely coated with generic truck bed liner spray coatings that have not been tested for ballistic efficacy. The strike face of our Spartan Armor Systems® AR550 Body Armor plates proudly bears the mark of our Spartan logo. IMPORTANT NOTE: The base coat option only provides protection against corrosion and offers little to no fragmentation/spall mitigation. Should you choose to select base coat plates, please consider adding our Spall Containment Sleeve (sold separately) as a means of fragmentation mitigation. Blazing The Trail of Innovation Our AR550 Spartan Body Armor now offers operators the option of coming with the Advanced Triple Curve (ATC) feature. This is an industry FIRST! Spartan Armor Systems®™ is proud to be the LEADER in the industry when it comes to offering our customers triple-curved AR550 body armor. With higher velocity rifle threats commonly present throughout the United States, we’ve developed this AR550 armor to specifically defeat some common threats such as 5.56 x 45 XM193, 5.56 x 45 M855 /SS109, and 7.62 x 51 (.308 Winchester) at a rated velocity of 3,100 fps or less. Additionally, we’ve successfully defeated these threat profiles from Close Quarters Battle (CQB) distances…repeatedly! Configuration: This armor comes as a pair, meaning you will receive both front and back plates.   Shooters Cut Plate Weight (per plate):. 11”x14” AR550 Shooters Cut: Base Coat 9lbs 15oz. Full Coat 11lbs Thickness: .25″ AR550 plus approximately .25″ coating makes this slim profile plate overall .5-.6″ in total thickness   Side Plate Weight (per plate):     6×6 approximately 2lbs 9oz (base coat) or 2lbs 11oz (full coat) 6×8 approximately 3lbs 6 oz (base coat) or 3lbs 12oz (full coat)   AR550 Body Armor - Shooters Cut Specs: Made in U.S.A. Special Threat Tested to Level III+ Standards Single Curve Base Coat Model is NIJ Certified Level III, But Provides Level III+ Protection Available in Single Curve (commonly Called "MultiCurve" by other manufacturers) or Advanced Triple Curve™  Full Coat Option Provides Fragmentation/Spall Mitigation, Base Coat Provides Corrosion Protection Only   See a Comparison of Our Full Line of Body Armor: Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) - US Export Regulations: Level III and IV rifle rated body armor (Rifle Plates) fall under jurisdiction of the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), and are subject to the export control laws of the US Government. Export or re-transfer of Rifle Plates by any means to any foreign end user or for any other end use, whether in the US or abroad without written approval of the US Department of Commerce or Department of State is prohibited.  

SPARTAN ARMOR SYSTEMS® SENTINEL PLATE CARRIER   Product Overview The Spartan Armor Systems® Sentinel Plate Carrier is an extremely rugged, lightweight, feature-packed plate carrier that affords users a high degree of comfort and customization. Whether you are shopping for your first plate carrier or your next plate carrier, the Sentinel carrier platform allows the operator significant freedom to build and customize to fit their needs.  Ready For Anything Fitting 38” to 48” chest sizes, the Sentinel Plate Carrier is fabricated from 1000 denier fabric and fits 10"x12" shooters cut plates. Featuring anti-slip shoulder padding with velcro, side release buckles, and a highly breathable padded mesh throughout the interior for comfort the Sentinel Plate Carrier affords all-day comfort and wearability. The removable cummerbund features removable side plate pockets for both 6"x6" and 6"x8" plate armor inserts for added protection. The Spartan Armor Systems Sentinel Plate Carrier has been one of our most popular carriers with thousands having been sold to Law Enforcement Officers and Civilians alike. Spartan Armor Systems® Sentinel Plate Carrier Specs: Adjustable from 38" To 48" Chest Size Durable Emergency Drag Handle Anti-slip Shoulder Padding With Velcro Side Release Buckles On The Internal Waist Strap Padded Mesh Separators For The Interior Of The Carrier For Breathability Fits 10" X 12" Shooters Cut Plates Removable Cummerbund With Side Plate Pockets For 6" X 6" And 6" X 8" Side Plate Armor Velcro In Front Of The Carrier Is 8” X 4” With A Velcro Loop On Each Side Velcro On The Back Of The Carrier Measures 9” X 3” Stronger Carrier Material That Can Withstand Extensive Wear And Tear Over A Long Period Of Time 1000 Denier Bottom Loading Weighs Approximately 2lbs. 9oz. NOTE: This plate carrier CAN accept 6"x8" side plates. There is a flap of Velcro inside each side plate pocket that must be flipped vertically to allow for 6"x8" side plates. SPARTAN ARMOR SYSTEMS® AR550 BODY ARMOR SET OF TWO   Product Overview Spartan Armor Systems® has literally taken Level III-rated body armor to the next level by adding a 10% increase in ballistic core hardness to their AR550 line of armor. Because of this enhancement, our AR550 level III+ body armor offers operators advanced rifle-rated threat protection and has been special threat validated in an independent NIJ credentialed laboratory. Manufactured and tested within the highest quality standards, utilizing laboratory-certified steel, our single curve, full coat AR550 plates have received NIJ Certification under NIJ 0101.06 level III specifications. For added peace of mind, every plate of armor sold by Spartan Armor Systems® is serialized allowing it to be easily tracked back to the original plate of steel it was cut from should there be any question as to its ballistic properties. Protective Value Added  We understand the NIJ rating system can be confusing. Simply put, our AR550 body armor is certified as NIJ (National Institute of Justice) level III rated but has undergone special threat testing to achieve a level III+ rating. AR550 Single Curve, Full Coat body armor plates are labeled as level III on the back of the plate as the National Institute of Justice (NIJ) does not currently have a level III+ rating. “Level III+” indicates that special threat testing was created within the body armor industry to fill the void between NIJ 0101.06 level III and NIJ level IV, specifically to account for high-velocity penetrator rounds such as M855 (aka green tips). While AR550 single curve full coat plates are certified as NIJ level III, rest assured they are made from AR550 ballistic grade steel and have been special threat tested to attain the level III+ qualification. Quite simply, the NIJ requires that we label Spartan Armor Systems® AR550 Single Curve Full Coat Plates as “Level III” even though they are capable of providing the operator with a higher degree of ballistic protection.    Battle Hardened Our AR550 armor hits the “sweet spot” in the Brinell Hardness (BHN) range. With a core hardness of approximately 545-560 BHN, we have found that the ballistically rated variant of AR550 that we use when manufacturing our AR550 armor is perfect for defeating higher velocity threats, while not exposing the armor plate to extreme stress due to forming. Our AR550 Level III+ armor has our GEN2 lower cut radius, it’s much harder than AR500, but not so hard that it risks incurring severe stress while undergoing the formation process.   Laser Cut to Protect Ballistic Integrity All steel core body armor is cut and shaped after the ballistic properties have been formulated within the steel. While other steel body armor manufacturers commonly use plasma torch cutting that applies excessive heat (25,000 ˚C / 45,000 ˚F) to a wide portion of the steel plate, Spartan Armor Systems® only utilizes laser cutting in order to protect the ballistic integrity of each steel core body armor plate we manufacture. Plasma cutting also requires grinding to clean up the edges after the fact, resulting in increased heat and possible fatigue. At Spartan Armor Systems®, we maintain the highest production integrity and quality standards every step of the way for our customers because we know what is at stake.    Additional Protection: Full Coat or Base Coat Options We strongly recommend choosing our full coat option when you buy steel core body armor. Our proprietary plate coating, Encapsaloc™, is a potentially life-saving feature that captures spalling as a result of ballistic impacts on the strike face of the steel core armor plate. Do not settle for steel armor that is merely coated with generic truck bed liner spray coatings that have not been tested for ballistic efficacy. The strike face of our Spartan Armor Systems® AR550 Body Armor plates proudly bears the mark of our Spartan logo.   IMPORTANT NOTE: The base coat option only provides protection against corrosion and offers little to no fragmentation/spall mitigation. Should you choose to select base coat plates, please consider adding our Spall Containment Sleeve (sold separately) as a means of fragmentation mitigation.   Blazing The Trail of Innovation Our AR550 Spartan Body Armor now offers operators the option of coming with the Advanced Triple Curve (ATC) feature. This is an industry FIRST! Spartan Armor Systems®™ is proud to be the LEADER in the industry when it comes to offering our customers triple-curved AR550 body armor. With higher velocity rifle threats commonly present throughout the United States, we’ve developed this AR550 armor to specifically defeat some common threats such as 5.56 x 45 XM193, 5.56 x 45 M855 /SS109, and 7.62 x 51 (.308 Winchester) at a rated velocity of 3,100 fps or less. Additionally, we’ve successfully defeated these threat profiles from Close Quarters Battle (CQB) distances…repeatedly! Configuration: This armor comes as a pair, meaning you will receive both front and back plates.   Shooters Cut Plate Weight (per plate):. 10”x12” AR550 Shooters Cut: Base Coat 8lbs 1oz. or Full Coat 8lbs 10oz. Thickness: .25″ AR550 plus approximately .25″ coating makes this slim profile plate overall .5-.6″ in total thickness   Side Plate Weight (per plate):     6×6 approximately 2lbs 9oz (base coat) or 2lbs 11oz (full coat) 6×8 approximately 3lbs 6 oz (base coat) or 3lbs 12oz (full coat).   AR550 Body Armor - Shooters Cut Specs: Made in U.S.A. Special Threat Tested to Level III+ Standards Single Curve Base Coat Model is NIJ Certified Level III, But Provides Level III+ Protection Available in Single Curve (commonly Called "MultiCurve" by other manufacturers) or Advanced Triple Curve™  Full Coat Option Provides Fragmentation/Spall Mitigation, Base Coat Provides Corrosion Protection Only   See a Comparison of Our Full Line of Body Armor:     Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) - US Export Regulations:   Level III and IV rifle rated body armor (Rifle Plates) fall under jurisdiction of the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), and are subject to the export control laws of the US Government. Export or re-transfer of Rifle Plates by any means to any foreign end user or for any other end use, whether in the US or abroad without written approval of the US Department of Commerce or Department of State is prohibited.   The sale, transfer, transportation, or shipment outside of the US of any product prohibited or restricted for export without complying with US export control laws and regulations, including proper export licensing, documentation or authorization, is strictly prohibited and may result in civil penalties and/or constitute a federal crime. Spartan Armor Systems, TK Armor Systems, LLC will not engage in any transaction that requires the illegal export of any products and will not assist directly or indirectly with the illegal export or re-export of any products.        

SPARTAN ARMOR SYSTEMS SENTINEL SWIMMERS PLATE CARRIER Durable emergency drag handle Anti-Slip shoulder padding w/ velcro Side release buckles on internal waist strap Padded elevated mesh on interior of carrier for breathability Fits 10x12 Swimmers cut plates Removable cummberbund with side plate pockets for 6x6 and 6x8 side plate armor Velcro in front of the Carrier is 8x4 w/ a velcro loop on each side Velcro on the back of the Carrier measures 9x3 Stronger carrier material that can withstand through wear and tear over a long period of time 1000 denier Bottom loading Weighs approximately 2lbs. 9oz. NOTE: This carrier is designed to fit swimmers cut plates manufactured by Spartan Armor Systems. We can not guarantee a fit with plates made by other manufacturers.    NOTE: This plate carrier CAN accept 6"x8" side plates. There is a flap of Velcro inside each side plate pocket that must be flipped vertically to allow for 6"x8" side plates!

Advanced plate carrier that is feature packed 500 Denier  Front Top Zippered Admin Pouch Front Lower Velcro kangaroo pouch PALS web attachment points covering the front, back and shoulders of the vest Mil spec laser cut PALS Webbing on the shoulders Cummerbund is designed to hold a 5"x15" IIIA soft armor inside each side. Cummerbund has a proprietary retained shock cord system to allow stretch while being held in place to stop sagging. Cummerbund is removable and the carrier is equipped with removable quick release buckles Genuine US Mil Spec Webbing Velcro on the back Drag Handle keeps it in place Heavy Duty bar tacking at key stress points Communication or hydration hose guides  Padded Front and back interior of carrier with airflow channels sewn in Front and back areas of Velcro for identifiers Bottom Loading Plate Pockets accepts 10x12, SAPI and Similar Armor All pieces Made in USA, assembled in Mexico *Note* This plate carrier by itself will only hold 5x15 Soft Armor Panels, this package will come with a molle system to attach on your 6x6 or 6x8 side plates.  Leonidas Plate Carrier System with AR550 Omega Body Armor  The Leonidas plate carrier is an advanced plate carrier system is fit for a Spartan King, hence the name "Leonidas". This versatile plate carrier hosts a wide variety of proven features including a removable cummerbund. When you are looking for the toughest plate carrier available to take into battle this is it. Take a look at all the features below. Our AR550 body armor is NIJ level III rated but has undergone special threat testing to achieve a level III+ rating, click here to learn more. NIJ Certification applies to AR550 Shooters and Swimmers Cut Single Curve Full Coat armor plates.  Why Are Your AR550 Single Curve Full Coat Plates Labeled as Level III?  Spartan AR550 Single Curve, Full Coat body armor plates are labeled as level III on the back of the plate as the National Institute of Justice (NIJ) does not currently have a level III+ rating. Level III+ indicates special threat testing and was created by the body armor industry to fill the void between NIJ 0101.06 level III and NIJ level IV, specifically to account for high velocity penetrator rounds such as M855 (aka green tips). While Spartan AR550 single curve full coat plates are certified as NIJ level III, rest assured they are made from AR550 ballistic steel and have been special threat tested to level III+. Quite simply, the NIJ requires that we label AR550 single curve full coat plates as level III even though they are capable of higher ballistic protection.  Advanced plate carrier that is feature packed 500 Denier  Front Top Zippered Admin Pouch Front Lower Velcro kangaroo pouch PALS web attachment points covering the front, back and shoulders of the vest Mil spec laser cut PALS Webbing on the shoulders Cummerbund is designed to hold a 5"x15" IIIA soft armor inside each side. Cummerbund has a proprietary retained shock cord system to allow stretch while being held in place to stop sagging. Cummerbund is removable and the carrier is equipped with removable quick release buckles Genuine US Mil Spec Webbing Velcro on the back Drag Handle keeps it in place Heavy Duty bar tacking at key stress points Communication or hydration hose guides  Padded Front and back interior of carrier with airflow channels sewn in Front and back areas of Velcro for identifiers Bottom Loading Plate Pockets accepts 10x12, SAPI and Similar Armor All pieces Made in USA, assembled in Mexico *Note* This plate carrier by itself will only hold 5x15 Soft Armor Panels, this package will come with a molle system to attach on your 6x6 or 6x8 side plates.  Our AR550 armor hits the “sweet spot” in the Brinnell Hardness (BHN) range. With a core hardness of approximately 545-560 BHN, we have found our  ballistically rated variant of AR550 that we use is perfect for defeating higher velocity threats, while not exposing the armor plate to extreme stress due to forming. Our AR550 Level III+ armor has our GEN2 lower cut radius. With a 10% increase in core hardness, this ballistic grade steel perfectly hits the “sweet spot”. It’s much harder than AR500, but not too hard to cause severe stress while forming. Our AR550 Spartan Body Armor now has the option of Advanced Triple Curve (ATC). An industry FIRST! Spartan Armor Systems™ is proud to be the FIRST in the industry to commercially offer triple-curved AR550 body armor. With higher velocity rifle threats commonly present throughout the United States, we’ve developed this AR550 armor to specifically defeat some common threats such as 5.56 x 45 XM193, 5.56 x 45 M855 /SS109 and 7.62 x 51 (.308 Winchester) at a rated velocity of 3,100 fps or less. Additionally, we’ve successfully defeated these threat profiles from Close Quarters Battle (CQB) distances…repeatedly!  Configuration:   This armor comes as a pair, meaning you will receive both front and back plates, and optional side plates Level III+ Side Plates:   Choose from either 6″ x 6″ (small) or 6″ x 8″ (large) Full Coat or Base Coat Options:  We are excited to announce our potentially “life saving” breakthrough!  The strike face for our plates is mark embedded with our Spartan logo! Both sides of these plates are coated, however, the back side only has a “courtesy coat” to protect against wear and rust. The front of the plate is lined with 1/4-3/8 of our proprietary coating, Encapsaloc ™.  The result is a plate approximately 1/2-5/8” total thickness.  See our FAQ for more information about our Encapsaloc ™ process. By purchasing, you will receive (2) Formed Spartan™ Omega™ AR500 Body Armor 10″x12” chest plates.  Due to popular demand, we have added a “base coat” only option for our AR500 Omega™ armor products. The base coat option has an extremely thin layer of our fragmentation mitigation coating to aesthetically enhance the plates, and to provide corrosion resistance. This coating has minimal, if any, fragmentation mitigation capabilities.

Spartan Armor Systems Spartan AR550 Body Armor And Tactical Response Kit When purchasing this package you will receive: (1) Tactical Response Laser Cut Plate Carrier (Black, Coyote Brown, OD Green). (2) 10x12 Spartan AR550 Body Armor Shooters Cut Chest/Back Plates. Plate Carrier Specs: 1000 Denier Materials Light weight and Duty 1000 Denier laser Cut Molle Zippered Admin Pouch Kangaroo pouch with removable triple M4 Pouches Padded Shoulder Pads Padded Front and rear with ventilation vents Low Profile Drag Handle Molle Velcro front and rear for Identifier Patches 2-inch replaceable quick release buckles Accepts 10" x 12" Body Armor Comes with a Storage Bag Fits S to XL Our AR550 body armor is NIJ level III rated but has undergone special threat testing to achieve a level III+ rating. NIJ Certification applies to AR550 Shooters and Swimmers Cut Single Curve Full Coat armor plates.   Why Are Your AR550 Single Curve Full Coat Plates Labeled as Level III?  Spartan AR550 Single Curve, Full Coat body armor plates are labeled as level III on the back of the plate as the National Institute of Justice (NIJ) does not currently have a level III+ rating. Level III+ indicates special threat testing and was created by the body armor industry to fill the void between NIJ 0101.06 level III and NIJ level IV, specifically to account for high velocity penetrator rounds such as M855 (aka green tips). While Spartan AR550 single curve full coat plates are certified as NIJ level III, rest assured they are made from AR550 ballistic steel and have been special threat tested to level III+. Quite simply, the NIJ requires that we label AR550 single curve full coat plates as level III even though they are capable of higher ballistic protection.    Buy Body Armor - Level III+ Spartan AR550 Armor We’ve taken our Level III Body Armor to a NEW level! Spartan Armor Systems™ is pleased to introduce our AR550 Body Armor!  With a 10% increase in ballistic core hardness, our level III+ AR550 armor defeats higher velocity threats such as XM193, M855, and M80! We’re special rifle threat validated! Our AR550 armor hits the “sweet spot” in the Brinnell Hardness (BHN) range. With a core hardness of approximately 545-560 BHN, we have found our  ballistically rated variant of AR550 that we use is perfect for defeating higher velocity threats, while not exposing the armor plate to extreme stress due to forming. Our AR550 Level III+ armor has our GEN2 lower cut radius. With a 10% increase in core hardness, this ballistic grade steel is much harder than AR500, but not too hard to cause severe stress while forming. Advanced Triple Curve (ATC) AR550 Spartan Body Armor. An industry FIRST! Spartan Armor Systems™ is proud to be the FIRST in the industry to commercially offer triple-curved AR550 body armor. With higher velocity rifle threats commonly present throughout the United States, we’ve developed this AR550 armor to specifically defeat some common threats such as 5.56 x 45 XM193, 5.56 x 45 M855 /SS109 and 7.62 x 51 (.308 Winchester) at a rated velocity of 3,100 fps or less. Additionally, we’ve successfully defeated these threat profiles from Close Quarters Battle (CQB) distances…repeatedly! Level III+ Side Plates:   Choose from either 6″ x 6″ (small) or 6″ x 8″ (large) Chest Plate Weight (per plate):   10x12 AR550 Shooters Cut: Base Coat 8lbs 1oz. Full Coat 8lbs 10oz. Side Plate Weight (per plate):    6×6 approximately 2lbs 9oz (base coat), 2lbs 11oz (full coat), 6×8 approximately 3lbs 6oz (base coat), 3lbs 12oz (full coat). Thickness:   .25″ AR550 plus approximately .25″ coating (full coat) makes this slim profile plate overall .5-.6″ in total thickness As with all of our Armor products, we only use the highest grade of AR550 to manufacture our armor! Remember, not all body armor is created equal! Read our “FAQ” to find out more about the AR550 Armor we use to construct our body armor! Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) - US Export Regulations: Level III and IV rifle rated body armor (Rifle Plates) fall under jurisdiction of the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), and are subject to the export control laws of the US Government. Export or re-transfer of Rifle Plates by any means to any foreign end user or for any other end use, whether in the US or abroad without written approval of the US Department of Commerce or Department of State is prohibited. The sale, transfer, transportation, or shipment outside of the US of any product prohibited or restricted for export without complying with US export control laws and regulations, including proper export licensing, documentation or authorization, is strictly prohibited and may result in civil penalties and/or constitute a federal crime. Spartan Armor Systems, TK Armor Systems, LLC will not engage in any transaction that requires the illegal export of any products and will not assist directly or indirectly with the illegal export or re-export of any products.

SPARTAN™ OMEGA™ AR500 BODY ARMOR SINGLE PLATE With Full Coat Frag Mitigation Coating Product Overview Armor befitting of a modern-day Spartan… The Spartan™ Omega™ AR500 Body Armor is sold as a pair of plates, and is constructed from ¼” thick lab certified AR500 Omega™ Armor ballistic-grade steel. The Spartan Omega AR500 plates are available in three sizes (8”x10”, 10”x12” and 11”x14”) and provide the operator with Level III protection in accordance with NIJ0101.06 standards. As with all other body armor sold by Spartan Armor Systems®, our Spartan™ Omega™ AR500 body armor has been independently tested and verified by an independent NIJ credentialed laboratory.   Spartan™ Omega™ AR500 Body Armor - True High-Quality Ballistic Threat Protection Not all steel core body armor is created equal! At Spartan Armor Systems® we are honored to provide our customers with the highest quality armor on the market because we understand intimately what is at stake. All Spartan™ Omega™ AR500 Body Armor products use only ballistic LAB CERTIFIED AR500 steel. All purchases of our Spartan Armor products have current lab certificates available on request, ensuring you have peace of mind when it comes to receiving the highest quality and integrity with your Spartan Armor Systems® body armor. For added peace of mind, every plate of armor sold by Spartan Armor Systems® is serialized allowing it to be easily tracked back to the original plate of steel it was cut from should there be any question as to its ballistic properties. Don’t settle for sub-standard, ineffective, low-quality steel armor - your life may depend on it. Read our "FAQ" to learn more about the extensive testing and quality assurance all Spartan™ Omega™ AR500 Body Armor is subjected to and to learn about the quality of steel we use to construct our body armor! Laser Cut to Protect Ballistic Integrity All steel core body armor is cut and shaped after the ballistic properties have been formulated within the steel. While other steel body armor manufacturers commonly use plasma torch cutting that applies excessive heat (25,000 ˚C / 45,000 ˚F) to a wide portion of the steel plate, Spartan Armor Systems® only utilizes laser cutting to protect the ballistic integrity throughout the entirety of each steel core body armor plate we manufacture. Plasma cutting also requires grinding to clean up the edges after the fact, resulting in increased heat and possible fatigue. At Spartan Armor Systems®, we maintain the highest production integrity and quality standards every step of the way for our customers because we know what is at stake.  Additional Protection: Full Coat or Base Coat Options We strongly recommend choosing our full coat option when you buy steel core body armor. Our proprietary plate coating, Encapsaloc™, is a potentially life-saving feature that captures spalling as a result of ballistic impacts on the strike face of the steel core armor plate. Do not settle for steel armor that is merely coated with generic truck bed liner spray coatings that have not been tested for ballistic efficacy. The strike face of our Spartan Armor Systems® Spartan™ Omega™ AR500 Body Armor plates proudly bears the mark of our Spartan logo.   IMPORTANT NOTE: The base coat option only provides protection against corrosion and offers little to no fragmentation/spall mitigation. Should you choose to select base coat plates, please consider adding our Spall Containment Sleeve (sold separately) as a means of fragmentation mitigation.   Exceptional Comfort & Engineering You have the choice of getting our Spartan™ Omega™ AR500 Body Armor formed on a continual radius die (single curve) or with our proprietary and patented Advanced Triple Curve™ (ATC) formation. It is important to note that our single curve plate is the equivalent of what our competitors deem “multi-curve” and our ATC design is a true multi-curve plate with unique curvature at the top, bottom, and sides of the plate. At Spartan Armor Systems® we have machined custom tooling to craft our plates with a sleek curvature that conforms and wraps to your torso for enhanced ergonomics. Spartan Armor Systems®™ is proud to be the FIRST in the industry to commercially offer the triple-curved Spartan™ Omega™ AR500 Body Armor. Spartan Armor Systems®’ ATC body armor allows the operator to shoulder their weapon with the most freedom and limited discomfort. The ATC design provides a snug, comfortable fit and “hugs” the operator’s body, resulting in a significant increase in comfort and operational maneuverability. Our custom-configured CNC equipment and advanced understanding of what makes Steel Core Armor most effective has allowed us to create dies that form our body armor without any “crease” bends. Crease-bends, “work hardens” the plate, which causes a significant amount of stress to the portion of the plate being placed under load during the manufacturing process. We HIGHLY suggest when doing your research, that you ask any manufacturer under consideration if they crease bend their body armor. This process results in increased potential for plate fatigue and failure, which is why Spartan Armor Systems®™ has gone the extra mile to create this unique die process.   Chest Plate Weight (per plate):  8”x10” Plate: Base Coat 5lbs 13oz. Full Coat 6lbs 7oz 10"x12" Plate: Base Coat 8lbs 10oz. Full Coat 9lbs 11oz. 11"x14" Plate: Base Coat 10lbs 1oz. Full Coat 11lbs 6oz. Additional Spartan™ Omega™ AR500 Body Armor - Specs:  Made in U.S.A. Meets NIJ 0101.06 Level III Specifications Available in Single Curve (commonly Called "MultiCurve" by other manufacturers) or Advanced Triple Curve™  Full Coat Option Provides Fragmentation/Spall Mitigation, Base Coat Provides Corrosion Protection Only Includes 1 Armor Plate Per Order Available in Shooters Cut or Swimmers Cut   See A Comparison of Our Full Line of Body Armor:   Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) - US Export Regulations:   Level III and IV rifle rated body armor (Rifle Plates) fall under jurisdiction of the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), and are subject to the export control laws of the US Government. Export or re-transfer of Rifle Plates by any means to any foreign end user or for any other end use, whether in the US or abroad without written approval of the US Department of Commerce or Department of State is prohibited.   The sale, transfer, transportation, or shipment outside of the US of any product prohibited or restricted for export without complying with US export control laws and regulations, including proper export licensing, documentation or authorization, is strictly prohibited and may result in civil penalties and/or constitute a federal crime. Spartan Armor Systems, TK Armor Systems, LLC will not engage in any transaction that requires the illegal export of any products and will not assist directly or indirectly with the illegal export or re-export of any products.       *******All products available on this category are sold under and branded under Spartan Armor Systems ™ The Target Man’s /Spartan Armor Systems Spartan™ Omega™ AR500 Body Armor Armor products are manufactured from genuine, lab-certified AR500 ballistic grade steel. None of the products available on this website are sourced from, sponsored or approved by, affiliated with or in any way connected with Armored Republic, LLC.

FEATURES: Maxx-Dri Technology offers 100% breathability compared to traditional PCs Ultra Lightweight Ultra Fast Donning and Doffing Ideal for donning over a Police Uniform Lightning Fast Infinity Adjustment System for a truly Custom Fit Anti-Gravity weight management technology Heavy Duty Mil-spec construction Heavy Duty Genuine YKK buckles and straps Molle and Velcro Molle front and rear Front Velcro for ID patches Heavy Duty Rear Drag/Rescue Handle Available with rifle and pistol mag pouches and pistol holster (chest) (2) LEVEL 3+ AR550 10x12 Shooters Cut Plates This plate carrier was designed by 221B Tactical SIZING: One Size Fits All (Adjustable Heavy Duty Genuine YKK Side Release Buckles and Straps) Spartan Armor AR550 Level III+ Body Armor and 221B Tactical Phantom Plate Carrier Our AR550 body armor is NIJ level III rated but has undergone special threat testing to achieve a level III+ rating. NIJ Certification applies to AR550 Shooters and Swimmers Cut Single Curve Full Coat armor plates.  Why Are Your AR550 Single Curve Full Coat Plates Labeled as Level III?  Spartan AR550 Single Curve, Full Coat body armor plates are labeled as level III on the back of the plate as the National Institute of Justice (NIJ) does not currently have a level III+ rating. Level III+ indicates special threat testing and was created by the body armor industry to fill the void between NIJ 0101.06 level III and NIJ level IV, specifically to account for high velocity penetrator rounds such as M855 (aka green tips). While Spartan AR550 single curve full coat plates are certified as NIJ level III, rest assured they are made from AR550 ballistic steel and have been special threat tested to level III+. Quite simply, the NIJ requires that we label AR550 single curve full coat plates as level III even though they are capable of higher ballistic protection. FEATURES: Maxx-Dri Technology offers 100% breathability compared to traditional PCs Ultra Lightweight Ultra Fast Donning and Doffing Ideal for donning over a Police Uniform Lightning Fast Infinity Adjustment System for a truly Custom Fit Anti-Gravity weight management technology Heavy Duty Mil-spec construction Heavy Duty Genuine YKK buckles and straps Molle and Velcro Molle front and rear Front Velcro for ID patches Heavy Duty Rear Drag/Rescue Handle Available with rifle and pistol mag pouches and pistol holster (chest) (2) LEVEL 3+ AR550 10x12 Shooters Cut Plates This plate carrier was designed by 221B Tactical SIZING: One Size Fits All (Adjustable Heavy Duty Genuine YKK Side Release Buckles and Straps)

When purchasing this package you will receive: (1) Achilles Plate Carrier (Black, Coyote Brown, OD Green) (2) 10x12 Spartan™ Omega™ AR500 Body Armor Shooters Cut Chest/Back Plates, Single Curve, Base Coat (2) 6x6 Spartan™ Omega™ AR500 Body Armor Side Plates, Curved, Base Coat You have the choice of 6x8 side plates, upgrade to Advanced Triple Curved™ ATC™, and upgrade to full coat for fragmentation mitigation on the package.  SPARTAN ARMOR SYSTEMS® ACHILLES LASER CUT PLATE CARRIER   Product Overview The Achilles Laser Cut Plate Carrier pays homage to the legendary Greek warrior, Achilles, a great hero of the Trojan War. Lightweight, durable, and highly adaptable the Achilles carrier is designed for the modern-day multi-role warrior. Comprised of lightweight 1000 Denier laser-cut Molle and featuring comfortable padded shoulder straps and padded front and rear sections with ventilation vents, Spartan Armor Systems® has also enhanced the capability of the Achilles Laser Cut Plate Carrier by adding our top-zippered admin pouch above a convenient kangaroo pouch that comes with removable triple M4 mag pouches.   Added Comfort And Capability Capability and comfort keep you in the fight longer. The Achilles Laser Cut Plate Carrier will accept both 10"x12" and 11"x14" body armor. For example, to increase comfort and protection it is possible to run our Flex Fused Core IIIA soft armor behind steel core plates such as our III+ AR550 10"x12" body armor utilizing the dual-chamber system! The cummerbund accepts side plates (6”x6” or 6"x8") and is modular/removable, with the inclusion of the built-in 2-inch quick-release straps. The configuration and customization options with the Achilles Laser Cut Plate Carrier are endless. Achilles Laser Cut Plate Carrier Specs:  1000 Denier Materials Lightweight And Duty 1000 Denier Laser Cut Molle Zippered Admin Pouch Kangaroo Pouch With Removable Triple M4 Pouches Padded Shoulder Pads Padded Front And Rear With Ventilation Vents Low Profile Drag Handle Molle Velcro Front And Rear For Identifier Patches 2-inch Replaceable Quick-release Buckles Accepts 10"X12" And 11"X14" Body Armor 6"X6" And 6"X8" Side Plates Fits S To XL SPARTAN™ OMEGA™ AR500 BODY ARMOR SHOOTERS CUT SET OF TWO   Product Overview Armor befitting of a modern-day Spartan… The Spartan™ Omega™ AR500 Body Armor is sold as a pair of plates, and is constructed from ¼” thick lab certified AR500 Omega™ Armor ballistic-grade steel. Spartan™ Omega™ AR500 plates provide the operator with Level III protection in accordance with NIJ0101.06 standards. As with all other body armor sold by Spartan Armor Systems®, our Spartan™ Omega™ AR500 body armor has been independently tested and verified by an independent NIJ credentialed laboratory.    Spartan™ Omega™ AR500 Body Armor - True High-Quality Ballistic Threat Protection Not all steel core body armor is created equal! At Spartan Armor Systems® we are honored to provide our customers with the highest quality armor on the market because we understand intimately what is at stake. All Spartan™ Omega™ AR500 Body Armor products use only ballistic LAB CERTIFIED AR500 steel. All purchases of our Spartan Armor products have current lab certificates available on request, ensuring you have peace of mind when it comes to receiving the highest quality and integrity with your Spartan Armor Systems® body armor. For added peace of mind, every plate of armor sold by Spartan Armor Systems® is serialized allowing it to be easily tracked back to the original plate of steel it was cut from should there be any question as to its ballistic properties. Don’t settle for sub-standard, ineffective, low-quality steel armor - your life may depend on it. Read our "FAQ" to learn more about the extensive testing and quality assurance all Spartan™ Omega™ AR500 Body Armor is subjected to and to learn about the quality of steel we use to construct our body armor!   Laser Cut to Protect Ballistic Integrity All steel core body armor is cut and shaped after the ballistic properties have been formulated within the steel. While other steel body armor manufacturers commonly use plasma torch cutting that applies excessive heat (25,000 ˚C / 45,000 ˚F) to a wide portion of the steel plate, Spartan Armor Systems® only utilizes laser cutting to protect the ballistic integrity throughout the entirety of each steel core body armor plate we manufacture. Plasma cutting also requires grinding to clean up the edges after the fact, resulting in increased heat and possible fatigue. At Spartan Armor Systems®, we maintain the highest production integrity and quality standards every step of the way for our customers because we know what is at stake.  Additional Protection: Full Coat or Base Coat Options We strongly recommend choosing our full coat option when you buy steel core body armor. Our proprietary plate coating, Encapsaloc™, is a potentially life-saving feature that captures spalling as a result of ballistic impacts on the strike face of the steel core armor plate. Do not settle for steel armor that is merely coated with generic truck bed liner spray coatings that have not been tested for ballistic efficacy. The strike face of our Spartan Armor Systems® Spartan™ Omega™ AR500 Body Armor plates proudly bears the mark of our Spartan logo.    IMPORTANT NOTE: The base coat option only provides protection against corrosion and offers little to no fragmentation/spall mitigation. Should you choose to select base coat plates, please consider adding our Spall Containment Sleeve (sold separately) as a means of fragmentation mitigation.    Exceptional Comfort & Engineering You have the choice of getting our Spartan™ Omega™ AR500 Body Armor formed on a continual radius die (single curve) or with our proprietary and patented Advanced Triple Curve™ (ATC) formation. It is important to note that our single curve plate is the equivalent of what our competitors deem “multi-curve” and our ATC design is a true multi-curve plate with unique curvature at the top, bottom, and sides of the plate. At Spartan Armor Systems® we have machined custom tooling to craft our plates with a sleek curvature that conforms and wraps to your torso for enhanced ergonomics. Spartan Armor Systems®™ is proud to be the FIRST in the industry to commercially offer the triple-curved Spartan™ Omega™ AR500 Body Armor. Spartan Armor Systems®’ ATC body armor allows the operator to shoulder their weapon with the most freedom and limited discomfort. The ATC design provides a snug, comfortable fit and “hugs” the operator’s body, resulting in a significant increase in comfort and operational maneuverability. Our custom-configured CNC equipment and advanced understanding of what makes Steel Core Armor most effective has allowed us to create dies that form our body armor without any “crease” bends. Crease-bends, “work hardens” the plate, which causes a significant amount of stress to the portion of the plate being placed under load during the manufacturing process. We HIGHLY suggest when doing your research, that you ask any manufacturer under consideration if they crease bend their body armor. This process results in increased potential for plate fatigue and failure, which is why Spartan Armor Systems®™ has gone the extra mile to create this unique die process.    Chest Plate Weight (per plate):  10"x12" Plate: Base Coat 8lbs 10oz. Full Coat 9lbs 11oz. Side Plate Weight (per plate): 6×6 approximately 2lbs 1oz (base coat) or 2lbs 15oz (full coat) 6×8 approximately 3lbs 10oz (base coat) or 3lbs 14oz (full coat) Additional Spartan™ Omega™ AR500 Body Armor - Specs:  Made in U.S.A. Meets NIJ 0101.06 Level III Specifications Available in Single Curve (commonly Called "MultiCurve" by other manufacturers) or Advanced Triple Curve™  Full Coat Option Provides Fragmentation/Spall Mitigation, Base Coat Provides Corrosion Protection Only   See A Comparison of Our Full Line of Body Armor:   Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) - US Export Regulations:   Level III and IV rifle rated body armor (Rifle Plates) fall under jurisdiction of the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), and are subject to the export control laws of the US Government. Export or re-transfer of Rifle Plates by any means to any foreign end user or for any other end use, whether in the US or abroad without written approval of the US Department of Commerce or Department of State is prohibited.   The sale, transfer, transportation, or shipment outside of the US of any product prohibited or restricted for export without complying with US export control laws and regulations, including proper export licensing, documentation or authorization, is strictly prohibited and may result in civil penalties and/or constitute a federal crime. Spartan Armor Systems, TK Armor Systems, LLC will not engage in any transaction that requires the illegal export of any products and will not assist directly or indirectly with the illegal export or re-export of any products.       *******All products available on this category are sold under and branded under Spartan Armor Systems ™ The Target Man’s /Spartan Armor Systems Spartan™ Omega™ AR500 Body Armor Armor products are manufactured from genuine, lab-certified AR500 ballistic grade steel. None of the products available on this website are sourced from, sponsored or approved by, affiliated with or in any way connected with Armored Republic, LLC.     See A Comparison of Our Full Line of Body Armor:

When purchasing this package you will receive: (1) Tactical Response Laser Cut Plate Carrier (Black, Coyote Brown, OD Green). (2) 10x12 Spartan™ Omega™ AR500 Body Armor Shooters Cut Chest/Back Plates. Plate Carrier Specs: 1000 Denier Materials Light weight and Duty 1000 Denier laser Cut Molle Zippered Admin Pouch Kangaroo pouch with removable triple M4 Pouches Padded Shoulder Pads Padded Front and rear with ventilation vents Low Profile Drag Handle Molle Velcro front and rear for Identifier Patches 2-inch replaceable quick release buckles Accepts 10" x 12" Body Armor Comes with a Storage Bag Fits S to XL Constructed from lab certified Spartan™ Omega™ AR500 Body Armor, (1/4” thickness) these plates provide the operator with Level III protection IAW NIJ0101.06 standards. With all of our Spartan™ Omega™ AR500 Body Armor products, we only use ballistic LAB CERTIFIED AR500 steel! All purchases of our Spartan Armor products have current lab certificates available on request. Remember, not all body armor is created equal! Read our "FAQ" to find out more about the steel we use to construct out body armor! You have the choice of getting our Spartan™ Omega™ AR500 Body Armor formed on a continual radius die. Or with our Advanced Triple Curve ™.  Instead of bending our formed plates in 2 different locations as we used to, we have machined custom tooling to give these plates a nice curvature to best conform to the side of your torso. Spartan Armor Systems™ is proud to be the FIRST in the industry to commercially offer triple-curved Spartan™ Omega™ AR500 Body Armor. Spartan Armor Systems’ ATC™ body armor allows the operator to shoulder their weapon with the most freedom and limited discomfort. The ATC™ armor better “hugs” the operator’s body, resulting in a significant increase in comfort. Our CNC equipment capabilities have allowed us to create dies which form our body armor without any “crease” bends. Crease bends, “work hardens” the plate and causes a significant amount of stress to the portion of the plate under load. We HIGHLY suggest when doing research to ask if they crease bend their body armor. This process results in increased potential for plate fatigue and failure, which is why Spartan Armor Systems™ has gone the extra mile to create this die process.  Full Coat or Base Coat Options:  We are excited to announce our potentially “life saving” breakthrough!  The strike face for our plates is mark embedded with our Spartan logo! Both sides of these plates are coated, however, the back side only has a “courtesy coat” to protect against wear and rust. The front of the plate is lined with 1/4-3/8 of our proprietary coating, Encapsaloc ™.  The result is a plate approximately 1/2-5/8” total thickness.  See our FAQ for more information about our Encapsaloc ™ process. Due to popular demand, we have added a “base coat” only option for our AR500 armor products. The base coat option has an extremely thin layer of our fragmentation mitigation coating to aesthetically enhance the plates, and to provide corrosion resistance. This coating has minimal, if any, fragmentation mitigation capabilities.   Chest Plate Weight (per plate): 10x12 Spartan™ Omega™ AR500 Body Armor Shooters Cut: Base Coat 8lbs 10oz. Full Coat 9lbs 11oz.   Side Plate Weight (per plate): 6×6 approximately 2lbs 1oz (base coat) 2lbs 15oz (full coat), 6×8 approximately 3lbs 10oz (base coat) 3lbs 14oz (full coat).   Advanced Triple Curve™ (ATC) Spartan™ Omega™ AR500 Body Armor | Spartan Armor Systems™ With our Spartan™ Omega™ AR500 Body Armor Advanced Triple Curve™ body armor, the operator now has increased comfort. The Spartan™ Omega™ AR500 Body Armor, cut from genuine lab-certified Omega Armor, offers advanced Level III protection. We’ve taken everything in to consideration, to include ergonomics, functionality, and price point.   Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) - US Export Regulations: Level III and IV rifle rated body armor (Rifle Plates) fall under jurisdiction of the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), and are subject to the export control laws of the US Government. Export or re-transfer of Rifle Plates by any means to any foreign end user or for any other end use, whether in the US or abroad without written approval of the US Department of Commerce or Department of State is prohibited. The sale, transfer, transportation, or shipment outside of the US of any product prohibited or restricted for export without complying with US export control laws and regulations, including proper export licensing, documentation or authorization, is strictly prohibited and may result in civil penalties and/or constitute a federal crime. Spartan Armor Systems, TK Armor Systems, LLC will not engage in any transaction that requires the illegal export of any products and will not assist directly or indirectly with the illegal export or re-export of any products.   *******All products available on this category are sold under and branded under Spartan Armor Systems ™ The Target Man’s /Spartan Armor Systems Spartan™ Omega™ AR500 Body Armor products are manufactured from genuine, lab-certified AR500 ballistic grade steel. None of the products available on this website are sourced from, sponsored or approved by, affiliated with or in any way connected with Armored Republic, LLC. See A Comparison of Our Full Line of Body Armor:

SPARTAN ARMOR SYSTEMS® SENTINEL PLATE CARRIER   Product Overview The Spartan Armor Systems® Sentinel Plate Carrier is an extremely rugged, lightweight, feature-packed plate carrier that affords users a high degree of comfort and customization. Whether you are shopping for your first plate carrier or your next plate carrier, the Sentinel carrier platform allows the operator significant freedom to build and customize to fit their needs.  Ready For Anything Fitting 38” to 48” chest sizes, the Sentinel Plate Carrier is fabricated from 1000 denier fabric and fits 10"x12" shooters cut plates. Featuring anti-slip shoulder padding with velcro, side release buckles, and a highly breathable padded mesh throughout the interior for comfort the Sentinel Plate Carrier affords all-day comfort and wearability. The removable cummerbund features removable side plate pockets for both 6"x6" and 6"x8" plate armor inserts for added protection. The Spartan Armor Systems Sentinel Plate Carrier has been one of our most popular carriers with thousands having been sold to Law Enforcement Officers and Civilians alike. Spartan Armor Systems® Sentinel Plate Carrier Specs: Adjustable from 38" To 48" Chest Size Durable Emergency Drag Handle Anti-slip Shoulder Padding With Velcro Side Release Buckles On The Internal Waist Strap Padded Mesh Separators For The Interior Of The Carrier For Breathability Fits 10" X 12" Shooters Cut Plates Removable Cummerbund With Side Plate Pockets For 6" X 6" And 6" X 8" Side Plate Armor Velcro In Front Of The Carrier Is 8” X 4” With A Velcro Loop On Each Side Velcro On The Back Of The Carrier Measures 9” X 3” Stronger Carrier Material That Can Withstand Extensive Wear And Tear Over A Long Period Of Time 1000 Denier Bottom Loading Weighs Approximately 2lbs. 9oz. NOTE: This plate carrier CAN accept 6"x8" side plates. There is a flap of Velcro inside each side plate pocket that must be flipped vertically to allow for 6"x8" side plates. SPARTAN™ OMEGA™ AR500 BODY ARMOR SHOOTERS CUT SET OF TWO   Product Overview Armor befitting of a modern-day Spartan… The Spartan™ Omega™ AR500 Body Armor is sold as a pair of plates, and is constructed from ¼” thick lab certified AR500 Omega™ Armor ballistic-grade steel. Spartan Omega AR500 plates provide the operator with Level III protection in accordance with NIJ0101.06 standards. As with all other body armor sold by Spartan Armor Systems®, our Spartan™ Omega™ AR500 body armor has been independently tested and verified by an independent NIJ credentialed laboratory.    Spartan™ Omega™ AR500 Body Armor - True High-Quality Ballistic Threat Protection Not all steel core body armor is created equal! At Spartan Armor Systems® we are honored to provide our customers with the highest quality armor on the market because we understand intimately what is at stake. All Spartan™ Omega™ AR500 Body Armor products use only ballistic LAB CERTIFIED AR500 steel. All purchases of our Spartan Armor products have current lab certificates available on request, ensuring you have peace of mind when it comes to receiving the highest quality and integrity with your Spartan Armor Systems® body armor. For added peace of mind, every plate of armor sold by Spartan Armor Systems® is serialized allowing it to be easily tracked back to the original plate of steel it was cut from should there be any question as to its ballistic properties. Don’t settle for sub-standard, ineffective, low-quality steel armor - your life may depend on it. Read our "FAQ" to learn more about the extensive testing and quality assurance all Spartan™ Omega™ AR500 Body Armor is subjected to and to learn about the quality of steel we use to construct our body armor!   Laser Cut to Protect Ballistic Integrity All steel core body armor is cut and shaped after the ballistic properties have been formulated within the steel. While other steel body armor manufacturers commonly use plasma torch cutting that applies excessive heat (25,000 ˚C / 45,000 ˚F) to a wide portion of the steel plate, Spartan Armor Systems® only utilizes laser cutting to protect the ballistic integrity throughout the entirety of each steel core body armor plate we manufacture. Plasma cutting also requires grinding to clean up the edges after the fact, resulting in increased heat and possible fatigue. At Spartan Armor Systems®, we maintain the highest production integrity and quality standards every step of the way for our customers because we know what is at stake.    IMPORTANT NOTE: The base coat option only provides protection against corrosion and offers little to no fragmentation/spall mitigation. Should you choose to select base coat plates, please consider adding our Spall Containment Sleeve (sold separately) as a means of fragmentation mitigation.    Exceptional Comfort & Engineering You have the choice of getting our Spartan™ Omega™ AR500 Body Armor formed on a continual radius die (single curve) or with our proprietary and patented Advanced Triple Curve™ (ATC) formation. It is important to note that our single curve plate is the equivalent of what our competitors deem “multi-curve” and our ATC design is a true multi-curve plate with unique curvature at the top, bottom, and sides of the plate. At Spartan Armor Systems® we have machined custom tooling to craft our plates with a sleek curvature that conforms and wraps to your torso for enhanced ergonomics. Spartan Armor Systems®™ is proud to be the FIRST in the industry to commercially offer the triple-curved Spartan™ Omega™ AR500 Body Armor. Spartan Armor Systems®’ ATC body armor allows the operator to shoulder their weapon with the most freedom and limited discomfort. The ATC design provides a snug, comfortable fit and “hugs” the operator’s body, resulting in a significant increase in comfort and operational maneuverability. Our custom-configured CNC equipment and advanced understanding of what makes Steel Core Armor most effective has allowed us to create dies that form our body armor without any “crease” bends. Crease-bends, “work hardens” the plate, which causes a significant amount of stress to the portion of the plate being placed under load during the manufacturing process. We HIGHLY suggest when doing your research, that you ask any manufacturer under consideration if they crease bend their body armor. This process results in increased potential for plate fatigue and failure, which is why Spartan Armor Systems®™ has gone the extra mile to create this unique die process.    Chest Plate Weight (per plate):  10"x12" Plate: Base Coat 8lbs 10oz. Side Plate Weight (per plate):  6×6 approximately 2lbs 1oz (base coat)   Additional Spartan™ Omega™ AR500 Body Armor - Specs:  Made in U.S.A. Meets NIJ 0101.06 Level III Specifications Available in Single Curve (commonly Called "MultiCurve" by other manufacturers) or Advanced Triple Curve™  Full Coat Option Provides Fragmentation/Spall Mitigation, Base Coat Provides Corrosion Protection Only   See A Comparison of Our Full Line of Body Armor:   Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) - US Export Regulations:   Level III and IV rifle rated body armor (Rifle Plates) fall under jurisdiction of the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), and are subject to the export control laws of the US Government. Export or re-transfer of Rifle Plates by any means to any foreign end user or for any other end use, whether in the US or abroad without written approval of the US Department of Commerce or Department of State is prohibited.   The sale, transfer, transportation, or shipment outside of the US of any product prohibited or restricted for export without complying with US export control laws and regulations, including proper export licensing, documentation or authorization, is strictly prohibited and may result in civil penalties and/or constitute a federal crime. Spartan Armor Systems, TK Armor Systems, LLC will not engage in any transaction that requires the illegal export of any products and will not assist directly or indirectly with the illegal export or re-export of any products.       *******All products available on this category are sold under and branded under Spartan Armor Systems ™ The Target Man’s /Spartan Armor Systems Spartan™ Omega™ AR500 Body Armor Armor products are manufactured from genuine, lab-certified AR500 ballistic grade steel. None of the products available on this website are sourced from, sponsored or approved by, affiliated with or in any way connected with Armored Republic, LLC.

Spartan AR550 Body Armor and Sentinel Plate Carrier Package Fits 38" to 48" chest size Durable emergency drag handle Anti-Slip shoulder padding w/ velcro Side release buckles on internal waist strap Padded mesh separators for the interior of carrier for breathability Removable cummerbund with side plate pockets for 6x6 and 6x8 side plate armor NOTE: This plate carrier CAN accept 6"x8" side plates. There is a flap of Velcro inside each side plate pocket that must be flipped vertically to allow for 6"x8" side plates! Velcro in front of the Carrier is 8x4 Velcro on the back of the Carrier is 9x3 Stronger carrier material that can withstand through wear and tear over a long period of time 1000 denier Bottom loading By purchasing you will receive: Set of Two 10x12 AR550 Body Armor Single Curve, Full Coat Set of Two AR550 Side Plates Base Coat One Sentinel Plate Carrier (your choice in color) Level III+ Side Plates:   6″ x 6″  Chest Plate Weight (per plate):   10x12 AR550 Shooters Cut Full Coat: 8lbs 10oz. Side Plate Weight (per plate):    6×6 approximately 2lbs 9oz (base coat) Thickness:   .25″ AR550 Spartan Armor Systems AR550 Level III+ Armor NIJ Certified with Spartan Sentinel Plate Carrier Package includes both front and back AR550 shooters cut steel armor plates with a single curve, with full coat of Encapsuloc™ anti-fragmentation coating, two 6x6 side plates (base coat) and Spartan Sentinel Plate Carrier. Why Are Your AR550 Single Curve Full Coat Plates Labeled as Level III?  Spartan AR550 Single Curve, Full Coat body armor plates are labeled as level III on the back of the plate as the National Institute of Justice (NIJ) does not currently have a level III+ rating. Level III+ indicates special threat testing and was created by the body armor industry to fill the void between NIJ 0101.06 level III and NIJ level IV, specifically to account for high velocity penetrator rounds such as M855 (aka green tips). While Spartan AR550 single curve full coat plates are certified as NIJ level III, rest assured they are made from AR550 ballistic steel and have been special threat tested to level III+. Quite simply, the NIJ requires that we label AR550 single curve full coat plates as level III even though they are capable of higher ballistic protection. Spartan AR550 Body Armor and Sentinel Plate Carrier Package Fits 38" to 48" chest size Durable emergency drag handle Anti-Slip shoulder padding w/ velcro Side release buckles on internal waist strap Padded mesh separators for the interior of carrier for breathability Removable cummerbund with side plate pockets for 6x6 and 6x8 side plate armor NOTE: This plate carrier CAN accept 6"x8" side plates. There is a flap of Velcro inside each side plate pocket that must be flipped vertically to allow for 6"x8" side plates! Velcro in front of the Carrier is 8x4 Velcro on the back of the Carrier is 9x3 Stronger carrier material that can withstand through wear and tear over a long period of time 1000 denier Bottom loading By purchasing you will receive: Set of Two 10x12 AR550 Body Armor Single Curve, Full Coat Set of Two AR550 Side Plates Base Coat One Sentinel Plate Carrier (your choice in color) Buy Body Armor - Level III+ Spartan AR550 Armor We’ve taken our Level III Body Armor to a NEW level! Spartan Armor Systems™ is pleased to introduce our AR550 Body Armor!  With a 10% increase in ballistic core hardness, our level III+ AR550 armor defeats higher velocity threats such as XM193, M855, and M80! We’re special rifle threat validated! Our AR550 body armor is NIJ level III rated but has undergone special threat testing to achieve a level III+ rating, click here to learn more. NIJ Certification applies to AR550 Shooters and Swimmers Cut Single Curve Full Coat armor plates. Note: AR550 side plates are NIJ compliant, are not NIJ certified.  Our AR550 armor hits the “sweet spot” in the Brinnell Hardness (BHN) range. With a core hardness of approximately 545-560 BHN, we have found our  ballistically rated variant of AR550 that we use is perfect for defeating higher velocity threats, while not exposing the armor plate to extreme stress due to forming. Our AR550 Level III+ armor has our GEN2 lower cut radius. With a 10% increase in core hardness, this ballistic grade steel is much harder than AR500, but not too hard to cause severe stress while forming. With higher velocity rifle threats commonly present throughout the United States, we’ve developed this AR550 armor to specifically defeat some common threats such as 5.56 x 45 XM193, 5.56 x 45 M855 /SS109 and 7.62 x 51 (.308 Winchester) at a rated velocity of 3,100 fps or less. Additionally, we’ve successfully defeated these threat profiles from Close Quarters Battle (CQB) distances…repeatedly! Level III+ Side Plates:   6″ x 6″  Chest Plate Weight (per plate):   10x12 AR550 Shooters Cut Full Coat: 8lbs 10oz. Side Plate Weight (per plate):    6×6 approximately 2lbs 9oz (base coat) Thickness:   .25″ AR550