INDUSTRY LEADING FEATURES:
Our level III (3) plate is superior to the competitors level III+ (3+). It weighs half as much as our competitors level III+ (3+) AR armor. All while being able to absorb impact shrapnel, lower cost, and stop all of the most common assault rifles.
BALLISTIC RESISTANCE:
NIJ level III plates are tested to stop 5.56x45mm and 7.62x39mm FMJ lead core and hollow point rifle ammunition from common rifles like the AK-47 and AR-15. The plates also protect against 9mm, 10mm, .45cal, .40cal, .380, .38 Special, and lesser calibers.
TESTING PROCEDURE:
Our testers go above and beyond the NIJ requirement for ballistic resistance by firing multiple 5.56x45mm and 7.62x39mm FMJ lead core and hollow point rounds as well as 7.62x51mm/.308.
CERTIFICATION:
Each plate comes with a QR coded label to its certification sheet. It will show tested ammunition, angles, back-face deformation, distances, and more. Independent Testing Certification
Features
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Ergonomic: Curved to match your body shape. The real ergonomic cut allows full movement and action. This plate allows for easy shouldering of a weapon, and unobstructed aiming of a pistol.
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Safer: Other plates on the market force shrapnel at and around the wearer when hit with a bullet. Our plates absorb bullets and shrapnel at you for increased safety.
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NIJ III Rated: Complies with NIJ Level III under standard 0101.06. Blocks and stops various sniper, pistol, assault rifles, airgun rounds. Best thing to have in a life or death situation. Two plate purchase is recommended for vests and clothing to cover both front and back areas.
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Better Than IIIA (3): Stops various AR-15 with 5.56 & AK-47 with 7.62 & more, see description. It also provides protection against knives and other melee weapons. Military-grade PEAD™ and ceramic mil-spec plating. Tried and tested to stop multiple rounds from various weapons.
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Legal Travel: TSA & airplane safe. Certified NIJ level 3 stand-alone ceramic protection with PEAD™ backing (better than IIIA (3A)) that can be used during airline travel too.
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Half The Weight: Our plates weigh less than half as much as standard AR steel body armor plates with ours weighing in around 5-6 pounds compared to AR steel at nearly 10 pounds.
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Low-Visibility: Fabrics and paints that enable greater stealth in dark environments.
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Built With: Fire, water and dust-resistant materials.
Specs
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WEIGHT (10″x12″): 5.1 pounds / 2.3 kg
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WEIGHT (11″x14″): 6.2 pounds / 2.8 kg
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MATERIAL: Military-grade ceramic and PEAD™ (polyethylene)
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SIZES: Two sizes – 10x12x0.9 in (25x30x2.3 cm) or 11x14x0.9 in (27x35x2.3 cm)
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COMPLIES WITH: NIJ level III (3) under standard 0101.06
In The Box
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NIJ level III PE ballistic plate (Equal to commercial III+ plates)
Frequently Asked Questions About Bulletproof Clothing
HOW IS THIS BALLISTIC PLATE DIFFERENT FROM THE COMPETITION?
Our ballistic plates provide industry-leading protection and mobility. While most manufacturers stop testing at the NIJ requirement, we test plates to outperform the NIJ’s standards by testing them against 7.62mm FMJ, .357 SIG, .44 Magnum, 9mm, .40 S&W, and other common calibers. The compact design and ergonomic shape give you the mobility to reach safety in life-or-death situations.
IS THIS A LEVEL 3 STANDALONE PLATE OR ICW PLATE?
Level 3 Standalone. This means that it can stop up to 5.56×45 FMJ, 9mm, .44 Magnum,7.62×39 FMJ, etc. by itself and without extra armor needing to be placed behind it.
WHAT DOES NIJ LEVEL III MEAN?
The National Institute of Justice (NIJ) sets precise standards for bulletproof armor’s performance. Body armor plates fall into one of five categories depending on the types of rounds they can stop and the speed they travel. While Levels IIA, II and IIA describe soft body armor, Level III is the first type of hard body armor and the second-highest overall.
In order to achieve Level III under NIJ standard 0101.06 for Ballistic Resistance of Body Armor, a plate must stop a 7.62 NATO at a depth no greater than 44 mm. These bullets travel between 2,750 fps and 2,810 fps. The plate must be in a condition state at the time of the test, rather than brand new.
At Atomic Defense, our tests go beyond the requirements for NIJ Level III. We fire numerous qualifying rounds into each plate we test to verify how many it can withstand before failing. Our NIJ III AR-15 and AK-47 Bulletproof Armor will protect you through multiple hits, making it capable of saving your life under rifle fire.
WHY CERAMIC BODY ARMOR PLATES FROM ATOMIC DEFENSE?
Ceramic body armor is some of the strongest available, popularizing it among police and military forces. The lightweight bulletproof material withstands rifle bullets as reliably as steel. You can insert armor plates into a carrier vest’s front and back pockets and remove or change them for your needs. Armor plates also fit well in purses and other personal bags.
At Atomic Defense, we improve ceramic body armor by augmenting it with PE plastic. The combination of MIL-SPEC ceramic and PE creates armor plating that lasts through multiple shots.
HOW DO I CHOOSE THE RIGHT CARRIER FOR MY PLATE?
You can match your NIJ III AR-15 and AK-47 Bulletproof Armor with a plate carrier vest from Atomic Defense. Keep in mind that we carry two vest sizes for our two plate sizes. These plates fit with 10×12 carriers. A customer representative can help you understand our size options and more, so contact us online before you order.
I ordered this plate to insert in my son’s backpack. The sales rep was super helpful with recommendations on the type of backpack I needed with extra compartments for this shield, and was also more than willing to help me with sizing. The product is great and so is the company. Thanks for keeping my kids safe in a world of madness.
Hi Mary – Plates look exactly as expected … and complimentary carrier is much appreciated. Will highly recommend. Thanks, David
I looked at both types of armour type 2 and 3. I found alot of the 2 that was priced similarly to the NIJ III armour. So this is clearly priced well for this better version of the armour that will cover all the way to up to AR15 rounds.
I feel that this is a good shield. Fits right in the pouch that is was designed for. I feel safer having this shield. I am curious how you get out on your free teacher list. I saw on your site that you donate one to a teacher when someone buys one. I am a special education teacher and would like to be put on that list if possible. I thank you.
Hope she never has to use it, but good to have
You really can’t go wrong for the price of these plates and Atomic defense’s quality with all of the questionably cheap and unreliable products out there. Go with a known maker and make sure they’re domestic like Atomic is. They’re a Fresno CA company.
Plates arrived quickly. They were in great condition.
Excellent craftsmanship and shipping time. This is a fantastic company – I highly recommend!
I’m very impressed with this company and with the product five stars all the way a+
Atomic Defense is fantastic. I purchased a helmet as well and it is amazing. I hope I never need the armor but its nice to have just in case. Its extremely lightweight for the protection it offers.
These plates are great! They are so much lighter than the steel plates that I have! The price is very good also! Thank you very much, very satisfied! Keep up the good work Atomic defense!
This company was quick to get my Bulletproof Armor shield that fit PERFECTLY in my b.o.b. I am very pleased with the speed it arrived, the quality of their product, and the cost is minimal compared to what I’ve paid in the past for similar items from other companies. As a former Armed Security Officer I had to keep my equipment up to par. Keep up the exceptional quality of your work and your products! Peace.
One of the best experience. Great company. Arrived fast and certainly impressed with the construction and material.
I bought bulletproof Vest & NIJ III AR-15 and AK-47 Bulletproof Armor for both my wife and myself. Product came within a week. No complaints.
Armor was easy to order and arrived quickly. Armor plates fit very well in vest carrier pouches. Snug and fits close to chest. Lighter weight than level 4 plate and easier to wear for longer periods. Price is good. Given all the chaos out there, if you need a vest I would buy at least one level 3 armor plate for the front of the vest. Think of it as life insurance you hope you never need.. Stay safe out there.
I do not work for Atomic Defense. This review is my own opinion. I wear my vest concealed under loose shirts ( trying not to attract attention ). I own both the NIJ 3 and NIJ 4 armor plates. Both plates will stop AR-15 and AK-47 rounds such as the rifles carried by the “peaceful” protestors of BLM. You can shoulder a weapon while wearing a vest using either insert. The NIJ 3 is easier. The NIJ 4 plate will cover more of you than the NIJ3. The NIJ 3 is lighter by about 1/2 lb. SUGGESTIONS: If I’m moving around all day, climbing in-and-out of cars, climbing, etc I choose the NIJ 3 inserts. If I’m in an area of “peaceful” protestors who are carrying rifles, I wear the NIJ 4 insert up front. I pray I won’t have to prove this armor.
I just wanted to say that Atomic Defense was extremely attentive in making sure my order arrived on time and kept me updated, I can only highly recommend them! As for their products, the quality is exceptional, all in all a great company!
I am happy with my protective insert. Fits well into my carrier, as well as in the area in my rucksack. I will continue to do more business!
Certified for more by me!
Edges looked like they would peel in the pictures. Happy to say I haven’t had that for the 2 years I’ve had these plates.
I got this on Amazon when they were selling them there and it is the best damn plate I’ve tested. Ian G is right and I agree with him
Well made and good
I bought some insert panels from another company, {Redacted by Website}, and they were horridly heavy, too heavy for my daughter to even think about using. This one was less than 5 lbs and closer to 4 lbs in my opinion and is by far the best I’ve tried.
bought one a few weeks ago and just tested it yesterday it easily handled a .308 two 30-06 multiple .556 multiple 32-20 9mm and .40 both 20 and 12 gauge and some .22 without failing by far the most impressive thing i have ever seen
Good products. Wish there were other colors. But black is black lol
Same as everyone else said. Very good
Stopped everything during my testing here in the USA.
They used to be on amazon and this was where i got mine before writing this review. Amazon removed all of the gun related things from their site, and this too for some reason… So, just get it here.
