#1 Selling Armor Kit in America.
Tough. Reliable. Forged in Fire.
- The Testudo is America’s favorite plate carrier vest.
- Its cummerbund helps distribute weight and fits better.
- Padded for extra comfort, compression resistance.
- One Size Fits All. Can hold 10×12″ or 11×14″ plates.
- Also comes with Side Plate Pouches.
- The AR500 Heritage Plate is the Most Tested Armor Ever.
- Every batch is lab tested.
- Stops M80 Ball & M855 Green Tip (speeds listed below).
- Extreme multi-hit, edge-to-edge protection.
- Add the Build-Up Coat for improved protection against bullet fragmentation.
- The Base Coat redirects away. The Build-Up Coat captures.
- Keep reloads close at hand with the Rifle and Pistol mag pouches.
- Holds up to four 5.56 magazines and two pistol mag pouches of any caliber.
- Rifle mag pouches can also hold two .308 or AK-47 mags.
- Holds up to four 5.56 magazines and two pistol mag pouches of any caliber.
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Product details
The Testudo Gen 2 Plate Carrier
| Weight | 3.6 lbs |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | N/A |
| Color |
Black ,Coyote ,Ranger Green ,Woodland |
Heritage - Level III AR500 Steel Body Armor
| Weight | 8.5 lbs |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 0.34 × 0.34 in |
| Armor Form |
Curved , |
| Fraglock Coating |
Base Coat ,Build Up |
Rifle Magazine Pouches
| Weight | 0.1875 lbs |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 1 × 8.5 × 4 in |
| Color |
Black ,Black Multicam ,Coyote ,Multicam ,Ranger Green ,Woodland , |
| Pouch Type |
Single , , |
Pistol Magazine Pouches
| Weight | N/A |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | N/A |
| Color |
Black ,Black Multicam ,Coyote ,Multicam ,Ranger Green ,Woodland , |
| Pouch Type |
Single , , |
Trauma Pad
| Weight | N/A |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | N/A |
| Size |
10" x 12" , , , , , |
Description
The Testudo Gen 2 is the best-selling carrier in the world for civilians: a one-stop solution for the coverage and utility most people need.
Size plays a major role in the Testudo’s appeal; hardly anyone has ever found the Testudo too small. This is because of its large cummerbund and large plate pockets. This design takes inspiration from the MBAV, a military-issue carrier with an even wider profile. In the generations since then, the Testudo’s design has gotten slicker, but at heart it remains a maximalist retro setup. While large, however, the Testudo’s cummerbund can also accommodate smaller frames. The velcro ends and shock cord adjustments cover a wide size range.
Beyond body type compatibility, coverage is also a major asset for many people. The Testudo is the only carrier of the lineup that can accommodate the larger 11×14” plate size. Its cummerbund can also carry side plates and soft armor wraparound panels. Not everyone desires this level of coverage, but many do. With the Testudo, it’s always an option.
The Multi-Caliber Rifle Magazine Single Pouch accommodates all common rifle magazines and is capable of accommodating magazines such as 5.56×45 (.223), 7.62×39 AK, or 7.62×51 NATO (.308 Winchester). This particular bundle comes with two of these pouches. Double-stack capable for 5.56 magazines.
Each pouch of the Multi-Caliber Pistol Magazine Pouch accommodate all common pistol magazines, in single or double stack form, from .22LR to .50AE and everything in between, including Five-Seven.
The Trauma Pads are a non-newtonian material that absorbs compressive force to mitigate the blunt impact that otherwise causes secondary injuries after an incoming bullet is stopped.
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