Buy One Get One Free – PLUS Free Trauma Pads
BALLISTIC RATING: LEVEL III
- 5.56 M855 AT 3,000 FPS
- .308 M80 BALL AT 2,800 FPS
- 5.56 M193 BALL AT 2,800 FPS
MATERIAL: PREMIUM AR500 STEEL
- WEIGHT: 8.5 LBS
- THICKNESS: 0.34″
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Armored Republic makes all body armor in-house with orders subject to production and processing times. In-stock items typically ship in 5-10 business days, while custom items follow specific lead times. All orders ship FedEx with 2-5 day delivery. Most items can be returned within 30 days if in new condition with original tags, though some products like medical supplies and ceramic armor are non-returnable.
For optimal performance and longevity of your protective gear, follow proper storage and maintenance guidelines. Keep items clean and dry, store at room temperature away from direct sunlight, and regularly inspect for any signs of wear. Check our Knowledge Base for detailed product care instructions and maintenance tips.
Product details
| Weight | 8.5 lbs |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 0.34 × 0.34 in |
| Armor Form |
Curved , |
| Fraglock Coating |
Base Coat ,Build Up |
| Weight | N/A |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | N/A |
| Size |
10" x 12" , , , , , |
Description
The Heritage Level III Armor Plate is our oldest, best-selling armor type.
Stops M855 Green Tip + .308 M80 Ball.
Multi-hit, edge-to-edge protection.
20-year shelf life.
Bullet frag mitigation via AR’s custom FragLock coating:
The Base Coat redirects fragmentation outward. The Build-Up Coat captures it near entirely.
There are more videos testing this plate than any other in the industry.
Material: AR500 steel alloy blend, with FragLock™ Coating
Protection: 7.62 mm FMJ, steel-jacketed bullets (U.S. Military designation M80) with a specified mass of 9.6 g (147gr) and a velocity of 2,780 ft/s (+/- 30 ft/s). Special threat tested to stop 5.56mm M855/SS109 (Green Tip) at a velocity of 2,780 FPS.
Capability: Edge-to-edge multi-hit protection
Form: Flat or Curved
Dimensions: 9.5″ x 12.5″
Weight: 8.5 lbs
Thickness: 0.34″
Shelf life: 20 years
Manufactured: United States
Designed to be worn behind your body armor, Trauma Pads reduce the amount of energy transferred to your body, reducing chance of blunt force-related injuries through your armor.
Compatible with body armor from Armored Republic and most other armor systems and plate carriers.
Trauma pads are non-ballistic and offer no increase in ballistic protection.

