Maximize Coverage and Comfort with the Testudo Gen 2

The Testudo Gen 2 Plate Carrier provides a tight fit and plenty of space for everything you’ll want in a full tactical loadout. It remains a favorite in the industry for its fully adjustable cummerbund, comfortable padding, and a generous amount of PALS webbing for attaching magazines, medical kits, and other accessories. It also features side plate pockets for extra coverage and the ability to carry all standard plate sizes (11″ x 14″ and smaller).

Inspired by the Roman Testudo Formation

In 36 BC, the historian Plutarch gave the first description of the Roman Army?s formidable Testudo formation. It consisted of a group of soldiers tightly packed, with shields held in front and above, so that nothing could penetrate the advancing unit. The Testudo Gen 2 Carrier takes that vision and applies it to personal body armor: Having formidable protection by maximizing coverage.

Built for Durability and Comfort

The Testudo is made mostly of 500D Nylon, with bar tacks reinforcing all stress points and PALS webbing covering the outside for attaching your MOLLE-compatible pouches, holsters, and accessories. The generous padding also prevents chafing, making for an armor setup that’s easy to wear for long periods of time. The adjustable shoulder straps, made of nylon, also help you fit the carrier as the low offset makes the rear plate pocket ride at the proper height.

Fully Adjustable Cummerbund for a Custom Fit

One of the biggest advantages of the Testudo is its cummerbund: A sash around the lower half of the carrier that both gives you side-plate pockets for extra armor and gives you full adjustability to tighten the carrier to a perfect fit. This adjustability makes the Testudo more than a “one-size-fits-all” solution since the size itself can be changed to best suit you.

Thin, Lightweight, and Powerful Defense

The A2 body armor from Armored Republic is thin, low-profile, and low-weight- giving you maximum mobility without compromising stopping power. This curved armor plate has our durable FragLock™ coating and is especially mobile at just 5.5 pounds with a thickness of 0.26″. Made with a custom steel alloy blend, this level 3 plus protection defeats all pistols and most rifles, including 5.56 M193 and M855 at speeds of up to 3,000 FPS. Guarantee yourself flexibility on the mission with next-level protection.Whether you’re looking for something comfortable for long hours on duty, or something lightweight to be able to keep up with fast-paced action on the field, the lightweight A2 – Alloy Body Armor from Armored Republic has you covered.

Multi-Hit Capability

Tested to go above and beyond NIJ level 3 standards, the curved, shooters cut A2 armor plate is level 3+ rated to defeat all pistols and most rifle ammunition, including 5.56×45 M193, 5.56×45 M855/SS109 at 3,000 FPS as well as AK-47 rounds (7.62×39) and .308 (7.62×51 M80 NATO Ball) at 2,850 FPS. Also, thanks to the custom steel alloy blend, it is able to protect against several hits without shattering or breaking like ceramic or polyethylene would. It also provides the same protection on the edges as it does in the center, giving you true edge-to-edge coverage.

Ultimate Flexibility in Medical Pouch Design

Medical pouches typically fall into general-purpose, tear-away, or expandable pouch designs. The Armored Republic Quick Detachment and Deployable (QD) IFAK combine the best of all worlds with multi-stage deployment and a tear-away feature, mounting to your plate carrier, cummerbund, or any webbed surface and allowing full access to your medical kit immediately.

External Features and Accessibility

Convenient and Secure Mounting Options: The QD IFAK exterior boasts front and side webbing for easy mounting and immediate access to your tourniquet, along with a standard Velcro® patch panel. The mounting panel includes a Trauma Shear retention strap and mounting guides, ensuring your essential tools are within reach when seconds count.

Multi-Stage Deployment for Rapid Response

Middle Stage and Full Deployment: Once deployed from the closed position, the pouch folds out into a “middle stage” allowing rapid access to your trauma components. The further expansion releases your tear-away medical platform to full length, creating an organized and retained display of your IFAK components. The entire platform can be quickly detached in either compact or expanded form for use anywhere your situation requires.

Customizable Interior for Efficient Organization

Organize by Medical Need: Durable elastic is spaced and sized according to a wide array of common medical and trauma supplies for easy customization and layout. Sections can be organized for medical situations such as Bleeding, Breathing, and Burns, making it easy to find what you need in a high-stress situation.

Built to Last in the Toughest Environments

Durable Construction with Heavy-Duty Stitching: Constructed from genuine 500D Cordura Nylon and reinforced with heavy-duty Bar-Tack stitching on all webbing, the QD IFAK is built to withstand harsh conditions. Includes two MALICE CLIPS® for attaching to your MOLLE-compatible platform, ensuring secure attachment and easy accessibility.

Secure and Convenient Access to Life-Saving Equipment

The AR Tourniquet Pouch from Armored Republic provides a reliable and easily accessible way to carry your SOF-T, CAT, or similarly sized tourniquet. Whether you carry a firearm for work, self-defense, or recreational shooting, having a tourniquet on hand, and knowing how to use it, can be the difference between life and death in an emergency.

Quick and Efficient Deployment

One-Handed Operation for Rapid Response: In a life-threatening situation, every second counts. The AR Tourniquet Pouch features a quick-extract design that allows for one-handed operation. Simply pull on the red cord loop, and the tourniquet is swiftly extracted via a strip of webbing that holds it securely in place, ensuring you can access it quickly when you need it most.

Versatile Mounting Options

Attach to MOLLE Gear or Wear on Your Belt: This tourniquet pouch is designed for versatility and convenience. It can be securely attached to any MOLLE-compatible platform using the included MALICE CLIP®, making it an excellent addition to your plate carrier, backpack, or chest rig. Alternatively, it can be worn on your belt either vertically or horizontally by threading your belt through the first and last MOLLE attachment webbing, ensuring it stays within easy reach at all times.

Built for Durability

Made from Genuine 500D Cordura: Constructed from high-quality 500D Cordura, the AR Tourniquet Pouch is built to withstand the toughest environments. Its rugged design ensures that your tourniquet is protected and ready to use, no matter the conditions.