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NIJ Level III+ Body Armor Plate | ESAPI | Light-weight
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Ships for FREE from Clovis, California
Typically ships in 1-3 business days, unless delays are shown below. Orders ship as soon as possible.
The 11x14 level 3+ (22% lighter) and 11x14 level 4 options are on backorder for 14-30 days. All other options are available for immediate shipping. Order today to reserve yours.
These standalone armor plates are made of solid PE. This means they are so light, they even float in water and weigh half as much as level III+ steel plates while safely stopping bullets from pistols, AR-15s, and AK-47s. Not only are these plates lighter than steel plates, but they are also more effective at stopping bullets and they are safer. Steel plates can cause bullets to ricochet or shatter and produce shrapnel, while our PE plates are designed to deform bullets in a safer manner and completely absorb each bullet. These Level III ballistic plates offer the best protection that withstands rifle rounds and any lesser ammunition. The compact construction allows these plates to slide into any backpack or purse as well as the correct carrier vest for the size. Level III Body Armor Plates are effective and easy to use. We recommend ordering two plates — one for the chest and another for the back.
INDUSTRY-LEADING FEATURES: A lightweight build with ergonomic construction. The lightest plate that exceeds NIJ III standards. Not only stopping 7.62 but also 5.56! Making it level III+ by current industry standards.
BALLISTIC RESISTANCE: Our Standalone 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 many other calibers.
TESTING PROCEDURE:Our product testers and lab 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. Our III+ designation highlights that our plates are tested above and beyond the NIJ requirement.
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
ERGONOMIC:Curved to match your body shape. The real ESAPI shooter's cut and body curve allow accurate shooting and arm movement.
LEGAL TRAVEL:TSA & airplane safe. Level 3 standalone polyethylene protection (better than IIIA or 3A) that can be used during airline travel too.
NIJ III RATED:Blocks and stops various sniper, pistol, assault rifles, and airgun rounds. The best thing to have in a life or death situation. Two plate purchase is recommended for vests and clothing to cover both the front and back areas.
BETTER THAN IIIA & KEVLAR:Stops various AR-15 with 5.56 & AK-47 with 7.62 & more, see description. Military-grade PEAD™mil-spec plating. Tried and tested to stop multiple fully-automatic rounds from various weapons.
STRONGER THAN STEEL: Our PEAD™ (Polyethylene) UHMWPE features a molecular strength that is several times stronger than steel. Allowing it to outperform steel, be safer, more reliable, last longer, and weigh less.
LOW-VISIBILITY: Painted for optimal stealth in low-light environments
BUILT WITH: Fire, water, and dust-resistant materials.
SIZES:Two sizes - 10x12x0.9 in (25x30x2.3 cm) or 11x14x0.9 in (27x35x2.3 cm)
COMPLIES WITH: NIJ level III (3) under standard 0101.06, VPAM PM 6, TR SK2/PM5, HOSDB HG3, RF1, and SG3, GOST Class 5, GOST BR4.
In the Box
NIJ level III bulletproof plate (Equal to commercial III+ plates)
FAQ
How Are These Insert Panels Different From the Competition?
Wear our Level III insert panels for nearly indestructible armor with support from MIL-SPEC polyethylene plating and an all-weather coating. Many Level III plates and vests feature ceramic alone, this premium plate uses over 100 highly compressed PEAD™ layers. This enables us to construct lightweight and comfortable armor that performs above NIJ requirements.
We take our Level III bulletproof plates a step beyond other options in the category by constructing them with only expensive PEAD™ material. As a result, these Level III plates are stronger and lighter than Kevlar or steel will ever be — an excellent combination of protection and mobility.
Is this a PEAD Level 3 (III) Standalone Plate or ICW Plate?
Level 3 Standalone. This means that it can stop up to 5.56x45 FMJ, 9mm, .44 Magnum,7.62x39 FMJ, etc. by itself and without extra armor needing to be placed behind it.
Why PEAD Armor Plates?
PEAD UHMWPE (PE) is among the most effective materials for bulletproof plates. When a bullet makes contact with the plastic coating, the resulting friction causes it to melt. Heat softens the plate, enabling it to absorb the bullet's energy and disperse it around the plate. The surface cools and hardens again to contain the bullet. The absorption and cooling processes limit the area the bullet can affect, allowing a PEAD vest or plate to withstand countless and multiple hits before breaking.
What Is NIJ Level III Body Armor?
The NIJ III Bulletproof Inserts comply with theNational Institute of Justice's (NIJ) standard 0101.06 for body armor. Under this standard, body armor must keep backface deformation to 44mm or less. There are five categories, and Level III is the third highest and the first to resist and stop the most common rifle bullets. All of our level III/3 armor stops up to 5.56x45 FMJ and JHP and the NIJ 7.62 standard ammunition.
A Level III armor plate can stop a 7.62x51 mm NATO FMJ, steel-jacketed bullet at speeds between 2,850 and 2,910 fps. Vests undergo testing in a conditioned state, rather than brand-new. Atomic Defense tests Level III plates to ensure they withstand multiple 7.62x51 mm NATO FMJ steel-jacketed hits, exceeding NIJ requirements to better protect you.
Level III armor offers safety against serious threats, making it an appropriate defense tool. Various common rifle calibers like 7.62x51 mm NATO FMJ rounds. Choose Level III ballistic plates for your carrier vest or personal bag for military-level bullet resistance when you need it.
What Is the Difference Between NIJ Level III and III+ Plates?
The NIJ standard 0101.06 for the ballistic resistance of body armor categorizes body armor into five categories: IIA, II, IIIA, III, and IV. The big difference between NIJ level III and III+ plates is that the “III+” terminology isn't a recognized level by the NIJ. Most companies' level III armor will only stop 7.62x39 FMJ. However, all Atomic Defense level III armor will stop 7.62x39 FMJ AND 5.56x45 FMJ and JHP.
Order NIJ III Bulletproof Inserts from Atomic Defense for free shipping and a competitive price.
National Institute of Justice (NIJ) Armor Ratings
Level
Weapon
Caliber
Weight (G)
Range (FFT/S)
Speed (M/S)
# Shots
1
.22LR
2.6
1050 ± 40
320 ± 12
2A
9mm Luger
8.0
1250 ± 50
332 ± 12
2
.357 Magnum
10.2
1395 ± 15
424 ± 15
3A
.44 Magnum
15.55
1400 ± 50
426 ± 15
3
7.62mm and .308 calibers / Winchester
9.7
2750 ± 50
838 ± 15
4
.30-06 / Armor Piercing
10.8
2850 ± 50
868 ± 15
Exchange and Return Policy
We are a Small Business: We do the most we can to help with return costs, but we are not Amazon and cannot take hits or losses like Amazon.
Lifetime Warranty: Atomic Defense will always stand behind our products. Our lifetime warranty covers any defects and ensures that you never need to worry about parts or the quality of your orders for the entire life of the product.
Wrong Items: Atomic Defense takes pictures of orders before they are packaged and shipped. We pay for return, recertification and exchange shipping costs if we ever make a mistake on your orders.
Rules for Returns: We may deduct refurbishing costs, plus materials and labor, of used products or modified products. This includes, but is not limited to; products with residue, smells, scratches, missing parts, debris, dents and damage. **We reserve the right to refuse returns.
Packaging: Ensure returns are packaged safely with thick padding on all six sides. Failure to correctly package returns may damage products and will be deducted from Buyer's account.
Visit our return portal to begin the self-serve return/exchange process.
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General Products:
Must be within 30 days of package delivery.
No need to purchase a shipping label! Atomic Defense will give you a pre-paid one.
Ballistic and Bulletproof Products:
Most companies will not accept any returns on ballistic or bulletproof items. We offer recertification as a courtesy.
Must be within 30 days of package delivery.
No need to purchase a shipping label! Atomic Defense will give you a pre-paid one.
A re-certification cost of 20% applies to returns of ballistic and bulletproof products.
The 20% recertification covers the cost of ensuring the armor is safe. Usually starting with X-Raying the armor for cracks underneath the coating, inspection for damage, and water damage testing. Without this 20%, we would not be able to offer returns on armor.
There is no way for us to know how or if it was used once shipped, and we have to consider them unsafe until retested, inspected and certified.
Exchanges and non-ballistic products do not have a re-certification cost.
Bought this for my 11 year old daughters backpack. Wish this wasn’t the kind of world we live in. It ended up being to heavy for her with her books and supplies so returned. Nice product overall however, maybe better for an older stronger child. She is only 80lbs.
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Vincent S.
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Im loving these plates, fit my K19 plate carrier perfectly nice and snug. These are very light weight and worth every dime I spent. AD will be getting much more business from me in the future.
We're happy that you're happy! K19 plate carriers are one of our favorite carriers.
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Keith L.
Very nice plates!
Light weight, and comfortable fit. Quick shipping. Highly recommend.
I wish I got something like this a king time ago. It’s great when I’m static at the range or working and don’t have to worry about which set of gloves to wear. I throw them in my dump pouch and keep some hand warmers in the sweet pocket that comes with this item
Amazing helmet, it's comfortable, feels sturdy and good quality.
I was also helped with any questions and concerns I had and was not just helpful but quick, professional, yet still had a touch of the amazing small business personality that is loved.
If i ever need something I'm checking Atomic first.
One of the better built plate carriers I have come across. The quick release system is just that quick but also heavy duty unlike a lot of plate carriers on the market. Well worth the money.
My helmet was delivered in a re-used box (see photo). This gave me trepidation as to what I'd find inside. I was expecting it to be in a new, clean plastic bag. It was wrapped in bubble wrap with paper packing. It fits perfectly with the tan pads, although the headband suspension presses into my head, just behind my ears. It's almost painful at first but the discomfort decreases with time but doesn't completely go away. Cosmetically, it's a beautifully manufactured helmet. There's only one tiny sticker on the inside that specifies its NIJ protection level rating. I suspect it's made in China. I just hope it provides the ballistic head protection I need should I ever need it.
I received my helmet quickly and the quality is outstanding. I was able to adjust the helmet with the added padding to fit my head comfortably. This is a better helmet than I ever had while I served. Thank you!
Nice product, well built and ready for use . Great design, 2x5 is plenty of coverage. Good protection for those who don't want to wear a vest , or are unable to , such as Your Children . Thank You , Atomicdefence .
Great customer service. Helmet is of great quality with great fit. Exceeded expectations for the price. Purchased after checking with other retailers and very glad I purchased from Atomic Defense.
Exactly what was expected and arrived quick. One thing is I have a big head and had to remove some of the second layer of padding in areas to fit right. After that perfect...........This review was in no way influenced by the 3 Jolly Ranchers that were included for free.
I can’t say enough good things about this company. I bought these, didn’t need them after all, and returned them hassle free. The option for a refund or store credit is painless, and the customer service here is excellent. Timely response and friendly. I recommend this product for it’s ease of use, and Atomic for being excellent.
I looked up what the navy seals use and this glove came highly recommended. I can honestly say it lives up to the reviews. Index, middle and thumb fingers being exposed made it very easy to shoot and reload my magazines all with the gloves on. The increased grip gloves offer already improved my accuracy from recoil control by about 30%. I even broke several of my handguns down field stripping for cleaning and manipulation of misfiring drills and was surprised at how much the gloves didn’t restrict or delay me. Definitely my new favorite alternative from the full hand and finger gloves I’ve used in the past. So comfortable I even leave them on in regular work activities daily and hardly notice I’m wearing them. Highly durable and well worth the very fair price.
