AR500 Armor Heritage Plate
$99.00 – $183.00
Affordable, strong, reliable: the Heritage Plate is made of a custom steel alloy blend that increases its strength. It boasts Level III rifle protection, multi-hit capability, and a FragLock™ Base Coating to deflect fragmentation. Additionally, this armor plate has a lengthy shelf life, retaining its full strength for twenty years. The armor plate comes in flat and curved forms. The Build-Up upgrade increases the thickness of the FragLock™ coat so as to capture virtually all fragmentation within the plate, ensuring it is a complete non-issue in the fight.
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 |
Flat ,Multi-Curve |
| Fraglock Coating |
Base Coat ,Build Up |
Description
Essential protection ought to be affordable and reliable, which is why Armored Republic is proud to offer one of the most cost-effective plates on the market with our AR500 Armor® Heritage Plate: The plate material is a steel alloy blend, has our patented Advanced Shooters Cut shape, and is covered with an exclusive FragLock™ Base Coat (build-up coating is available).This steel plate lasts a lot longer than polyethylene or ceramic alternatives because of the FragLock™ coating’s 20-year maintenance-free shelf life. While our base coat seals the armor from perspiration, our build-up coating prevents fragmentation injury. Our AR500 Armor® Heritage armor plate, unlike ceramic or polyethylene alternatives, is capable of protecting against several direct hits while still being less bulky than competing materials. It also has been independently tested in accordance with NIJ 0101.06 threat levels through Oregon Ballistics (OBL), and H.P. White Laboratories. This means that its level 3 body armor protection is rated to stop 7.62×51 M80 NATO Ball (.308 Winchester) at a velocity of up to 2,750 FPS, and special threat tested to stop 5.56mm M855/SS109 (Green Tip) at a velocity of 2,750 FPS. Knowledge Base Articles
Frequently Asked Questions
- What does level 3 body armor protect against? The National Institute of Justice (NIJ) protection rating for level 3 body armor is 6x shots of 7.62x51mm @ 2,780 FPS from 51′ away. Some level III plates are considered special threat plates in that in addition to this they will address other common threats. For example, our level 3 Heritage Plate will stop 5.56×45 M855 “green tips” @ 2,750 FPS from a 16″ barrel, while our P2 plates will stop 5.56×45 M193 Ball @ 3,200 FPS.
- What will IIIA body armor stop? IIIA body armor is rated to stop 6x hits from 125-grain .357 SIG FMJ flat-nose bullets with speeds up to 1,470 feet per second and 240-grain .44 Magnum Semi-Jacketed Hollow Point (SJHP) bullets with speeds up to 1,430 ft/s, along with all lesser handgun threats.
- Can civilians own level 3 body armor? Yes, except in New York and Connecticut. Both of these states restrict body armor ownership to law enforcement and active military only.
For other general body armor and Armored Republic questions visit our FAQ page.
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