Description

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AR600 Level 3 Steel Body Armor Side Plates Set of 2 – Tactical Hardened Flank Protection

The AR600 Level 3 steel body armor side plates set of 2 is designed to provide critical protection where standard front and back plates leave you vulnerable—your flanks. Built with rugged AR600 steel and tested to meet NIJ Level III rifle threat standards, these side plates complete your full-coverage armor system without compromise.

Whether you’re a private security professional, law enforcement officer, or serious civilian prepper, these steel side plates enhance your protection in tight quarters and hostile environments.

What’s Included

• (2) AR600 steel body armor side plates

• Flat panel profile – 6″ × 8″ standard size

• Coated with anti-spall base layer

• Optional upgrade to full build-up spall coating

• Weight: approximately 3 lbs per plate

• Manufacturer: Tacticon Armament

• 5-year ballistic integrity warranty

NIJ Level III Protection You Can Trust

These side plates are rated to stop multiple hits from:

• 7.62×51mm NATO (.308 FMJ)

• 7.62×39mm FMJ (AK-47)

• 5.56 NATO M193

• Lesser threats including pistol calibers

They meet or exceed the ballistic performance required under NIJ Level III standards, making them suitable for rifle-rated scenarios.

📖 Read more about NIJ body armor threat levels

Rugged Construction with Combat-Ready Design

The use of AR600 hardened steel provides superior structural integrity over time. These plates are designed to withstand abuse in harsh environments without the fragility of ceramic alternatives.

Each plate includes a base-level spall coating to reduce fragmentation, with optional build-up coating for additional edge protection. The flat profile allows for snug carrier integration without excess bulk.

Carrier Compatibility

These 6″ × 8″ plates are designed to fit in most standard side plate pouches, including:

• Crye Precision JPC/AVS

• Shellback Tactical Banshee

• 5.11 Tactical plate carriers

• Ferro Concepts and MOLLE-compatible carriers

• Any pouch supporting 6×8 side plate inserts

Always confirm your carrier’s pouch dimensions and weight tolerance before installation.

Tactical Advantages & Use Cases

The AR600 Level 3 steel body armor side plates set of 2 is ideal for:

• Operators seeking full wrap-around protection

• Law enforcement engaged in CQB or room clearing

• Armed security working tight environments

• Civilians preparing for SHTF or riot scenarios

• Vehicle-based kits for convoy security

Adding side plates protects organs and arteries exposed from lateral angles, especially when kneeling, moving through doorways, or engaging threats in dynamic environments.

Legal & Shipping Info

• ⚠️ Cannot ship to Connecticut, New York

• ✔️ Legal in 48 states

• 📦 Ships discreetly in padded armor packaging

• 🕒 Ships 5–10 business days after order

Learn more about NIJ Level 3 rifle standards here

Protecting your flanks is no longer optional—it’s essential. The AR600 Level 3 steel body armor side plates set of 2 rounds out your defensive loadout with rugged rifle-rated coverage built for real-world tactical conditions. Whether you’re on patrol, running drills, or preparing for the unexpected, these plates add serious protection where it counts.

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