RMA Armament Body Armor Ballistic Plate Level III Medium

RMA's Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene Level III body armor plate is built to exceed the standards set forth by the National Institute of Justice's NIJ 0101.07 RF1 for a stand-alone plate. Anyone who depends on superior protection in the most dangerous situations can depend on the strength and also quality of this Level III stand-alone rifle plate. If you're someone who wears body armor for extended periods on the job- particularly law enforcement- then these lightweight armor plates are for you. Additionally, the buoyant construction means these plates float in water. Thus, they're ideal for any maritime operations. Plus, their lightweight construction allows maximum protection with minimal weight during operations over rough terrain.How does UHMWPE compare to steel? Steel fails many rounds assumed to also be covered by the Level III standard, including 5.56 M193- the most common rifle round in the United States. UHMWPE is a flexible material, allowing it to absorb the ener...