The HESCO 3810 Level III+ Special Threat Armor Plate Set is engineered for professionals who demand elite ballistic protection, low weight, and maximum comfort. Manufactured in the USA using advanced Spectra® composites, these plates stop multiple rifle threats such as 5.56x45mm M193 and 7.62x51mm M80 Ball without requiring a soft armor backer. Choose from two ergonomic multi-curve shapes: Shooter's Cut for tactical flexibility and range of motion, or SAPI Cut for maximum body contour and stability. Key Features NIJ Level III+ Certified: Multi-hit protection from common and enhanced rifle rounds Standalone Plate: No soft backer required, meets NIJ .06 standards Next-Gen Spectra® Composite: Maximum ballistic strength with minimal weight Multi-Curve Design: Ergonomically contours to your torso for lasting comfort and agility Choice of Cut: Shooter's Cut: Optimal for range of motion (Large, 10x12", 3.9 lbs) SAPI Cut: Optimized for fit and stability (XL, 11x14", 5.4 lbs) Water-Resistant Finish: Durable Cordura® or optional Polyurea coating for harsh environments Made in USA: Precision manufacturing and trusted quality Ballistic Protection & Threat Ratings 5.56x45mm M193, up to 3280 ft/s 5.56x45mm M855/SS109, up to 3150 ft/s 7.62x51mm M80 Ball, up to 2810 ft/s 7.62x39mm M43 (Mild Steel Core), up to 2410 ft/s 7.62x39mm M67 (Lead Core), up to 2410 ft/s 7.62x63mm JSP (.30-06 Soft Point), up to 2794 ft/s 7.62x54R LPS, up to 2300 ft/s 7.62x54R L, up to 2840 ft/s Tested for multi-hit performance according to NIJ .06 protocol. No soft armor backer needed. Specifications Specification Shooter's Cut (Large) SAPI Cut (XL) Protection Level NIJ Level III+ NIJ Level III+ Plate Shape Multi-Curve Shooter's Multi-Curve SAPI Material Spectra® Composite Spectra® Composite Size 10" x 12" 11" x 14" Thickness 0.98" (25 mm) 0.98" (25 mm) Weight (per plate) 3.9 lbs (1.77 kg) 5.4 lbs (2.5 kg) Coating Cordura® or Polyurea Cordura® or Polyurea Made in USA USA What's Included Shooter's Cut Set: 2 × Hesco 3810 multi-curve armor plates (front and back; shooter’s cut, large) SAPI Cut Set: 2 × Hesco 3810 multi-curve armor plates (front and back; SAPI cut, XL) Restrictions Federal Law Compliance: Body armor is regulated under federal law. Shipping Restrictions: Available in 48 U.S. states only. Not available for sale or shipping to Connecticut or New York, including law enforcement. No international shipping, including APO/FPO/DPO addresses. Ownership Restrictions: Felons may be ineligible to own body armor. Some states restrict ownership only for violent felons. Check local laws before purchasing.
