SPEED Plate (Standard, e.g., Model 10024/10025 series, PARACLETE/Point Blank): Ultra-light special threat/hard trauma insert. Closest Size: 5" x 7" (full size, single curve; often used for female/contoured fit) — weight ~0.45 lbs; or 5" x 8" at ~0.50 lbs. Thickness: ~0.35" (ultra-thin for discreet insertion). Construction: 100% composite/polyethylene, multi-curve available in some configs. Protection: Stand-alone special threats (high-velocity handgun/exotic rounds, e.g., 5.7x28mm SS195/Hornady Blue Tip, .357 SIG JHP/GDHP, 9mm +P FMJ/SXT, .40 S&W HP, 7.62x25mm Tokarev FMJ/steel jacket, .30 Carbine 110gr FMJ; 12ga 1oz slugs when paired with NIJ IIIA soft armor). Includes Spike 1 Level 1 stab/slash resistance. Provides IIIA-equivalent handgun defeat in a rigid format. Not NIJ rifle-rated. Features: Minimal blunt trauma, no spall/ricochet in tests, ergonomic curve for comfort and reduced printing; inserts easily into front chest pockets of concealable carriers or tactical systems for quick upgrade.
