Tactical Body Armor

Pro-tection to the MAX

Hawk Quick Release Scalable Armor Carrier A top of the line Level III-A and Rifle Plates carrier offering superb freedom of movement, ergonomics and ventilation. Details below	PHOTO Gallery Interceptor OTV Mil-Spec Outer Tactical Vest Front Opening Details below ProMAX Interceptor OTV NIJ Level III-A
PHOTO Gallery BlackHawk S.T.R.I.K.E. Cutaway Tactical Armor Vest BALCS / SPEAR Ballistic Inserts Details below Quick Release Cutaway Maximum MOLLE Real Estate Side Opening fits BALCS / SPEAR ballistic panels	PHOTO page ProMAX "Turtle" Jacket Details below An Interceptor OTV on steroids! Maximum protection, and front-opening convenience
PHOTO page ProMAX Tactical Details below Side Opening	PHOTO page Upper Arm Protectors & Forearm Protectors Details below Protects the upper arm and, even more importantly, the shoulder and armpit gap.
Accessories for Tactical Vests Related Pages	Drop Leg Platform
Rifle Protection Plates	Kevlar Helmets
SIDE Protection Rifle Plates	Eye Protection

Too Many Choices? - Just get your measurements and CALL US!
We are happy to explain the pros and cons of the options.

When comparing weights - please be aware that we quote ACTUAL weights for a normal size Large vest, ready to wear. We do NOT play the artificial "weight loss" games you may encounter elsewhere, such as quoting the weight of an Small, Short, WITHOUT an outershell carrier. We recommed buying a vest based on weight AND coverage area, not just weight.

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Our Body Armor craftsmen and women have been making vests for many years...

Vests that have saved the lives of police officers, and American troops in combat...

  Superb workmanship, without unneeded marketing glitz.

• Our tactical designs have been used by U.S. Army, U.S. Marine Corps, SOCOM (Special Forces), U.S. Defense Supply Agency, U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Air Force & many other U.S. Agencies.
  
  
• We use the aramid fibers Du Pont Kevlar® and Twaron® for reliability and flexibility / comfort.
  
  
• When you receive your vest you will see the quality of the workmanship. We stand behind our quality with both a 5-Year Manufacturer Warranty plus a Satisfaction Guarantee

Made in the USA

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Note: The red quick release is shown above outside of it's Velcro pocket for clarity

A top of the line Level III-A and Rifle Plates armor carrier offering maximum freedom of movement and ventilation.

High Speed, Low Drag Ergonomics:

• Internal Suspension for Rifle Plates and adjustable shoulder straps, so you can adjust exactly how high you want your armor to ride
  
  
• Maximum mobility in all firing positions with non-constricting, V-shaped shoulder straps
  
  
• Shoulder Straps covered in slip-resistant material for a secure buttstock plant on your shoulder
  
  
• Easy front-opening entry so you don't have to pull it over your head / helmet / glasses / goggles. Split Front so you can undo just one side to slip in or out conveniently

Ideal for Hot Weather Comfort:

• 3-D spacer mesh lined for more airflow
  
  
• Open design for maximum ventilation

Tough, Superb Quality Materials and Construction:

• Drag Handle reinforced with a carbon fiber rod
  
  
• Flame Resistant Fabric material covering 90% of the carrier
  
  
• Infra-Red (IR) treated
  
  
• No sagging - side cummerbund is rigidly reinforced to end sagging (even without the Level III-A soft armor cummerbunds inserted)

Adaptable:

• Modular - you can pull out the Level III-A soft armor and run just Rifle Plates if desired - or vice versa
  
  
• Accepts 10" by 12", or up to Large size SAPI Rifle Plates, and all sizes of side Rifle Plates with the appropriate pouches. (Rifle Plates sold separately.)

Made in the USA

• The Tactical Vest used by the US Army and US Marine Corps.  Exceeds the ballistic specifications for the soft Body Armor Interceptor IBAS / OTV (Outer Tactical Vest)
  
  
• Front-opening convenience
  
  
• Aramid vest tested to stop 9mm FMJ from a sub-machine-gun at 1,400 fps (426 mps) with minimal backface deformation / blunt trauma impact.  (Technically can't be called a Level III-A vest as the mil-spec does not call for testing with .44 Magnum, but the 9mm test is identical to Level III-A)
  
  
• very thoroughly tested for Fragmentation
  
  
• Add optional Rifle Plates to achieve Level III , mil-spec SAPI, or Level IV rifle protection on the Chest and Back. Rifle Plates sold separately.
  
  
• MOLLE web strips cover the front, plus the kidney areas on the back
  (MOLLE web strips compatible with all pockets from the MOLLE and RACK Systems, plus the SPEARS / BALCS Systems.)
  
  
• System includes:
  • Vest with torso coverage and Rifle Plate Pockets
  • Detachable Collars and Over-the-Shoulder Protection (Shoulder Yoke)
  • Detachable Front Throat Protector
  • Detachable Groin Protector
    
    
• Easily Customizable – add or remove the the Front Throat Protector, the Collar/Over-the-Shoulder Protection, or the Groin Protector components as desired.

Woodland or 3-Color DESERT Camo Weights: ~ 12 lbs. (5.5 kg.) XL Sizing below Made in the USA	Mil-Spec Aramid 7 mm Thick $ 795    XL Only For other sizes , see Level III-A in stock, below
MULTICAM® + $25 COYOTE BROWN (Dark Tan) TAN (Sand)   Black     Navy Blue     Olive Drab Digital Woodland or   DESERT Camo  ACU - Digital Camo Advanced Combat Uniform	Mil-Spec Aramid 7 mm Thick $ 895 XL Only For other sizes , see Level III-A in stock, below
Accessory Components:
Groin Protector Mil Spec Ballistics and Size Small / Medium or Large / XL	$ 100   Woodland 3-Color DESERT Camo $ 120 Other colors
Groin Protector Upgrade  Level III-A 2.5" wider than the standard Interceptor Groin Protector MOLLE Attachment for Front (or BACK) of size Large or XL Interceptors 12.5" wide by 10" tall with clipped corners (32 by 25 cm.) PHOTO (on ProMAX Tactical Vest)	$ 60 to REPLACE the mil spec Groin Protector $ 120 bought separately
Throat Protector One size for all.	$ 55
Collar / Shoulder Yoke Small to Large available. Call for complete sizes and colors available. Does not include Throat Protector	$ 100   Woodland 3-Color DESERT Camo $ 125 Other colors
Additional Outershell Carrier An extra carrier is a good investment if you rip your vest hopping barbed wire, etc... New Outershell includes the Torso and Groin Protector NOT included is the Collar/Shoulder Yoke with sewn-in Kevlar, or Throat Thus your vest will keep the same color on the collars that you have now.	Closeout Special: $ 100   Large Black Only
Camo Outershell Special $ 20 - $ 30 An extra carrier is a great investment if you rip your vest hopping barbed wire, etc., etc. ... or just want to have another color option. We have an overstock of Camo outershells from a military contract overrun, so we are providing these Brand-New carriers at a give-away price. Just the torso carrier- no accessory components or ballistic material. Thus your vest would keep the same color on the collars that you have now. These carriers are also great for paintball vests, or a load bearing vest (the back Rifle Plate Pocket is a super-sized hydration pouch).   Woodland Camo in all sizes 3-Color DESERT Camo in XL and assorted other sizes Made in the USA	PHOTO $ 30 Special (Limited to Stock on Hand) $ 20 when shipped with any Armor Order $ 5 Add the Groin Protector carrier

Popular Colors/Sizes in Stock Ready to Ship
(some Colors Custom, Made-to-Order in 4 to 6 weeks)

BlackHawk S.T.R.I.K.E. Cutaway Tactical Armor Vest

ProMAX BALCS / SPEAR Ballistic Inserts

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• *Interior Lined 3-D Mesh for cool comfortable positive air flow
  
  
• Lightweight: only 3.5 lbs; lightest cutaway available
  
  
• Non Slip HawkTex Material on shoulders for buttstock stability
  
  
• Secure release strap has a round handle that is secured inside a protective band of nylon on the front panel shoulder
  
  
• Simple construction that is very easy to reassemble in under 59 seconds!
  
  
• Adjustable waist and shoulder system for girth and torso length for tailored fit
  
  
• Full outer vest area usage for any MOLLE pouch configurations
  
  
• Rifle Plate Pockets Front & Back
  
  
• Heavy Duty Drag Handle
  
  
• Easily add our Side Rifle Plate Pockets on the inside of the side cummerbund for a very streamlined rig

• We call it the "Turtle" as it offers MAXIMUM practical protection, while preserving mobility.  (The most coverage you can get in a vest, short of a bomb suit.)
  
  
• You add a couple of pounds of weight, but compared to the Interceptor mil-spec, (OTV), it offers much more coverage and protection:
  •  2" - 3" higher coverage under the armpit
  •  2" more coverage lower on the back
  •  4" Over-the-Shoulder Protection (vs. 2" wide on OTV)
  •  3" high collars vs. 2" tall
    
    
• Front opening jacket style modeled on the PASGT vest, but with more flexible, comfortable and protective Level III-A aramid / Kevlar protection. Overlap front closure for seamless, double-breasted protection.
  
  
• System includes:
  • Vest with with Rifle Plate Pockets
  • Extra-high Collars sewn-in
  • Generous Over-the-Shoulder Protection
  • Velcro-Detachable Groin Protector
  • Hydration Pouch - a 9" by 11" Camelback pouch on the rear
  • MOLLE web strips to attach pouches all over the front and lower back area
    
    
• 10" by 12" Rifle Plate pockets on the front and back (~25 by 30 cm.). This upgrades the Rifle Plates area to Level III or IV rifle protection. Oversize Rifle Plate Pockets also available. Rifle Plates sold separately.
  
  
• Certified to NIJ Standard 01.0104 / .05 in Level II and III-A.
  
  

• Colors:
  

  MULTICAM® + $25
  COYOTE BROWN (Dark Tan)
  TAN (Sand)
    Black     Navy Blue     Olive Drab
    Woodland or  3-Color DESERT Camo
  Digital Woodland or   DESERT Camo
   ACU - Digital Camo Advanced Combat Uniform

  
  

  Made-to-Order in 3 to 6 weeks
  (Large Coyote in stock)

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• Excellent protection with Extra-Long and Extra-Wide coverage in an economical SIDE-opening vest.
  
  
• NOTE: This vest is a great fit on narrow to Medium bellies, but if you are "broad in the beam" we suggest the Interceptor OTV (Outer Tactical Vest) or ProMAX "Turtle" Jacket above
  
  
• Side-opening vests must be put on over the head, instead of putting on like a front-opening jacket, but you minimize bulk on your front without the overlap that front-opening vests have.)
  
  
• If you compare these vests against many others you will see an extra inch (~2.5 cm.) of coverage across the Chest, plus an extra inch or more in length.
  
  
• Certified to the latest NIJ Standard 01.01.05 in Level II and III-A.
  
  
• FULL wrap side coverage – ballistic panels meet towards the back, with a front-to-back wraparound.
  
  
• System includes:
  • Vest with torso coverage and Rifle Plate Pockets
  • Velcro-Detachable Collars
  • Velcro-Detachable Groin Protector
  • extra Over-the-Shoulder Protection, attached to the collars, can be added, if desired
    
    
• Rifle Plate pockets, ~10" by 12" on the front and back (~25 by 30 cm.).
  
  
• Add optional Rifle Plates to achieve Level III rifle protection and Level IV armor-piercing rifle protection on the Chest and Back. Rifle Plates sold separately.
  
  
• Designed with, and worn by, elite military and police forces – free of accessory pockets so you can use your standard Load Bearing Equipment. This makes it easy to change configurations as the mission demands.
  
  
• Transforms into a Concealable vest when needed - just Velcro-remove the Neck and Groin Protector and you have a concealable vest ! (You can also get a Polyester/Cotton carrier for more comfort wearing under clothes.)
  
  

• MULTICAM® + $25
  COYOTE BROWN (Dark Tan)
  TAN (Sand)
    Black     Navy Blue     Olive Drab
    Woodland or  3-Color DESERT Camo
  Digital Woodland or   DESERT Camo
   ACU - Digital Camo Advanced Combat Uniform

  Design innovations – for the real world – make this a superior vest...

1. What’s more important than protection? MOBILITY – for example, the neck protection is specially designed to allow full head movement – including shooting from the prone position.
   
   
2. Removable Neck and Groin Protector allows you to wear the vest as a concealable torso vest (e.g., for hot environments, or to wear concealed under a jacket) .
   
   
3. Belly Band is quick-release Velcro for a convenient on and off PLUS this allows convenient ventilation for in hot climates, simply by loosening the Belly Band
   
   
4. Absolutely Minimize Rifle Plate Bouncing, when moving forcefully, simply by snugging the Belly Band to your body.

Rifle Protection Plates

Made-to-Order in 3 to 6 weeks
(Medium Tan in stock)

ProMAX Tactical Vests Run BIG in Chest Sizing...
and narrow in the belly...

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Also known as bicep protectors, this modular set plugs your vest's armpit / shoulder gap by adding Velcro-detachable Upper Arm Protection. Covers the Bicep, Tricep and Deltoid in Level III-A protection.

Easily attached to Interceptors / OTVs, and all of our Tactical vests, with a strap to the vest at the shoulder, and elastic/Velcro around the bicep.

Protecting the upper arm is important, but most critical is the fact that you now have good cover for the shoulder and armpit gap that is open by necessity on all vests.

For very exposed positions, e.g., turret gunners,entry teams, etc., etc. we also offer Forearm Protectors which extend from wrist to elbow, and provide very good coverage from wrist to shoulder, when combined with the Upper Arm Protectors. (To maintain flexibility and ease of movement there is a small gap at the elbow.)

Tough DuPont Cordura® nylon carrier, with many color choices, all coated for waterproofing:

Colors:

MULTICAM® + $25
COYOTE BROWN (Dark Tan)
TAN (Sand)
  Black     Navy Blue     Olive Drab
  Woodland or  3-Color DESERT Camo
Digital Woodland or   DESERT Camo
 ACU - Digital Camo Advanced Combat Uniform

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