Tactical Body Armor

Pro-tection to the MAX

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

• 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.

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

BALCS / SPEAR Model

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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
  
  
• Holds Rifle Plates (up to 10” x 13") on front and back
  
  
• Heavy Duty Drag Handle

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

OTV / IBAS Model

Quick Release Cutaway Vest with
Maximum MOLLE Real Estate

The BlackHawk S.T.R.I.K.E. Cut Away Tactical Armor Vest System is LIGHTER, STRONGER, FASTER, and BETTER than other systems on the market!

Designed to fit OTV (Outer Tactical Vest) / Interceptor (IBAS) ballistic panels. Available with mil-spec OTV ballistic panels, OR you can retrofit your own OTV / Interceptor-compatible ballistic panels.

Note this model is a different cut from the BALCS / SPEAR mode labove.

MODULAR - you can add OTV / Interceptor Neck and Groin Protection as needed.

• FAST: Fast and easy to put on and take off - just 3 Fastex quick release buckles. Or you can do an instant Cutaway to drop the vest cutting both shoulders and sides simultaneously...
  
  
• CUT AWAY: Cut Away Pull handle is small, easy, ambidextrous, and hidden out of the way. Will not interfere with shooting and moving.   Very easy to put back together after cut away training.
  
  
• ADJUSTABLE: Fully Adjustable at the Waist and Shoulder for a precise, comfortable fit.
  
  
• MOLLE Real Estate: Full outer vest area usage for MOLLE or S.T.R.I.K.E. Pouch configuration - a maximum of MOLLE real estate
  
  
• COOL VENTILATION: Lined with incredibly cool and comfortable soft 3-D mesh. This thick mesh allows air to circulate around your body as you move, even when the vest is snugged down.
  
  
• AMBIDEXTROUS: Fully ambidextrous.
  
  
• RIFLE PLATES: Accommodates Triple-Curve plates up to 10" by 12" for Medium, and 11" x14" for Large.
  
  
• SIDE RIFLE PLATES - easily and ergonomically accommodates 6" by 8" side Rifle Plates.

Cutaway Vest No Ballistic Protection ... until ballistic panels, or Rifle Plates, are added Use with Stand-Alone Rifle Plates, or add your Interceptor OTV (IBAS) ballistic panels  ACU - Digital Camo Advanced Combat Uniform	$ 235 Large Only
BlackHawk Vest with OTV / Interceptor Mil-Spec Ballistic Panels Includes: Groin Protector Shoulder Yoke and Collars Throat Protector	Mil-Spec Aramid 7.5 mm thick Torso PLUS Neck, Throat & Groin Protection $ 995 Large Only
Rifle Protection Plates	Sold Separately

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• 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 or 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 4 to 6 weeks

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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 or 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 4 to 6 weeks

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 or 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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