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Questions & Answers
Is it compatible with the 2.0 cumberbund? I need to use 13.75x 5.5 armor insert dimensions, I’m from Canada. Manufacturer Answer

You can use the Banshee Elite 2.0 cummerbund soft armor with the 3.0. With that being said, we make soft armor inserts specifically for the Banshee Elite 3.0 sizes. See links below

https://www.opticsplanet.com/shellback-tactical-level-iiia-banshee-elite-3-0-soft-armor-cummerbund-inserts.html

https://www.opticsplanet.com/shellback-tactical-level-iiia-model-clciiia-banshee-elite-3-0-soft-armor-cummerb.html

by Shellback Tactical LLC, Manufacturer, August 6, 2025
can you put side plates in or can you only have the mags in the side Manufacturer Answer

The Banshee 3.0 can take both soft armor cummerbund inserts and hard plates. If you want to add hard plates, you will need to purchase side plate pockets. These pockets will attach to the pals webbing located on the innerside of the cummerbund so they sit between the cummerbund and your body.

Soft Armor Inserts
https://www.opticsplanet.com/shellback-tactical-level-iiia-banshee-elite-3-0-soft-armor-cummerbund-inserts.html

Side Plate Pockets
https://www.opticsplanet.com/shellback-tactical-side-armor-plate-pockets-2-0.html

by Shellback Tactical LLC, Manufacturer, December 4, 2024
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Helpful Positive Review
By far the most comfortable plate carrier I have used so far. Have been wearing it every day now for over a month and it’s leaps and bounds better in its wearability over my other plate carriers. Highly recommended.
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shellback banshee 3.0 armor by Raging Patriot, Verified Owner, November 7, 2024
I have owned a couple sets of these plate carriers as well as Military Grade that is almost Juggernaut armor I was just minus the face plate. It wasn’t the 3.0 but I do have the 3.0 now and I love the fact that all you gotta do is just take the stuf...
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Product Info for Shellback Tactical Banshee Elite 3.0 Plate Carrier

TheShellback Tactical Banshee Elite 3.0 Plate Carrieris the third evolution of our world famous Banshee Elite plate carrier. The Banshee Elite 3.0 plate carrier is packed with new upgrades such as quick release cummerbund buckles, laser cut Molle and a extendable drag handle. The new laser cut Molle design is located on the front, rear and cummerbund which reduces carrier weight and increases durability. The new quick release cummerbund buckles allow you to quickly don and doff your carrier and eliminates the hassle of dealing with traditional hook and loop cummerbund closures. The new drag handle extends to 34 inches which allows extra leverage when removing a casualty on the battle field. The Banshee Elite 3.0 Plate Carrier is proudly made in specialized factories and backed by our lifetime warranty. Be ready for the fight and order yourShellback Tactical Banshee Elite 3.0 Plate Carriertoday!image

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Specifications for Shellback Tactical Banshee Elite 3.0 Plate Carrier:

Manufacturer: Shellback Tactical
Adjustability: Adjustable Cummerbund
Accessory Attachment System: MOLLE
Tactical: Yes
Condition: New
Fabric/Material: 500 Denier Nylon
Application: Tactical

Features of Shellback Tactical Banshee Elite 3.0 Plate Carrier

  • Laser cut Molle platform on front, rear and cummerbund reduces weight and adds durability
  • Two quick release cummerbund buckles to quickly don and doff plate carrier
  • Rear drag handle extends up to 34 inches in length
  • Constructed of durable 500 denier Cordura nylon and 1000 denier lamented Squadron nylon
  • Plate pockets load from the bottom hold 10 x 12 shooter or SAPI cut plates
  • Two Shoulder buckles allow quick adjustments to raise or lower plate carrier for the perfect fit
  • 3D Spacer mesh padding on front, rear and shoulder pads for ventilation and comfort
  • Cummerbund features 6 integrated M4 magazine pockets
  • Cummerbund features 2 pockets to insert Banshee Elite 3.0 soft armor panels
  • Cummerbund features interior laser cut Molle panels to attach side armor plate pockets
  • Front zipper admin pouch for small field gear such as notepads, pens and multitools
  • Rear hydration pocket holds 2L hydration bladder
  • Removable front mounting chest clips for attaching chest rigs or placards
  • Loop panels on front and rear for ID placards

Package Contents:

  • Shellback Tactical Banshee Elite 3.0 Plate Carrier

Shellback Tactical Banshee Elite 3.0 Plate Carrier Orderable Models

List of Orderable Models

  • Shellback Tactical Banshee Elite 3.0 Plate Carrier, Coyote, Large/XLarge, SBT-BANELT3-CT-LXL , MPN: SBT-BANELT3-CT-LXL , UPC: 810030241249 , Code: 0W-APC-BAPC3-SBT-BANELT3-CT-LXL
  • Shellback Tactical Banshee Elite 3.0 Plate Carrier, Coyote, Small/Medium, SBT-BANELT3-CT-SM , MPN: SBT-BANELT3-CT-SM , UPC: 810030241232 , Code: 0W-APC-BAPC3-SBT-BANELT3-CT-SM
  • Shellback Tactical Banshee Elite 3.0 Plate Carrier, Ranger Green/Multicam Black, Large/Extra Large, SBT-BANELT3-RGMB-LXL , MPN: SBT-BANELT3-RGMB-LXL , UPC: 810030249870 , Code: 0W-APC-BAPC3-SBT-BANELT3-RGMB-LXL
  • Shellback Tactical Banshee Elite 3.0 Plate Carrier, Coyote, 2X/3X, SBT-BANELT3-CT-2XL , MPN: SBT-BANELT3-CT-2XL , UPC: 810126171863 , Code: 0W-APC-BAPC3-SBT-BANELT3-CT-2XL
  • Shellback Tactical Banshee Elite 3.0 Plate Carrier, Ranger Green, 2X/3X, SBT-BANELT3-RG-2XL , MPN: SBT-BANELT3-RG-2XL , UPC: 810126171887 , Code: 0W-APC-BAPC3-SBT-BANELT3-RG-2XL
  • Shellback Tactical Banshee Elite 3.0 Plate Carrier, Black, Large/XLarge, SBT-BANELT3-BK-LXL , MPN: SBT-BANELT3-BK-LXL , UPC: 810030241829 , Code: 0W-APC-BAPC3-SBT-BANELT3-BK-LXL
  • Shellback Tactical Banshee Elite 3.0 Plate Carrier, Multicam, Large/XLarge, SBT-BANELT3-MC-LXL , MPN: SBT-BANELT3-MC-LXL , UPC: 810030241287 , Code: 0W-APC-BAPC3-SBT-BANELT3-MC-LXL
  • Shellback Tactical Banshee Elite 3.0 Plate Carrier, Ranger Green, Large/XLarge, SBT-BANELT3-RG-LXL , MPN: SBT-BANELT3-RG-LXL , UPC: 810030241263 , Code: 0W-APC-BAPC3-SBT-BANELT3-RG-LXL
  • Shellback Tactical Banshee Elite 3.0 Plate Carrier, Black, Small/Medium, SBT-BANELT3-BK-SM , MPN: SBT-BANELT3-BK-SM , UPC: 810030241812 , Code: 0W-APC-BAPC3-SBT-BANELT3-BK-SM
  • Shellback Tactical Banshee Elite 3.0 Plate Carrier, Multicam, Small/Medium, SBT-BANELT3-MC-SM , MPN: SBT-BANELT3-MC-SM , UPC: 810030241270 , Code: 0W-APC-BAPC3-SBT-BANELT3-MC-SM
  • Shellback Tactical Banshee Elite 3.0 Plate Carrier, Ranger Green, Small/Medium, SBT-BANELT3-RG-SM , MPN: SBT-BANELT3-RG-SM , UPC: 810030241256 , Code: 0W-APC-BAPC3-SBT-BANELT3-RG-SM
  • Shellback Tactical Banshee Elite 3.0 Plate Carrier, Ranger Green/Multicam Black, Small/Medium, SBT-BANELT3-RGMB-SM , MPN: SBT-BANELT3-RGMB-SM , UPC: 810030245308 , Code: 0W-APC-BAPC3-SBT-BANELT3-RGMB-SM
  • Shellback Tactical Banshee Elite 3.0 Plate Carrier, Multicam, 2X/3X, SBT-BANELT3-MC-2XL , MPN: SBT-BANELT3-MC-2XL , UPC: 810126171870 , Code: 0W-APC-BAPC3-SBT-BANELT3-MC-2XL
  • Shellback Tactical Banshee Elite 3.0 Plate Carrier, Black, 2X/3X, SBT-BANELT3-BK-2XL , MPN: SBT-BANELT3-BK-2XL , UPC: 810126171856 , Code: 0W-APC-BAPC3-SBT-BANELT3-BK-2XL
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