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Product Info for Shellback Tactical Defender 2.0 Active Shooter Armor Kit with Level III+ Model P5mmSAO Armor Plates

The Shellback Tactical Defender 2.0 Body Armor Kit with Level III+ Model P5mmSAO Armor Plates provides protection against level III and III+ rifle rounds. This body armor vest kit includes our Defender 2.0 plate carrier, carry bag and two level III+ Model P5mmSAO armor plates. The Defender 2.0 plate carrier is discreet, low profile and minimalistic. The level III+ model P5mmSAO ballistic plates are constructed of STAR 647 steel, NIJ 0101.06 Level III certified and special threat rated at level III+ stopping XM193 and M855 greentip. Rhino EX HP-50 coating provides protection against fragmentation and spall. This body armor kit comes with a convenient carry bag which allows for discreet transport and storage. The carry bag easily opens from the top for quick access to the armor vest which is optimal for active shooter response. Stay protected and order your Shellback Tactical Defender 2.0 Body Armor kit today!image

Kit Components:

  • Shellback Tactical Defender 2.0 Plate Carrier x 1
  • Shellback Tactical Model P5mmSAO Level III Plates x 2
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Specifications for Shellback Tactical Defender 2.0 Active Shooter Armor Kit with Level III+ Model P5mmSAO Armor Plates:

Manufacturer: Shellback Tactical
Armor Curve: Single-Curved
Threat Level: Level III
Weight: 7.05 lb
Armor Cut: Shooters
Fabric/Material: Durable 500D Nylon, STAR 647 Steel
Plate Application: Front or Back
Plate Dimension: 10x12
Thickness: 0.25 in

Features of Shellback Tactical Defender 2.0 Active Shooter Armor Kit with Level III+ Model P5mmSAO Armor Plates

Defender 2.0 Plate Carrier Features

  • Constructed of durable 500 denier Nylon
  • Holds 10 x 12 shooter cut plates
  • Lightweight laser cut molle
  • Fully adjustable side straps and shoulders
  • One size fits most
  • Integrated padded shoulder pads for comfort
  • Front and back molle loop panels for placards and patches
  • Two integrated kangaroo M4 magazine pouches with bungee retention
  • One integrated tourniquet pouch marked with a red tab for easy identification
  • Drag handle on the rear
  • Imported

Kit Carrying Bag

  • Constructed of 500 denier nylon
  • Bag will hold Shellback Defender 2.0 Plate Carrier, plates and magazines
  • Two carrying straps
  • Loop panels for hook placard and patches
  • Zipper closure
  • Imported

Level III Model P5mmSAO Plate Features

  • NIJ Level III threat protection
  • NIJ 0101.06 certified and listed on NIJ compliant products list
  • Special threat rated III+
  • Constructed of durable STAR 647 steel
  • Single curve SAPI cut
  • Stand alone edge to edge protection
  • Multi-hit rated
  • 1000 Denier water resistant cover provides spall protection
  • 10 year ballistic warranty

Package Contents:

  • Shellback Tactical Defender 2.0 Active Shooter Armor Kit with Level III+ Model P5mmSAO Armor Plates
  • Shellback Tactical Defender 2.0 Plate Carrier x 1
  • Shellback Tactical Model P5mmSAO Level III Plates x 2

Shellback Tactical Defender 2.0 Active Shooter Armor Kit with Level III+ Model P5mmSAO Armor Plates Orderable Models

List of Orderable Models

  • Shellback Tactical Defender 2.0 Active Shooter Armor Kit with Level III+ Model P5mmSAO Armor Plates, Coyote, One Size, SBT-9040-P5MM-CT , MPN: SBT-9040-P5MM-CT , UPC: 810126170361 , Code: 0W-PCI-SHB0827-SBT-9040-P5MM-CT
  • Shellback Tactical Defender 2.0 Active Shooter Armor Kit with Level III+ Model P5mmSAO Armor Plates, Range Red, One Size, SBT-9040-P5MM-RD , MPN: SBT-9040-P5MM-RD , UPC: 810126170736 , Code: 0W-PCI-SHB0827-SBT-9040-P5MM-RD
  • Shellback Tactical Defender 2.0 Active Shooter Armor Kit with Level III+ Model P5mmSAO Armor Plates, Black, One Size, SBT-9040-P5MM-BK , MPN: SBT-9040-P5MM-BK , UPC: 810126170354 , Code: 0W-PCI-SHB0827-SBT-9040-P5MM-BK
  • Shellback Tactical Defender 2.0 Active Shooter Armor Kit with Level III+ Model P5mmSAO Armor Plates, Ranger Green, One Size, SBT-9040-P5MM-RG , MPN: SBT-9040-P5MM-RG , UPC: 810126170385 , Code: 0W-PCI-SHB0827-SBT-9040-P5MM-RG
  • Shellback Tactical Defender 2.0 Active Shooter Armor Kit with Level III+ Model P5mmSAO Armor Plates, Navy Blue, One Size, SBT-9040-P5MM-NB , MPN: SBT-9040-P5MM-NB , UPC: 810126170378 , Code: 0W-PCI-SHB0827-SBT-9040-P5MM-NB
  • Shellback Tactical Defender 2.0 Active Shooter Armor Kit with Level III+ Model P5mmSAO Armor Plates, Wolf Grey, One Size, SBT-9040-P5MM-WG , MPN: SBT-9040-P5MM-WG , UPC: 810126170392 , Code: 0W-PCI-SHB0827-SBT-9040-P5MM-WG
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