Body Armor Lightweight SAPI Plates- Level IV (26300)
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Lightweight Level IV SAPI Plates (26300)
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These Lightweight Level IV SAPI Plates (26300) are high-end ballistic solutions with a Boron Carbide core and Dyneema backer.
The result is a lightweight, Triple Curve, NIJ 04 certified solution. It defeats multiple hits of 5.56, 7.62x39, and 7.62x51mm rounds.
It also stops 7.62x54R and 30.06 AP M2 ammunition. This is an extraordinary plate at a discounted price.
Fits all standard carriers of the same size. Match plates to carrier size.
Some popular items/sizes may incur a 4-8 week lead time.
Sizes:
Small- 8.75”x11.75” 5 lbs
Medium- 9.5”x12.50” 5.75 lbs
Large- 10.25”x13.25” 6.85 lbs
XL- 11”x14” 7.5 lbs
SPECS
- Thickness: .80"
- Level: IV
Rounds Defeated:
| Weapon | Ammunition |
STRIKING ft/s |
STRIKING m/s |
| Rifle M-1 | 30.06 AP M2 | 2880 | 878 |
| Rifle FN FAL | 7.62x51mm - M80 Ball | 2780 | 847 |
| Rifle FN FAL | 7.62x51mm - M61 AP | 2780 | 847 |
| Rifle M-16/AR-15 | 5.56x45mm-M193/M855/M855A1 | 3180 | 969 |
|
Rifle SVD,Dragunov M.G.-PKM |
7.62x54R-LPS | 2850 | 869 |
|
Rifle SVD,Dragunov M.G.-PKM |
7.62x54R-L/LPS/B-32 API | 2850 | 869 |
| Rifle AK-47,M,SKS | 7.62x39mm-API | 2400 | 732 |
| Rifle AK-47,M,SKS | 7.62x39mm-Ball/Steel Core | 2400 | 732 |
WHICH PLATE SIZE IS RIGHT FOR ME?
Personal preference is the single most important factor for comfort. Wearers must feel confident in their system to maximize protection effectiveness.
Historically, 10”x12” was the standard armor size. Modern military specs now offer multiple plate options from Small to Extra Large.
Medium is the ideal fit for the 95th percentile, designed to fit 95% of all military personnel.
We focus on individual height to simplify sizing decisions for these ballistic inserts. Use our outline below for a general height and plate size reference.
If your plates feel like the wrong fit, contact us for a quick and easy exchange.
SAPI Sizing Specifications
| Size | Dimensions | Weight | Height |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small | 8.5”x11.5” | 6.5 lbs | <5’5”-5’8” |
| Medium | 9.5”x12.50” | 7.5 lbs | 5‘8” - 6’ |
| Large | 10.25”x13.25” | 8.5 lbs | 6’1” - 6’4” |
| XL | 11”x14” | 9.75 lbs | >6’4” |
Swimmer Sizing Specifications
| Size | Dimensions | Weight | Height |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small | 8”x10” | 4.8 lbs | <5’5”-5’8” |
| Medium | 10”x12” | 6.5 lbs |
>5’8” |
Weights and measurements are nominal