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Although we already had very impressive test results on our Level III+ AR550 Armor plates, we recently decided to push them to the limits. We sent them off to Oregon Ballistic Laboratories, which is an NIJ Certified Laboratory, for v50 ballistic testing. This testing uses ammunition of varying speeds to analyze the limits of a given armor’s ballistic integrity. Before we give you the results, let’s clarify exactly what v50 testing is. When talking about a bullet’s ability to p …

Ever wonder how body armor is made? This videos provides a quick glimpse at how Spartan Armor Systems steel core body armor is cut and finished using precision laser cutting. Once the armor is cut we use variety of techniques to finish the amor and ensure the quality of each plate. We pride ourselves on giving our Civilian, Law Enforcement, and First Responder customers one of the fastest turn around times in the industry. Our steel core body armor is available in our Advanced Triple Curve …

Need help selecting the right body armor for your loadout? This video provides an overview of Spartan Armor Systems AR500 Omega™, AR550 and AR650 NIJ rated steel core body armor products. We answer frequently asked questions as well as cover the general differences in each type of body armor such as thickness, cut (shooters vs swimmers cut), weight and coverage area to help you select the body armor that's right for you. …

When shopping for your Spartan Armor plates, it can be a common pitfall to get sucked into the quagmire of price versus protection level. While this is certainly an important balance to strike, it’s not the only vital factor. The right size plate can be just as important as the right protection level. A number of factors go into sizing your plates including the size and shape of your torso, what type of plate carrier you’re using, mission set and personal preference. Here are some ge …

A good set of Spartan Armor Systems Steel Core Body Armor or Composite/Ceramic Armor plates won’t get anyone very far without a well built, properly selected plate carrier. There are dozens, if not hundreds, of options available in all configurations at all price points. The sheer volume of options can be daunting, but our selection can be broken down into two main categories: • Low Profile carriers like our Spartan Armor Systems ECP • Tactical carriers like our Leonid …