Have you ever wondered what does level 3 body armor stop? While level 2 and level 3A body armor can protect against small arms fire (handguns), level 3 body armor is designed to withstand various rifle rounds, shotgun rounds, and semi-jacketed hollow point bullets (SJHPs). Level III body armor can withstand all handgun rounds and rifle rounds up to 7.62mm NATO FMJ (M80). [+] Read More
Level III Body Armor Definition
Body armor plates aren’t completely bulletproof but are bullet resistant. The resistance level of each body plate is tested by the National Institute of Justice (NIJ). NIJ sets standards and tests to ensure that a bullet does not fully penetrate body armor plates. They then assign a certified ballistic protection level. Level 3 body armor is light and strong for rifle-rated protection and maximum maneuverability.
UHMWPE Ceramic / Composite Body Armor
Constructed of advanced UHMWPE hybrid fibers, our UHMWPE body armor plates were designed and manufactured by our team of engineers with a combined experience of over 20 years. UMWPE stands for Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene (UHMWPE), a revolutionary technology in the body armor industry. These level 3 body armor plates were developed using only the best performing materials and standards for maximum protection and comfort. This durable construction provides excellent frag mitigation properties.
Spartan Armor Systems™ Level 3 Body Armor Specs:
Spartan Armor Systems Level III Body Armor has a slim, lightweight 1.2” profile. All plates are NIJ Level III ballistic certified and stab resistant.
Elaphros chest and back plates come in l0” x 12” shooter’s cut, weighing 3.5 lbs per plate. UHMWPE Level III Side Plates come in 6” x 6” or 6” x 8”, weighing 1.1 and 1.4 lbs each.
Elaphros body armor is NIJ certified to meet or exceed level III requirements under NIJ 0101.06.
All level 3 body armor plates come with a 5 year warranty and a 5 year shelf life.
Why Choose Spartan Level III Body Armor
Spartan Armor Level 3 body armor is trusted by military, law enforcement, first responders and civilians as the toughest, affordable body armor available. Spartan Armor Systems are American made and sourced to ensure quality. That’s why we offer a 5-year warranty on all of our premium body armor products.
We offer a wide range of body armor and tactical gear for every situation. Pair our level III body armor plates with one of our premium, tactical plate carriers. Need a little more protection? Check out our Level IV body armor plates, which offer the highest level of protection available on the market.
