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Set (2) Model 1023 Edge-to-Edge RF3 Ceramic Armor Plates with Built In Trauma Pads
Specifically designed with a blend of performance and comfort needed for law enforcement applications. Also available to qualified members of the general public (legal and compliant with all laws).
This armor is available in a variety of shapes and sizes. Please select below with the understanding that changing the options will also change the weight. All plates are edge-to-edge ceramic coverage. All plates have built in trauma pads and crack arresting technology. All plates are RF3 single-curved armor and are 1" thick.
The differences between the 1023 and 6906 are the built-in trauma pad, the crack arresting layer and the use of a lighter plate backing material. The 1023 layup results in less backface deformation and increased multiple-hit resistance.
Made in the USA with the world's strongest materials. Five out of eight plate layers and components are 100% US sourced including all adhesives.
American-made polyethylene high performance crack arresting layer.
Built-in trauma pads.
Better than competitor plates: We use a crack arrestor, PE backers (no glass) and a ceramic tile array. The competition does not.
Edge-to-edge ceramic coverage for perfect fit in your armor plate carrier.
Stronger than the competition. Our mosaic strike face outperforms the competition's monolithic, low-purity, underbuilt products.
Effective, mosaic style ceramic strike face constructed from individual, high quality ceramic.
We use 99%+ alumina tile - our competitors do not.
Our manufacturing system applies constant, predictable pressure throughout the manufacturing process. We do not use bagging films. We use sturdy, well-made silicone super seal bags.
For side plates, select the 6.25 x 6.25" or 6.25" x 8.25" sizes in Full Cut (square configuration).
Weights:
2.2 pounds each for 6.25" x 6.25"
3 pounds each for 6.25" x 8.25".
7.3 pounds each for the shooter's cut 9.85" x 12".
7.5 pounds each for the SAPI cut 9.85" x 12".
8 pounds each for the SAPI cut and shooter's cut 10.25" x 12.25".
10.5 pounds for the 11.25 x 14.25" SAPI cut.
11 pounds for the 11.25" x 14.25 square cut.
Price per set unless otherwise stated.
Standalone armor.
99%+ pure alumina.
Mosaic ceramic configuration.
Thickness: 1".
Color: Black.
Standard: RF3/NIJ Level 4 (RF3) Rifle.
Ballistic Material: alumina ceramic 99% pure and UHMWPE backing plate. Strike face material includes crack arresting layer to reduce ceramic fragment dust and increase multi-hit capability. 100% MADE IN USA adhesives (including source ingredients).
Ballistic Performance: All Level 3+ threats, PLUS M2 AP (.30 caliber armor piercing ammunition). Multi-hit capable and supported by NIJ-approved labs professional testing. Multiple hit tested by NIJ labs. An example of the multiple hit resistance can be seenhere.
Outer Material: Black, 1000 denier water resistant nylon
See ballistic tag for WARNINGS and wear/use details.
Differences from Model 9049: Thinner crack arrestor, built-in trauma pad, lighter.
This product complies with NIJ Standard 0101.07 for Ballistic Resistance of Body Armor.
Made in the USA (Emerald Isle, North Carolina) with high-quality, worldwide sources possessing advanced capabilities. 100% US-sourced adhesive ingredients and blended, made in USA polyethylene. For information about our supply chain, please click here.
U.S. Law prohibits persons convicted of certain violent state and/or federal felonies from purchasing body armor. You are responsible for knowledge of and compliance with federal, state and local laws regarding body armor.
All sales are in compliance with and customer acknowledgement of our Return Policy and LEGAL NOTICEhere. Please wear your armor in compliance with the ballistic label included on your product. DO NOT test your armor by intentionally wearing it during ballistic testing.
All sales are final and in compliance with our LEGAL and SHIPPING policies (see links at the bottom of the page).
Overall great experience. Arrived well packaged and quick. Very well made set of armor. It is just as described. Can't really say much more than that. Will recommend to anyone interested in getting some personal protection. Probably the most honest and straightforward company in this business.
The quality of the vest is on point. It provides several ways to set up your gear without causing discomfort. Someone who is 5'11'' and 220lbs the vest provides adjustments to fit my frame. Also, I like the level of secureness that is provided for the plates. Which takes away from the fear of them falling out while doing extreme movements.
I am beyond pleased and satisfied with my plate, and the best customer service I've experienced. From taking the time out of a Sunday afternoon to walk me through my selection and receiving it within a week was above and beyond great service. Such an awesome product, thanks Team GTS!
These plates exceeded my expectations. You never know what your gonna get with online stores these days but GTS came through. The plates are well made, light weight and the fabric around the plates is secure. Definitely recommend and will be buying again.
Just a civilian consumer here! It was my first time buying plates and I'm pretty impressed with them. Not sure what I'm supposed to expect, but I'm happy and I hope that I never have to use these plates.
Quality is top notch here!
Thanks for helping me with sizing and getting me setup.
For anyone curious, I'm using them in a Agilite k19 and they are snug AF!
Thank you for everything that you're doing !
I spoke to the owner and he was very helpful. He explained details, answered all of my questions, and shipped all products the morning after I placed the order. Overall great experience.
Unbeatable Quality. Unrivaled Value. Top Notch Customer Service.
I could not be happier with these plates. Extremely high quality at an unbeatable price point. The customer service is on par with the best I've experienced in ANY transaction. Their passion is clearly genuine and it shows in both the product and their interaction with me. It's greatly appreciated. GTS has earned a customer for life in me and I will be referring all of my friends and family to GTS for their life saving products. Thanks again VERY much and keep up the incredible work! I look forward to making another purchase in the future!
Overall great experience. Arrived well packaged and quick. Very well made set of armor. It is just as described. Can't really say much more than that. Will recommend to anyone interested in getting some personal protection. Probably the most honest and straightforward company in this business.
The quality of the vest is on point. It provides several ways to set up your gear without causing discomfort. Someone who is 5'11'' and 220lbs the vest provides adjustments to fit my frame. Also, I like the level of secureness that is provided for the plates. Which takes away from the fear of them falling out while doing extreme movements.
I am beyond pleased and satisfied with my plate, and the best customer service I've experienced. From taking the time out of a Sunday afternoon to walk me through my selection and receiving it within a week was above and beyond great service. Such an awesome product, thanks Team GTS!