Bullet Proofing Technology’s Standalone Level III (3) Ceramic/UHMWPE Plate
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Weight Per Plate: 2.85kg
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Size: 250x300mm (standard commercial size which fits most vests with plate pockets)
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Shape: Multi-Curve
Note: plates are price/sold individually
- All plate sizes are 250 x 300mm, except Ladies front, which is 210 x 260mm
- All plates covered with black wear-resistant woven material. Other colours are possible, but not standard.
- All plates are Multi-Curved shape. Single Curve is also possible on special orders
- The price per volume is applicable on plates ordered per order, to be delivered as a continious production lot
- Side plate dimensions, weights and prices available on request.
- Any other requirements can be accomodated as special requests
- The protection referred to in the table is based on the following bullet details and velocities
a. 5,56 x 45 Ball (M193) is a FMJ bullet with Lead core with a weight of 55gn. The bullet velocity is 960m/s. This is the standard SANDF bullet used in the R-4 rifle
b. 5,56 x 45 Ball (SS-109) is a FMJ bullet with Lead core withsteel penetrator and a weight of 60gn. The bullet velocity is 950m/s. This is the new standard NATO bullet used in the M16-A2 rifle
c. 7,62 x 39 Ball (MSC) is a FMJ bullet with Steel jacket and Mild Steel Core with a weight of 125gn. The bullet velocity is 710m/s. This is the standard AK-47 threat encountered in the RSA
d. 7,62 x 39 API (BZT) is a FMJ bullet with Hardened Steel Core with a weight of 123gn. The bullet velocity is 725m/s. This is the Armour Piercing bullet used in the AK-47 rifle
e. 7,62 x 51 Ball is a FMJ bullet with Lead core with a weight of 143 - 148gn. The bullet velocity is 954m/s. This is the previous generation SANDF bullet used in the R-1 rifle
f. 7,62 x 51 AP (NATO) is a FMJ bullet with Hardened Steel Core with a weight of 123gn. The bullet velocity is 830m/s. This is the Armour Piercing bullet used in the R-1 rifle
g. 7,62 x 63 AP (M2) is a FMJ bullet with Hardened Steel Core with a weight of 168gn. The bullet velocity is 868m/s. This is a 2nd World War bullet not encountered any more, but often specified as the worst possible case rifle threat