Tested to NIJ 0101.07 \/ NIJ 0123.00 RF3 Conditions | .30-06 M2 AP | Stand-Alone<\/p>\n
The CASTLE12 RF3 ESAPI Multi-Curve Ballistic Plate combines a silicon carbide (SiC) ceramic strike face with a polyethylene (PE) composite backing in a stand-alone armor configuration.
\nIts ESAPI-cut, multi-curve profile is shaped to provide a closer fit to the torso, helping improve plate stability and freedom of movement when used with a compatible plate carrier.
\nThis product is sold as a pair and is designed for professional law enforcement, military and mission-specific applications requiring protection against high-level rifle threats.<\/p>\n
Test Laboratory: Element U.S. Space & Defense
\nTest Method: NIJ Standard 0101.07
\nThreat Level: NIJ Standard 0123.00 RF3
\nTest Threat: .30-06 M2 AP, 7.62 \u00d7 63 mm, nominal 166-grain
\nTest Velocity: 2,850\u20132,910 ft\/s, approximately 869\u2013887 m\/s
\nTest Result: No complete penetration; backface deformation did not exceed 44 mm
\nArmor Configuration: Stand-Alone (SA)
\nThe stand-alone configuration means that the plate was designed and tested to provide its stated protection without requiring a soft armor backer in the tested configuration.<\/p>\n
Strike Face: Silicon carbide ceramic, SiC
\nBacking Material: PE composite
\nCut: ESAPI
\nProfile: Multi-Curve
\nConfiguration: Stand-Alone
\nThe SiC ceramic strike face is designed to disrupt and disperse the energy of the incoming projectile, while the PE composite backing absorbs and distributes the remaining impact energy.<\/p>\n
Dimensions: 24 \u00d7 32 \u00d7 3 cm
\nApproximate Imperial Dimensions: 9.4 \u00d7 12.6 \u00d7 1.18 in
\nWeight: Approximately 2.7 kg \/ 5.95 lb per plate
\nAvailable Colors: Black and OD Green
\nPackage Contents: Two ballistic plates
\nSales Configuration: Sold as a pair<\/p>\n
Under NIJ Standard 0123.00, RF3 is the updated rifle protection designation corresponding to the former NIJ Level IV nomenclature.
\nA legacy Level IV rating does not automatically qualify a product as RF3. The applicable test standard, product configuration and official test report should always be identified.<\/p>\n
The performance information on this page applies only to the tested model, size, material construction and test configuration.
\nFinal product specifications are subject to the product label, order documentation and official ballistic test report.<\/p>\n