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Posted: 2/10/2016 9:34:39 PM EDT
| Why is it that level IV armor is pretty much universally cheaper then a comparable level III or III+? What are you missing out on with the level IV armor? |
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Gotta look at the materials, what kinda curve(multi, or single,) weight, and ratings. Those determine the price more than anything.
I think I know what you are talking about, I've seen companies offering $120 level 4 plates, that are single curve, 8+ lbs, and are cheaper than their 3+ plates. Those are priced cheaper due to weight and the way it fits. Those are not plates you want to be wearing for any real length of time. And are usually sold as " just in case" plates. |
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You are going to want multi-curve plates for the most comfort. Generally the more protection and the lighter the plate equals more money.
As for level 3 plates, AR500 and target man I believe both have ar500 level 3 that come in around 6 pounds. http://www.ar500armor.com/ar500-armor-lightweight-10-x-12-level-iii-alsc-body-armor.html#.Vryf3Mdcmng Appalachian Training has some good armor that is light at around 5lbs. http://store.appalachiantraining.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=AT%2DSTOP%2DMED |
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Level IV's are primarily ceramic with a backing material. The type of ceramic and type of backer determine weight and cost.
The lighter the plate, the more advanced the materials required and consequently, the more expensive those materials will be. Level IV testing requires a single shot of M2AP while level III testing requires six shots of 7.62x51 (basically equivalent to .308 Winchester). That's another reason for the massive cost difference. The lightest level IV that I know of is also a multi-hit rated plate but it's very expensive. |
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Level IV's are primarily ceramic with a backing material. The type of ceramic and type of backer determine weight and cost. The lighter the plate, the more advanced the materials required and consequently, the more expensive those materials will be. Level IV testing requires a single shot of M2AP while level III testing requires six shots of 7.62x51 (basically equivalent to .308 Winchester). That's another reason for the massive cost difference. The lightest level IV that I know of is also a multi-hit rated plate but it's very expensive. Layer60 - which plate are you referring to? |
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Level IV's are primarily ceramic with a backing material. The type of ceramic and type of backer determine weight and cost. The lighter the plate, the more advanced the materials required and consequently, the more expensive those materials will be. Level IV testing requires a single shot of M2AP while level III testing requires six shots of 7.62x51 (basically equivalent to .308 Winchester). That's another reason for the massive cost difference. The lightest level IV that I know of is also a multi-hit rated plate but it's very expensive. Layer60 - which plate are you referring to? This one... |
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