AR500 Level IV Plate - 10 x 12 - Curved

SKU: IV-10X12-CV
$199

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**United States law restricts possession of body armor for convicted felons. Many U.S. states also have penalties for possession or use of body armor by felons. LA Police Gear is also unable to ship any Body Armor, Plates, Shields, etc. to the state of Connecticut or outside of the United States. By purchasing body armor from LA Police Gear, you are certifying that you have not been convicted of any crime that would restrict you from being able to purchase or possess body armor under any Federal or State laws. Furthermore, you are acknowledging that you do not intend to use the body armor for any criminal purpose and that you are over the age of 18 years old.

LA Police Gear reserves the right to refuse to sell body armor to any person.**

Due to the nature of our product, all sales are final. No returns are accepted after the order has been placed. Please contact us prior to placing your order to address any concerns or questions.

The AR500 Level IV Plate - 10 x 12 - Curved is rated just for 30.06 APM2 (armor piercing) rounds. Built with a profile of .75" thickness, The level IV body armor is built with a thinner profile compared to current market offerings at 7.5lb's per plate.

Rated for a single 30.06 APM2 (7.62mm x 63mm 165gr Armor Piercing, Black Tip) round, and all lesser Level III threats, AR500 Armor Level IV Body Armor provides protection against a higher threat level than the traditional Level III body armor. Stand-Alone, the Level IV body armor does not require any additional backing or soft inserts to meet the threat level. The curved contour improves comfort and ergonomics, with a similar design to the contour of our Level III body armor. Utilizing a durable single panel ceramic strike face to maintain unmatched ballistic properties for higher level threats, and a composite backing comparable to a traditional armor system; similar to what is currently, standard issue in the military. Coated with our PAXCON protective coating in conjunction with our strike face, spall & fragmentation containment on our Level IV body armor is industry leading. Fully sealed from the elements, our PAXCON coating creates a water tight seal which protects the inner armor components from liquids, chemicals, UV, sweat, and other harsh elements. Designed to be used as a front or back plate.

AR500 Armor Level IV
Body Armor Features:

  • Level IV rated for threats up to a 30.06 Armor Piercing round
  • 10" x 12" SAPI cut profile
  • Stand-Alone
  • Ergonomic curvature for improved comfort
  • Designed to be used as a front or back plate
  • Composite, Ceramic, and PAXCON construction
  • Thin .75" profile
  • 7.5lb per plate
  • PAXCON coated, liquid, chemical, UV, and sweat resistant
  • Single panel ceramic strike face, composite backing
  • 5 Year Warranty
  • 100% Made in the USA

WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including arsenic, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Overall rating: 4.65 / 5 from 20 reviews.

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Excellent plates light and fits

"Excellent plates light and fits well inside vest"

— Harminder M. (5/5)

Good product.

"Good product."

— Harry C. (5/5)

Beware....Not as advertised

"Nice re-branded lvl IV RMR model 1155.....these weigh 8.3 lbs not the advertised 7.5 lbs and are over 1" thick not the advertised .75". The RMR 1155 are $50 cheaper. Trying to reach customer support but no luck...."

— Jonathan (1/5)

Best of the best!

"LVL4 AR500 plates! Best of the best!"

— Robert H. (5/5)

Great plates

"Not too heavy, fit nicely in my rig. Hopefully I never need to test them."

— JASON P. (5/5)

Perfect

"Exactly what I needed hopefully I'll never have to test them. Fit perfectly in my rig. Shipped very quickly to my base overseas"

— Andrew (5/5)

Great deal

"Arrived on time, fits well in my Condor carrier. Hope I never have to find out how good it works"

— Jin (5/5)

Heavy Duty Armor

"Definitely heavy duty armor. I was impressed by the AR500 torture test that I watched on YouTube. It fits well in my tac vest and doesn't slide around. The price was right too. With the curved plates it makes it more comfortable."

— C.N. W. (5/5)

As I Expected

"Exactly what I expected to receive. Not as heavy as I thought, but they take getting used to."

— Tom S. (5/5)

Excellent

"Excellent body armor, works well with most condor vest. Seen excellent YouTube review videos from demolition ranch and iraqveteran8888. Shipping was fast. Hope I never have to use it but if I do, I know it will save me."

— Rafael P. (5/5)

Q&A

are thse plates available to the public?
Here is a copy of our body armor policy which can also be found on our Policies page: United States law restricts possession of body armor for convicted felons. Many U.S. states also have penalties for possession or use of body armor by felons. LA Police Gear is unable to ship any Body Armor, Plates, Shields, etc. to the state of Connecticut or outside of the United States. By purchasing body armor from LA Police Gear, you are certifying that you have not been convicted of any crime that would restrict you from being able to purchase or possess body armor under any Federal or State laws. Furthermore, you are acknowledging that you do not intend to use the body armor for any criminal purpose and that you are over the age of 18 years old. LA Police Gear does reserve the right to refuse to sell body armor to any person.
how much does it weigh?
This Level IV plate (AR500-IV-10X12-CV) weighs 7.5 lbs.
So would this item fit into a Crye Precision Jumpable Plate Carrier? I"m pretty sure it would, just want to make sure before I purchase.
According to Crye's website, the size of the plates depends on the size of the carrier. We recommend contacting them directly to verify what size plates will accommodate your specific carrier.
Will this plate stop 12 gauge? What is the difference between steel and ceramic plates?
I believe that the lvl IV should stop a 12 guage, they have videos of the LVL III being tested against that so i would expect the LVL IV to protect even better. AR500 has a bunch of educational videos regarding their plates and I believe they also go into detail on the differences between their plates on there site as well - http://www.ar500armor.com/armor-test-videos.html Here's a nice write up on the difference between cermaic and steel - http://www.ehow.com/about_6152629_ceramic-vs_-steel-plate.html
Are these plates steel or ceramic?
Ceramic
Would this plate fit or rather work in tandem with a level 3 soft concealed BPV?
As long as your carrier can fit both pieces of armor together then yes. Some carriers allow more room than others, you will need about .75 inches of extra room to accommodate the thickness of the plate.
Is it legal to own in Los Angeles County?
We do not provide legal advice here, that would be something that you would have to confirm with your local county/state/city. We expect our customers to be aware of their local laws and since they are so different from state to state, we steer clear from offering legal advice due to liability issues.
Can civilians buy level 3 and above body armor or do you have to have a military or law enforcement Id?
Those laws differ from state to state, and probably even depending what city/county you live in as well. Due to liability issues we aren't allowed to give legal advice with questions like that. The best we can tell you is to check with your local law enforcement to determine what is legal for where you currently reside.
Is This ar500 plate legal in California
You will have to check with your local law enforcement authority to see if these are legal in your city/state/county.
Does this plate have an expiration date?
They have a date of manufacturer and they are warrantied for 5 yrs of the time you purchased it. ∑ There is no set shelf life or expiration date. Here's a link to their site where they explain details - http://www.ar500armor.com/ar500-armor-faq.html Hope that helps!
would this be the same plate I would use for the back of my plate carrier?
Yes, it can also be used as a back plate.
How much does this plate weigh? How much does the level III version weigh?
This Level IV plate (AR500-IV-10X12-CV) weighs 7.5 lbs. The Level III plate shooter's cut (http://www.lapolicegear.com/ar500-curved-trauma-plate.html) is also 7.5 lbs.
Is this for a pair or single plate?
This is for a single plate.
so only law enforcement and active duty military can buy this body armour? or can anybody buy it? what about veterans?
We can only sell to active LEO, Military, or Security guard with valid ID at this time.
Is this plate nij certified for 06 requirements?
According to AR500 - "Our Level IV plate is tested to the same requirements set forth from the NIJ in their .06 standard."
does it come with two plates or just one
This item only comes with one plate.
While this plate is rated for a single 30.06 AP round,will it stop multiple level iii rounds?
According to AR500 - "The Level IV is a ceramic composite plate and is rated up to a 30 AUT 6 M2AP ,but it is only single shot rated. " So it seems that it will not take multiple shots due to it being a ceramic plate.
Do you ship thin item Outside the USA?
We are unable to ship body armor outside of the US.
Do the plates come in pairs or is that the price for only one?
These are sold individually.
How accurate is LAPGs backorder time on this?
The ETA for this item is 8 weeks as stated in the description
Is this plate universal front and back?
That is correct.