Increase protection to your lower abdomen with Chase Tactical’s JOEY Pouch Soft Armor Insert specifically designed to be used in the JOEY Utility Pouch. Added protection and safety to quality Nylon equipment.
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Soft Side Panels
Regular price $44.00Protection on all sides against 95% of the threats used in shooting incidents; our soft armor side panels from Armored Republic are compatible with all side pocket cummerbund systems and stop all handgun threats. Carry extra coverage without extra weight or bulk, giving you much-needed protection in situations where you could be exposed in multiple directions.
For situations where you’re likely to be exposed on multiple sides, the Soft Side Panel provides protection against most threats you’re likely to face. Sized 6” x 8”, this soft side plate is an IIIA body armor panel tested to stop .44 Magnum rounds and all lesser threats. It is sized to fit most side plate pockets and MOLLE pouches on the market.
Our standard p-Aramid Rimelig offers an economic lightweight option, with a weight of 0.7 lbs and thickness of 0.5".
For even thinner and lighter armor with the same protection, consider upgrading to the Hybrid model, which uses advanced materials for even thinner and lighter panels. Our Hybrid side plate version maximizes the benefits of high-tech materials such as Gold Shield® and SpectraShield®, resulting in a light and ultra-thin panel at 0.45 lbs and 0.31" thick.
*If you're using a Valkyrie or Invictus plate carrier you will need to also purchase side plate pouches.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is soft body armor? This type of armor is typically made of p-aramids like Dupont Kevlar, Dupont Gold Shield, and Honeywell Spectra Shield. Soft body armor offers people a flexible, lightweight option that is often designed to have protection levels of II, IIA, or IIIA.
- Is soft body armor or hard armor better? This will depend on what best fits your needs. If you want lightweight, concealable armor that protects against handgun threats, such as our S2 panel, then soft armor is a smart choice. For rifle-rated protection, our AR500 Armor® Heritage Plate, A1, A2, A3, P2, and C2 plates are great options.
Materials:
- Rimelig: p-Aramid
- Hybrid: Gold Shield® and SpectraShield® and Kevlar
Protection: .357 SIG FMJ Flat Nose (FN) bullets with a specified mass of 8.1 g (125 gr) and a velocity of 1,470 ft/s (+/- 30 ft/s) and with .44 Magnum Semi Jacketed Hollow Point (SJHP) bullets with a specified mass of 15.6 g (230 gr)
Capability: Multi-hit protection
Dimensions:
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6" x 8"
- Rimelig: 0.7 lbs & 0.5" thick
- Hybrid: 0.45 lbs & 0.31" thick
Shelf life: 5 years
Compatibility: Testudo, Valkyrie & Invictus Carriers
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*If you're using a Valkyrie or Invictus plate carrier you will need to also purchase side plate pouches.
Manufactured: United States
Backpack Armor Insert
Regular price $189.00Turn your favorite backpack into everyday handgun protection with our Hybrid Backpack Armor Insert from Armored Republic: Tested to Level IIIA standards, this bullet-resistant backpack soft body armor panel will protect the wearer from all pistol threats, stopping the rounds used in 95% of shooting incidents. Flexible and weighing less than 2 pounds, you can wear this armor insert for long periods of time without even noticing it. Also, at 15 inches tall and 11 inches wide, it can fit most any backpack while still providing expansive coverage.
Your best armor is the armor you have on you. That’s why the Armored Republic designed the Backpack Armor Insert specifically for our backpacks, allowing easy integration into an accessory you already take to your daily outings.
The Hybrid soft body armor insert can fit into your backpack apart from any dedicated department but also fit very well into a hydration or laptop pocket (in most cases alongside your laptop). It is made of Dupont Kevlar, Spector Shield, and Gold Shield Ballistic Fabrics. Because the panel is soft and flexible, it can be easily placed alongside other items without concern of them being battered or misplaced.
Tested in accordance with NIJ 0101.06 standards, the armor insert is Level IIIA rated with multi-hit protection against .357 SIG FMJ Flat Nose (FN) bullets (with a specified mass of 8.1 g (125 gr)) at velocities of up to 1,470 ft/s (+/- 30 ft/s), as well as against .44 Magnum Semi-Jacketed Hollow Point (SJHP) bullets with a specified mass of 15.6 g (230 gr).
The ideal choice for staying prepared in everyday life; turn your commuter pack into a concealed bullet-resistant backpack capable of defeating most any round you’re likely to face.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is there such a thing as a bulletproof backpack? No, nothing is bulletproof. Backpacks are bullet-resistant and are designed to stop specific threats mitigated by the various armor that is put in the bag.
- What can level 4 armor stop? Can a level 4 plate be put in an armored backpack? Level IV per the NIJ’s 0101.06 standards are rated to stop a single 30-06 M2 AP projectile fired at 51’ away, at a velocity of 2,880 FPS. This rating is NOT for multiple hits of this threat or lesser threats. Typically speaking, a level IV plate will stop a single bullet from most rifle threats and their AP counterparts. Yes, all Phoenix and Firebird armored backpacks made by Armored Republic have a dedicated laptop compartment that will house a level IV insert, or any of our other primary armor inserts in a 10” x 12” size (A1, A2, A3, P2, and C2).
- What are bulletproof backpacks made of? A backpack is bullet-resistant, not bulletproof since no one backpack insert can protect the wearer from all threats. A bullet-resistant backpack either has the armor sewn into the lining or an insert to place it in. Most backpacks have a soft armor panel since it is lighter weight (1-3 lbs) while steel, ceramic, and UHMWPE (polyethylene) can all be added to protect against rifle threats.
- Can a bulletproof vest stop an AK-47? There is no such thing as a bulletproof vest/armor- only bullet-resistant. Body armor cannot protect the wearer from every threat as each piece of armor is designed to stop specific levels of threats. Learn more by reading about National Institute of Justice (NIJ) standards in our Knowledge Base. An AK-47 and its 7.62x39 rounds are addressed by all level 3 and higher plates.
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What level of armor stops an AR-15? Since level 3 does not address all cartridge types and barrel lengths used by the AR-15, level 3 plus and level 4 are recommended to address all 5.56 threats. Armored Republic’s A1, A2, and A3 steel alloy plates are all level 3 plus rated and protect against additional threats such as:
- A1 Body Armor: 7.62x39 @ 3,000 FPS, .223 5.56 M193/M855 penetrators @ 3,200 FPS and /.308 WIN rounds @ 3,000 FPS.
- A2 Body Armor: 7.62x39 at 2,850 FPS. Not rated for AP rounds.
- A3 Body Armor: 7.62x39mm M43 (penetrator) at 2380 FPS, 5.56 M193 at 3,250 FPS, and 5.56 M855 (penetrator) at 3,145 FPS
Material: Dupont Kevlar, Spector Shield, and Gold Shield Ballistic Fabric
Protection: .357 SIG FMJ Flat Nose (FN) bullets with a specified mass of 8.1 g (125 gr) and a velocity of 1,470 ft/s (+/- 30 ft/s) and with .44 Magnum Semi Jacketed Hollow Point (SJHP) bullets with a specified mass of 15.6 g (230 gr)
Capability: Multi-hit protection
Dimensions:
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11" x 15"
- 1.47 lbs & 0.25” thick
Shelf life: 5 years
Compatibility: Most backpacks and laptop bags
Manufactured: United States
S2 - Soft Body Armor
Regular price $149.00The soft body armor option for concealed protection and an excellent choice for a lightweight overt loadout: Our S2 panel provides level IIIA body armor protection and is built to be convenient and capable of stopping multiple hits from all handgun threats up to 1,440 FPS. This soft armor plate is made of two alternating aramid types, layered in a special arrangement that allows the panel to work multi-directionally.
The S2 - Soft Body Armor panel is made of Aramid and built for a balance between affordability and top-level capability. It is lightweight at just 1.25 lbs and has strong stopping power defeating all handgun threats.
Tested to NIJ 0101.06 standards, the S2 is capable of stopping all IIIA body armor threats: 125-grain .357 SIG FMJ flat-nose bullets with speeds up to 1,470 feet per second and 240-grain .44 Magnum Semi-Jacketed Hollow Point (SJHP) bullets with speeds up to 1430 ft/s.
Because the S2 panel is soft armor, it can be used in a concealment capacity and bends with movements of a person's upper torso. The soft armor panel is designed, cut, sewn, and assembled in-house in Phoenix, Arizona, and has a 5-year shelf life.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is soft body armor? Soft body armor is a type of armor that is often made of layers of p-aramids like Dupont Kevlar, Dupont Gold Shield, and Honeywell Spectra Shield. This armor is flexible, lightweight, and is often designed to have protection levels of II, IIA, or IIIA.
- Is soft body armor or hard armor better? This depends on what best fits your needs. Soft body armor is a smart choice if you're wanting armor that is lightweight, concealable, and protects against handgun threats, like our S2 panel. If you need rifle-rated protection then hard armor is a smarter choice like our AR500 Armor® Heritage Plate, A1, A2, A3, P2, and C2 plates.
- Can soft armor stop bullets? Can it stop knives? Soft armor has no problems defeating handgun rounds. As for edged weapons- it depends. Most soft body armor, at least contemporary designs using aramid or Kevlar, are arranged in a multi-directional weave pattern. This means soft armor generally acts like a net with tensile strength and density high enough to resist a modest ballistic threat. Due to this design, knives, arrowheads, and truncated or conical projectiles with a high enough velocity (like rifle rounds) can ultimately pass through. Most stab-resistant soft armor has a special “chainmail” like layer to address edged threats, however, it can be ineffective against hypodermic needles and add a significant cost and weight to the armor platform.
Material: Aramid Fiber, and Laminated Ripstop Nylon (sonic welded)
Protection: .357 SIG FMJ Flat Nose (FN) bullets with a specified mass of 8.1g (125gr) and a velocity of 1,470 ft/s (+/- 30 ft/s) and with .44 Magnum Semi Jacketed Hollow Point (SJHP) bullets with a specified mass of 15.6g (230gr)
Capability: Multi-hit protection
Dimensions & Compatibility:
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10” x 12”
- Weight: 1.25 lbs
- Thickness: 0.36"
- Plate Carriers: Testudo, Valkyrie, Invictus & AR Concealment
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11" x 14"
- Weight: 1.54 lbs
- Thickness: 0.36"
- Plate Carriers: Testudo & AR Concealment
Shelf life: 5 years
Manufactured: United States