The SHELLBACK TACTICAL Stars and Stripes Level III Armor Kit pairs a low-profile plate carrier with two AR1000 steel plates for a complete body armor setup. Designed for mobility and practical organization, this kit combines a durable tactical plate carrier with NIJ 0101.06-certified hard armor listed on the NIJ Compliant Products List.
The lightweight carrier is made from 500-denier nylon and accommodates 10 x 12-inch shooter- or SAPI-cut plates. Adjustable shoulder straps and cummerbund help provide a customizable fit, while PALS webbing and laser-cut loop panels support compatible pouches and ID placards. The included USA-made plates feature a single curve, shooter’s cut and Rhino Extreme 11-50 FR coating.
- Complete kit includes one Stars and Stripes plate carrier and two Model AR1000 Level III steel plates.
- Carrier weighs 1.8 pounds empty and features durable construction with reinforced bar tacking at key stress points.
- Front, rear and cummerbund PALS webbing offers space to attach compatible tactical accessories.
- Integrated kangaroo pouch holds three .223/5.56 magazines; front and rear loop panels measure 4 x 7 inches.
- 3D spacer-mesh shoulder pads, adjustable straps and a rear drag handle add practical comfort and utility.
- Cummerbund accepts 13.75 x 5.5-inch soft armor inserts; the carrier fits compatible 10 x 12-inch plates.
- Each AR1000 plate measures 10 x 12 x 0.35 inches, weighs 6.1 pounds and is multi-hit rated.
- Rated Level III and for listed rifle special threats, including M855/SS109, .223 Remington, M80 and specified 7.62 x 39mm ammunition.
- Plate protection also lists multiple handgun calibers; see manufacturer specifications for the full tested threat list.
- Includes a lifetime carrier warranty and a 10-year ballistic warranty on the plates.
Choose the SHELLBACK TACTICAL Stars and Stripes armor kit for a configurable carrier and certified AR1000 steel plate combination. Follow manufacturer guidance for fit, care and use.
