Two LTC 28508 ESAPI/ESBI Lightweight Level 4 Side Plates
- Defeats high-threat rifle rounds including:
- .30-06 M2 AP
- 7.62×54R B32 API and LPS
- 7.62×51 (M80, M80A1, M61 AP)
- 5.56×45 (M193, M855, M855A1, M995)
- 7.62×39 (FMJ, MSC, API)
- Rated as military-grade ESAPI/ESBI side plates
- Multi-hit capable
- Optimal when paired with IIIA soft armor backing
Construction
- Hot-pressed Boron Carbide ceramic strike surface
- Lightweight polyethylene backer
- Compliant with ESAPI Rev. J military standards
- Manufactured by LTC, a current SOCOM-contracted supplier
Built to higher standards than civilian NIJ testing
What Stands Out
- True ESBI plates, not civilian equivalents
- Designed for military full-spec carrier systems
- Higher ballistic profile than standard Level IV
- Offers tungsten-core penetration resistance (M995 rated)
- Offered to civilian buyers with fabric-covered finish
Sizes & Weights
- 6×6 – approx. 1.64 lbs
- 6×8 – approx. 2.19 lbs
- 7×8 – approx. 2.55 lbs
Thickness: approx. 0.9 inches
Specs Summary
- Equivalent to Level IV with IIIA backing
- Multi-hit tested
- Ceramic composite construction
- Made in the USA
- Designed for ESAPI/ESBI side placement
Replacement Guarantee
- Incident-based replacement coverage
- No-cost replacement with verified ballistic impact
- Coverage also applies to major disaster damage
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