Trident AR500 Steel | Level III | Multi-Hit Rated

When your safety is on the line, you need armor that has been tested, not just claimed. This stand-alone armor plate is built from certified AR500 steel and independently lab tested for multi-hit capability. It is rated to stop up to six hits from 7.62 NATO (.308 Winchester) at velocities up to 2780 fps.

Because it is a stand-alone plate, it needs no soft armor backer to deliver its rated protection. Just load it into your carrier and go.

Key Features

Multi-Hit Rated: Up to Six Hits
Independently tested and rated to withstand up to six impacts from 7.62 NATO (.308 Win) rounds traveling up to 2780 fps.

Certified AR500 Steel
Manufactured from certified AR500 steel with a Brinell Hardness rating of 505-518 BHN, a hardness range that resists penetration and deformation under repeated impact.

Approximately 0.6″ Thick
A slim profile for a plate rated to stop multiple rifle rounds, so it fits standard plate carriers.

Precision Laser Cut
Every plate is laser cut for consistent edges, accurate dimensions, and a reliable fit in your carrier.

Independent Lab Tested
Performance claims are backed by testing from an independent laboratory, not just in-house numbers.

Three Sizes, Two Coatings
Choose the size that fits your carrier and the coating that fits your needs.

Choose Your Size

Size	Approx. Thickness	Weight
8″ x 10″	~0.6″	Varies by coating
10″ x 12″	~0.6″	Varies by coating
11″ x 14″	~0.6″	Varies by coating

Actual weight depends on plate size and the coating selected. Exact weights are listed on each product option.

Choose Your Coating

Base Coat
A lighter coating that protects the steel and keeps weight down. This is for plate corrosion protection and is NOT intended as a spall reduction coating.

Full Coat
A more complete coating for added surface protection and spall reduction/encapsulation capabilities. (Highly recommended)

Specifications


Material	Certified AR500 steel
Hardness	505-518 BHN (Brinell)
Thickness	Approximately 0.6″
Manufacturing	Laser cut
Rated Threat	7.62 NATO (.308 Winchester), up to 2780 fps
Multi-Hit Rating	Up to 6 hits
Testing	Independent laboratory tested
Configuration	Stand-alone (no backer required)
Sizes	8″ x 10″, 10″ x 12″, 11″ x 14″
Coating Options	Base coat or full coat
Weight	Varies by size and coating

Why Choose AR500 Steel?

AR500 steel is valued for its hardness, durability, and price. Compared with many ceramic and composite plates, steel plates typically cost less, handle rough use well, and don’t crack from ordinary bumps and drops. Combined with a rated multi-hit capability, that makes this plate a practical choice for professionals and preparedness-minded buyers who want tested protection at a reasonable price.

Who It’s For

What’s Included

**Body armor cannot be purchased by and will not be shipped to residents of the following states due to restrictions: CA, CT, MD or NY.