HighCom Guardian 4S16 Level IV Lightweight Armor Plate – Advanced Armor-Piercing Rifle Threat Protection
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HighCom Guardian 4S16 Level IV Lightweight Multi-Curve Armor Plate for High-Threat Deployments
The HighCom Guardian 4S16 is a high-performance NIJ 0101.06 Level IV Compliant hard armor plate designed to defend law enforcement personnel, tactical response teams, and military operators against severe armor-piercing rifle threats. Engineered as a lightweight stand-alone solution, the 4S17/4S16 series neutralizes extreme ballistic hazards including .30-06 AP M2 ammunition without requiring supplementary soft armor backing inserts.
Utilizing an advanced monolithic ceramic architecture combined with a proprietary high-performance composite backing, the Guardian 4S16 achieves significant weight reduction compared to traditional Level IV plates without sacrificing multi-hit structural integrity. Its contoured multi-curve ergonomic geometry aligns naturally with torso mechanics, reducing fatigue and enhancing upper-body mobility during prolonged active shooter or high-threat tactical operations.
Key Benefits:
- Certified Armor-Piercing Protection: Standard-rated to NIJ 0101.06 Level IV standards to defeat armor-piercing rifle rounds including 7.62x63mm .30-06 AP M2.
- Lightweight Engineering: Advanced ceramic-composite matrix provides complete Level IV threat neutralization at a lower weight profile than conventional plates.
- Stand-Alone Architecture: Functions independently to deliver maximum ballistic stopping power without requiring additional soft armor backing.
- Ergonomic Multi-Curve Contour: Form-fitted design distributes plate weight evenly across the shoulders and chest for superior operational comfort.
- Resilient Exterior Enclosure: Covered in heavy-duty 1000D Cordura nylon to protect internal ceramic strike faces from moisture, UV radiation, and severe physical wear.
- Institutional Assurance: Produced in USA-based ISO 9001 and BA 9000 certified facilities and backed by a 10-year manufacturer warranty.
Specifications:
- Protection Level: NIJ 0101.06 Level IV Compliant (Listed on CPL)
- Threat Profile: 7.62x63mm AP (.30-06 AP M2), 7.62x51mm M80 NATO, 7.62x39mm MSC, 5.56x45mm M193/M855
- Armor Type: Hard Armor Plate (Stand-Alone)
- Strike Face Material: High-density monolithic ceramic tile
- Backing Material: Proprietary ballistic composite matrix
- Exterior Cover: 1000D Cordura ballistic textured cover
- Thickness/Profile: 0.9 inches (23 mm)
- Country of Origin: Made in the USA
- Warranty: 10-Year Manufacturer Ballistic Warranty
Sizing Chart
| Size | Curvature | Cut | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5" x 7" | Single Curve | Full Cut | 2.31 lbs / 1.05 kg |
| 5" x 8" | Single Curve | Full Cut | 2.65 lbs / 1.20 kg |
| 6" x 6" | Single Curve | Full Cut | 2.20 lbs / 1.00 kg |
| 6" x 8" | Single Curve | Full Cut | 3.09 lbs / 1.40 kg |
| 8" x 10" | Single Curve | Full Cut | 5.14 lbs / 2.33 kg |
| 8" x 10" | Single Curve | Shooters Cut | 5.00 lbs / 2.27 kg |
| 10" x 12" | Single Curve | Full Cut | 7.64 lbs / 3.47 kg |
| 10" x 12" | Single Curve | Shooters Cut | 6.46 lbs / 2.93 kg |
| 10" x 12" | Single Curve | Swimmers Cut | 6.61 lbs / 3.00 kg |
| 10" x 12" | Multi Curve | Shooters Cut | 6.46 lbs / 2.93 kg |
| 7¼" x 11½" | Multi Curve | SAPI (XS) | 4.91 lbs / 2.23 kg |
| 8¾" x 11¾" | Multi Curve | SAPI (S) | 6.31 lbs / 2.86 kg |
| 9½" x 12½" | Multi Curve | SAPI (M) | 7.31 lbs / 3.32 kg |
| 10" x 13¼" | Multi Curve | SAPI (L) | 8.38 lbs / 3.80 kg |
| 11" x 14" | Multi Curve | SAPI (XL) | 9.24 lbs / 4.19 kg |
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