AR550 - Steel Body Armor - Set of Two

AR550 - Steel Body Armor

Overview

Spartan Armor Systems® AR550 Steel Body Armor offers advanced rifle-rated threat protection at an affordable price. Made from high-quality American steel and manufactured entirely in the USA, this armor provides enhanced safety for law enforcement, military personnel, and responsible civilians. With its special threat rating, the AR550 offers superior protection against most rifle threats, giving you peace of mind in high-risk situations.

Threat Level

• NIJ Standard: NIJ Certified to 0101.06 Level III Standards (SC, FC Option Only) - Special Threat Rated Level III+/RF2
• Protection Against: High-Velocity Rifle Rounds
  • Rated to stop 7.62x51mm M80 Ball
  • Special threat rated to stop up to 5.56 M855 Green Tip and 5.56 M855A1 Enhanced Green Tip

Key Features

• Affordable Protection: High-quality armor at a price point accessible to a wide range of users
• Made in USA: Manufactured entirely in the United States using steel from US mills, ensuring quality and supporting domestic industry
• Encapsaloc™ Coating: Full Coat option provides superior fragmentation and spall mitigation, enhancing user safety

Specifications

• Material: AR550 Ballistic Steel Sourced from U.S.A Steel Mills
• Size: Available in 10" x 12" and 11" x 14"
• Weight: Varies by size and coating (see detailed specs)
• Thickness: 0.25" core + ~0.25" coating (total 0.5-0.6")
• Cut: Available in Shooters Cut or High Mobility Cut

Additional Information

• Coating: Available in Full Coat (with Encapsaloc™) or Base Coat options (Base Coat only provides corosion protection)
• Warranty: 5-year warranty, 20-year shelf life
• Legal: Cannot be shipped to NY or CT. Subject to US export regulations.
• Purchase Information: Cannot be shipped to NY or CT. 20-year shelf life, 5-year warranty.