HESCO M210 Special Threat Plate Set

Overview The HESCO M210 is a multi-curve special threat plate capable of stopping most intermediate threats along with some light armor-piercing rounds like M855A1 and 7.62×39 API. The M210 is similar in construction to the single-curve HESCO L211, but its multi-curve design greatly increases comfort and concealability. While not as cost-effective as the L211, if you have the money, the improvements are worth it. Note: The M210 plates may or may not come with the HESCO logo on them. Please be assured they are all authentic HESCO plates, designed and manufactured to the same high standard. What’s Included 2x HESCO M210 torso armor plates(i.e. sold as a set—one for the front and one for the back) Plate Carrier NOT included. If you’re looking for a carrier, check out our T.REX plate carriers HERE. WHAT’S A SPECIAL THREAT PLATE? The M210 is neither a Level 3 nor a Level 4 plate. It’s what’s called a Special Threat Plate . The National Institute of Justice, which rates armor plates, defines a Level 3 plate as one that will stop 7.62×51 M80 ball and a Level 4 plate as one that will stop 30-06 M2 AP (NIJ 0101.06). But what if you aren’t really concerned about full-powered rifle threats like M80 ball? Most militaries have been moving to intermediate cartridges over the last few decades, as have most civilian shooters and law enforcement agencies. And this is reflected in crime; most criminals and active shooters in recent history have used either handguns or intermediate rifle calibers. Also, some Level 3 plates cannot stop M855 due to its mild steel armor-penetrating core. They weren’t designed with this threat in mind. Therefore, some companies sell “Special Threat” plates—plates designed around a special threat not covered by the NIJ standards. Both the M210 and the L211 are examples of this plate; they drop M80 ball protection but stops several AR-15 and AKM light armor-penetrating rounds. Specs Warranty: Covered by HESCO’s manufacturer warranty. Warranty service is provided by HESCO. What hits can this plate take from different rounds? The M210 protects against the following: Lead Core 5.56x45mm – M193 – Max Velocity; 3280 ft/s All Sizes: 6 Shots 7.62x39mm – M67 – Max Velocity; 2410 ft/s All Sizes: 6 Shots Mild Steel Core 5.56x45mm – M855/SS109 – Max Velocity; 3150 ft/s All Sizes: 6 Shots 7.62x39mm – M43 – Max Velocity; 2410 ft/s All Sizes: 3 Shots 7.62x54R – LPS – Max Velocity; 2832 ft/s M-XL: 2 Shots S: 1 Shot Enhanced Performance 5.56x45mm – M855A1 – Max Velocity; 3180 ft/s M-XL: 3 Shots S: 1 Shot Armor Piercing Core 7.62x39mm – API – Max Velocity; 2410 ft/s All Sizes: 2 Shots Consult the Threat Matrix on the Technical Specifications sheet (left) for specifics. Made in the USA.