Ballistic protection

Ballistic Resistance refers to the ability of materials or inserts to resist penetration by projectiles.

There are several levels of ballistic resistance, identified by numbers or letters, that specify the types of ballistic threats the material or insert can withstand.



LEVEL I

Protection against: Small-caliber handgun rounds.

  • Caliber: .22 LR (Long Rifle), .380 ACP.
  • Ammunition type: Standard lead bullets without special features.
  • Application: Low-risk scenarios such as security services or protection against stray bullets.



LEVEL IIA

Protection against: Low-velocity handgun projectiles.

  • Caliber: 9mm Luger, .40 S&W.
  • Ammunition type: Standard FMJ (Full Metal Jacket) without armor-piercing cores.
  • Application: Concealed vests for police or civilian use in urban environments.



LEVEL II

Protection against: Medium-velocity handgun projectiles.

  • Caliber: 9mm Luger, .357 Magnum.
  • Ammunition type: FMJ or HP (Hollow Point) at higher velocities.
  • Application: Standard police vests, medium-risk scenarios.



LEVEL IIIA

Protection against: High-powered handgun projectiles and some rifle rounds.

  • Caliber: .44 Magnum, 9mm AP (Armor Piercing).
  • Ammunition type: Magnum rounds, some projectiles with steel cores.
  • Application: High-risk environments, such as SWAT teams or VIP protection.



LEVEL III

Protection against: Assault rifle projectiles of intermediate calibers.

  • Caliber: 5.56×45mm NATO, 7.62×39mm (AK-47) depending on the number of hits to a specific area.
  • Ammunition type: FMJ, some armor-piercing rounds.
  • Application: Tactical missions, military operations, protection against assault rifle attacks.



LEVEL IV

Protection against: Highly armor-piercing projectiles and large-caliber rounds.

  • Caliber: 7.62×63mm (.30-06), 7.62×51mm NATO (.308 Winchester) depending on the number of hits to a specific area.
  • Ammunition type: AP (Armor Piercing) rounds with steel or tungsten cores.
  • Application: Military deployment, protection against heavy assault weapons, combat operations in high-risk zones.


It is important to note that ballistic resistance can be achieved through a combination of materials, such as aramid fibers, polyethylene, or ceramic plates.

Each level provides varying degrees of protection and is suited to specific situations and threats.

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