From Bronze Shields to Ballistic Precision: Why HESCO Armor Sets the Standard for Modern Protection

Since civilization began, armies have used armor to protect their troops. Today’s modern military, security, and law enforcement agencies are no different. After all, today’s warrior also willingly goes out in harm’s way, just like his ancient counterpart.

However, thanks to ongoing innovation, the modern warrior has an impressive range of mission-specific armor to choose from. There is a wide selection of body armor plate solutions for just about every combat and security situation.
The National Institute of Justice (NIJ) is responsible for classifying different plates based on their threat level and threat stopping power assessment. The lower numbers II, IIA, etc. are good for small projectiles while the higher levels such as level IV can even stop full power armor-piercing military rounds.

But, there’s always a tradeoff between weight, bulk, and size vis-à-vis protection level. In other words, the more effective the body armor plate, the heavier and bulkier it is. This means less mobility just when it is needed the most, during the heat of a combat situation. That’s why many soldiers find it difficult to wear higher levels of protection for longer periods. This drawback has meant that those who need such protection the most can’t wear it beyond a few hours at most. Lugging around all that extra weight is pretty exhausting and lowers the operational efficiency of the personnel who wear them.

HESCO Body Plates: The Perfect Solution!
But that was then, and this is now. HESCO’s advanced armor plates have gone a long way toward solving this issue. That’s precisely why HESCO armor plates are a leading choice for ballistic protection, trusted by professionals and agencies who depend on their gear.
They are light enough to wear for long duty hours and don’t add too much bulk to your kit. At the same time, they deliver protection comparable to much heavier and bulkier plates. Apart from that, every HESCO armor plate is rigorously tested at their modern facility in Aberdeen, Washington.

HESCO builds each plate around the right material for its threat level. The 600 Series (such as the 3611C) and 200 Series plates use Honeywell SPECTRA, a high-tensile composite that is pound-for-pound roughly 15 times stronger than steel yet far lighter. Their Level IV plates, by contrast, use an advanced ceramic/UHMWPE construction to defeat armor-piercing rounds. HESCO stands by each of their products and holds them to exacting standards.
All of HESCO’s body plate solutions have been precision-made to provide a high level of protection for those who serve, both in and out of uniform.

Apart from front and back plates, they also offer side plates to ensure full torso protection against a wide variety of threats. For anyone who goes in harm’s way, quality body armor is one of the most sensible investments you can make in your own safety.
With HESCO Armor, you can equip yourself with protection designed to help keep you safer in life-threatening situations.