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HESCO P210 – 200 Series | Enhanced Pistol Threats Standalone Plate
The P210 is the pistol answer in the 200 Series. It delivers hard-plate protection against enhanced pistol threats in a plate that weighs about 1 lb in the 10×12 and sits just 0.24″ thick. Built from pure UHMWPE, it is buoyant and carries comfortably under a shirt or in a low-profile carrier, which makes it the plate SierraTac recommends for plainclothes, protective detail, off-duty, and marine roles.
- Weight: About 1.0 lb (10×12 Shooter Cut), 0.24″ thick
- Curve: Multi-curve, ergonomic fit for extended wear
- Construction: 200 Series pure UHMWPE, buoyant, with CORDURA nylon wrap
- Protection: Enhanced Pistol Threats (HESCO designation, not an NIJ rating), standalone, no additional backer required
- Best for: Low vis pistol protection for plainclothes, protective detail, off-duty
- Note: Pistol-threat plate, not rifle rated. Pairs with a rifle-rated plate for a dual loadout.
- Available in 10×12 Shooter Cut and SAPI sizes
- Ships in 1-3 days
Why the P210?
The information below is organized to support both individual selection and team procurement decisions. Coverage, weight, and construction trade-offs are explained in operational terms to help professionals make the right call for their mission and their team.
The P210 is the pistol answer in the 200 Series. It delivers hard-plate protection against enhanced pistol threats in a plate that weighs about 1 lb in the 10×12 and sits just 0.24″ thick. You get the threat coverage of soft armor in a thinner, more durable, standalone package, with no separate backer required.
At this weight and thickness the P210 is a true low vis plate. It carries comfortably under a shirt or in a low-profile carrier for plainclothes, protective detail, off-duty, and marine roles. Built from pure UHMWPE, the P210 is also buoyant.
The P210 is a pistol-threat plate. It is not rifle rated. For teams building a dual loadout, a low vis option for training or plainclothes and a rifle-rated option for callouts, the P210 covers the pistol-threat side of that decision.
Construction and Features
The P210 is built from pure UHMWPE, finished with a CORDURA nylon wrap that is water-resistant and built for the daily wear of extended field use. Multi-curve design provides ergonomic fit for longer wear periods without sacrificing coverage.
- Pure UHMWPE construction
- Buoyant
- Multi-curve comfort design for extended wear
- CORDURA nylon wrap, water-resistant and abrasion-resistant
- Polyurethane coated finish
- Precision quality control
- Enhanced Pistol Threats, standalone, no additional backer required
- Compatible with HESCO P110 pistol side plates for full torso coverage
Ballistic Performance
All shots tested at maximum velocity. Shot counts represent the standardized NIJ test protocol, not a limit on the plate’s capability. The P210 defeats 3 shots of each threat below in every size offered.
All Sizes (10×12 Shooter Cut and full SAPI)
| Shots | Threat |
|---|---|
| 3 | 9x19mm Parabellum |
| 3 | .45 ACP |
| 3 | .40 S&W |
| 3 | FN 5.7x28mm |
| 3 | .357 Magnum |
| 3 | .357 SIG |
| 3 | .44 Magnum |
| 3 | 7.62x25mm Tokarev |
Tested and verified against HESCO Enhanced Pistol Threats. Download the official HESCO P210 tech sheet.
Sizing
| Cut | Dimensions | Weight | Part Number |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10×12 Shooter Cut | 10.00 x 12.00 in | 1.0 lb | P210-SH-MC-L |
| XL SAPI | 11.00 x 14.00 in | 1.3 lb | P210-SA-MC-XL |
| Large SAPI | 10.25 x 13.25 in | 1.1 lb | P210-SA-MC-L |
| Medium SAPI | 9.50 x 12.50 in | 1.0 lb | P210-SA-MC-M |
| Small SAPI | 8.75 x 11.75 in | 0.8 lb | P210-SA-MC-S |
Thickness: 0.24″ | Not sure what size you need? HESCO Armor Fit Guide
Complete Your Protection Zone
The P210 pairs with HESCO P110 pistol side plates for full torso coverage:
About HESCO
HESCO has been manufacturing body armor for military and law enforcement for over 20 years. Every plate is produced at their facility in Aberdeen, Washington and tested to exceed NIJ standards across ballistic, blast, fragmentation, drop impact, vibration, UV, temperature, and chemical resistance.
Administrative
Federal export regulations apply. Sold only to verified purchasers. All armor orders require identity verification and a signed end user affidavit. Read our Armor Orders page before placing your order.
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| Plate Size | 10×12 Shooter Cut, Large SAPI Cut – 10.75×13.25, Medium SAPI Cut – 9.5×12.5, Small SAPI Cut – 8.75×11.75, XL SAPI Cut – 11×14 |
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