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      HESCO 4601 – 600 Series Armor Level 4 Stand Alone Plate Set

      $844.00 – $1,284.00
      HESCO 4601 – 600 Series | NIJ Level IV Standalone Plate The 4601 is the balanced choice in HESCO’s Level IV lineup, meaningfully lighter than the 4403 at a more accessible price than the 4800, with the same NIJ Level IV Certified standalone protection.
      • Weight: 6.4 lb (10×12 Shooter Cut), 1.18″ thick
      • Curve: Multi-curve, ergonomic fit for extended wear
      • Construction: Ceramic/UHMWPE with CORDURA nylon wrap
      • Protection: NIJ Level IV, NIJ .06 Certified, standalone, no additional backer required
      • Best for: Professionals needing certified Level IV protection with meaningful weight savings over the 4403, in 10×12 Shooter Cut or SAPI sizes (Small/Medium/Large/XL)
      • Series position: 4403 (proven/cost-effective) to 4601 (balanced) to 4800 (lightest/premium)
      • Ships in 1-3 days

      Why the 4601?

      Body armor is a weight and cost equation. Every professional draws that line differently. The HESCO 4601 is built for those who need legitimate Level IV protection but who also cannot absorb the weight of the 4403 or the price premium of the 4800.

      At 6.4 lb in a 10×12 shooter cut, the 4601 delivers certified NIJ Level IV standalone protection with a meaningfully lighter carry weight than the 4403, built on the same HESCO manufacturing standard that has protected military and law enforcement personnel for over two decades.

      The HESCO Level IV Series — Choosing the Right Plate

      All three plates below are NIJ Level IV standalone. The difference is weight and cost.

      4403 4601 4800
      Series 400 600 800
      Construction Ceramic/UHMWPE Ceramic/UHMWPE Ceramic/UHMWPE
      Curve Multi-curve Multi-curve Multi-curve
      Weight (10×12) 7.7 lb 6.4 lb 4.9 lb
      Thickness 0.83″ 1.18″ 1.04″
      NIJ Rating Level IV, .06 Certified Level IV, .06 Certified Level IV, .06 Compliant
      Best For Proven ceramic reliability at the most accessible price in the series Professionals prioritizing weight savings without the 4800 premium Professionals where every ounce counts
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      Construction and Features

      The 4601 uses Ceramic/UHMWPE construction finished with a CORDURA nylon wrap, highly durable, water-resistant, and built for the abrasion and daily wear of extended field use. Multi-curve design provides ergonomic fit for longer wear periods without sacrificing coverage.

      • Ceramic/UHMWPE construction
      • Multi-curve comfort design for extended wear
      • CORDURA nylon wrap, water-resistant and abrasion-resistant
      • Polyurethane coated finish
      • Precision quality control
      • NIJ Level IV, .06 Certified, standalone, no additional backer required
      • Compatible with HESCO 4101 Level IV Side Plates for full torso coverage

      Ballistic Performance

      All shots tested at maximum velocity. Shot counts reflect NIJ Standard-0101.06 test protocol requirements and represent the standardized certification test, not a limit on the plate’s capability.

      10×12 Shooter Cut | XL / Large / Medium SAPI

      Shots Caliber Round Velocity
      Lead Core
      6 5.56×45 M193 3,280 ft/s
      6 7.62×39 M67 2,410 ft/s
      6 7.62×51 M80 2,810 ft/s
      3 7.62×63 JSP 2,794 ft/s
      Mild Steel Core
      6 5.56×45 M855/SS109 3,150 ft/s
      3 7.62×39 M43 2,410 ft/s
      6 7.62x54R LPS 2,832 ft/s
      Enhanced Performance
      6 5.56×45 M855A1 3,180 ft/s
      3 7.62×51 M80A1 3,050 ft/s
      Armor Piercing Core
      6 7.62×39 API 2,410 ft/s
      2 7.62x54R B-32 API 2,850 ft/s
      3 7.62×51 M61 2,830 ft/s
      1 7.62×63 AP M2 2,910 ft/s

      Small SAPI

      Shots Caliber Round Velocity
      Lead Core
      3 5.56×45 M193 3,280 ft/s
      3 7.62×39 M67 2,410 ft/s
      3 7.62×51 M80 2,810 ft/s
      1 7.62×63 JSP 2,794 ft/s
      Mild Steel Core
      3 5.56×45 M855/SS109 3,150 ft/s
      3 7.62×39 M43 2,410 ft/s
      1 7.62x54R LPS 2,832 ft/s
      Enhanced Performance
      3 5.56×45 M855A1 3,180 ft/s
      1 7.62×51 M80A1 3,050 ft/s
      Armor Piercing Core
      3 7.62×39 API 2,410 ft/s
      1 7.62x54R B-32 API 2,850 ft/s
      1 7.62×51 M61 2,830 ft/s
      1 7.62×63 AP M2 2,910 ft/s

      Tested and verified to meet or exceed ballistic resistance as specified under NIJ Standard-0101.06. Download the official HESCO 4601 Tech Sheet.

      Sizing

      Cut Dimensions Weight Part Number
      10×12 Shooter Cut 10.00 x 12.00 in 6.4 lb 4601-SH-MC-L
      XL SAPI 11.00 x 14.00 in 8.8 lb 4601-SA-MC-XL
      Large SAPI 10.25 x 13.25 in 7.6 lb 4601-SA-MC-L
      Medium SAPI 9.50 x 12.50 in 6.6 lb 4601-SA-MC-M
      Small SAPI 8.75 x 11.75 in 5.7 lb 4601-SA-MC-S

      Thickness: 1.18″ | Not sure what size you need? HESCO Armor Fit Guide

      Complete Your Protection Zone

      The 4601 pairs directly with HESCO Level IV 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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