Weight Isn’t the Enemy—Poor Distribution Is: How HESCO Plates Reduce Fatigue

Ever since time began, offensive weaponry has been the forte of our species, and with developments in weapons have come a corresponding increase in body protection technology. In fact, the two have kept pace, with an increase in one automatically leading to advancements in the other—expressly designed to nullify the former.

Much the same applies to today’s warrior. Since modern firearms are infinitely more powerful than their ancient counterparts, it is imperative that body armor protection technology keep pace with the destructive prowess of these terrible weapons.

There exist many body armor plate options that protect the discerning warrior in the field. These plate solutions exist in many different configurations to suit just about every conceivable combat and security situation.

In the US, a federal agency known as the National Institute of Justice (or NIJ) classifies the myriad of different body plates. Its classification levels are based on how the institute assesses the stopping power of a firearm projectile, shrapnel, and even sharp-edged weapons. The lower numbers II and IIA are good for smaller projectiles such as .22LR, .22 Magnum, etc. On the other hand, higher levels, such as level IV, have the capability of even defeating full-power military rounds, including armor-piercing loads.

However, the modern soldier or security detail personnel always have to consider a certain tradeoff between weight and bulk in terms of the protection level offered by a certain type of plate. The more effective and capable the plate, the bulkier and heavier it would be. Which means that in the field, many operators won’t be able to wear levels III and upward for long periods.

After all, carrying such a heavy weight in addition to all the other gear can turn out to be very exhausting and might even lower the efficiency of the individuals wearing these plates.

Enter HESCO Body Plates!

The good people at HESCO have eliminated this issue almost entirely. And no wonder—after all, they are widely considered to be the gold standard when it comes to ballistic protection. Thanks to their unmatched protection and low weight, our brave men and women in uniform have trusted HESCO body armor plates on battlefields everywhere.

You can rest assured that these plates are light enough to be worn for extended duty hours without adding all that extra bulk to a soldier’s kit. Moreover, they offer much the same level of protection vis-à-vis their considerably bulkier (and heavier) counterparts. Add to that the fact that each and every HESCO plate is painstakingly tested at their cutting-edge facility right here in Aberdeen, Washington.

Apart from plates that protect the front and the back, HESCO offers side plates as well to ensure full 360-degree protection of the vital areas of the torso against a wide range of threats.

Your HESCO plates will always ensure you are protected by the very best personal protection armor. There can be no better investment when you go out in harm’s way!