The Level 4 Armor Concealed Level IV Bundle pairs a concealable carrier vest with two Level IV hard armor plate inserts rated to stop 30-06 armor-piercing rounds and lower rifle and handgun threats. Each plate is constructed from Silicon Carbide ceramic bonded with Dyneema (Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene), a composite architecture that delivers Level IV ballistic protection at a total system weight of 11.5 lbs for the complete vest. The bundle fits wearers from Small through 3XL, making it one of the broader size ranges available in a concealable Level IV package.

Who this is for

• Plainclothes professionals: investigators, executive protection agents, and off-duty officers who need rifle-rated protection under a dress shirt or light jacket without broadcasting their gear.
• Civilians seeking maximum discreet coverage: anyone who requires Level IV armor-piercing protection in a low-profile format rather than an overt plate carrier.
• Buyers who want a ready-to-wear system: the bundle ships as a complete solution — carrier and two rated plates included — with no need to source components separately.

Ballistic performance

The two included plates are rated at Level IV, the highest threat level defined under legacy NIJ nomenclature, and are tested against 30-06 M2 AP (armor-piercing) rounds as the caliber benchmark. Defeating 30-06 AP at standard velocity means the plates also defeat lower-energy rifle rounds including 7.62x51 NATO, 7.62x39, 5.56x45 M193, and M855, as well as common handgun calibers. Level IV is the ceiling of NIJ's hard armor threat tiers — no wearable plate is rated above it.

The ballistic core combines Silicon Carbide ceramic with Dyneema UHMWPE backing. Silicon Carbide is among the hardest ceramic compounds used in body armor; it fractures and erodes an incoming projectile on first contact while the UHMWPE backer captures fragments and absorbs residual energy. This architecture keeps plate weight lower than comparable steel Level IV solutions while maintaining the defeat mechanism required for AP-rated performance.

Plate compatibility / cut geometry

The plates are designed specifically for the included concealed carrier vest and are sized and contoured to sit flat against the torso under clothing. The carrier accepts both front and rear inserts in the same format. Because this is a matched bundle, the plates and carrier are engineered to work together — mixing in third-party plates of different dimensions may affect both fit and protection coverage. Contact us if you need to confirm compatibility with an existing carrier before ordering.

Specifications

Fit and carrier compatibility

The concealed vest carrier runs from Small to 3XL, covering a wide range of torso sizes. Because the system is sold as a matched bundle, the plates are sized and profiled for the included carrier. If you plan to run these plates in a different carrier or need guidance on which size to order for your measurements, contact us before purchasing.

Frequently asked questions

What is Level IV and what does it stop?

Level IV is the highest armor-piercing hard plate tier under NIJ's legacy 0101.06 standard. A Level IV plate must defeat at least one hit from a 30-06 M2 AP round traveling at approximately 2,880 fps. Because 30-06 AP is more energetic than most common rifle rounds, a Level IV plate also defeats 7.62x51 NATO, 7.62x39, 5.56x45 M193 and M855, and all standard handgun calibers.

Is this plate NIJ Listed or independently tested?

The vendor page does not specify CPL listing status or name an NIJ-accredited test laboratory. The plates are described as Level IV rated with Silicon Carbide and Dyneema construction. If third-party lab certification documentation is important to your purchase decision, contact us and we can follow up with the manufacturer on your behalf.

Will Level IV plates stop M855A1 or other "green tip" enhanced penetrators?

It depends on the specific round. Standard Level IV testing uses 30-06 M2 AP as the benchmark round, which is more energetic than M855A1 5.56x45. A plate that defeats 30-06 AP will generally defeat M855A1 as well, though multi-hit performance against repeated M855A1 impacts at close range is not specified for this product. For mission-critical decisions, treat single-hit data as your baseline.

How heavy is the full system and is it wearable under clothing?

The complete vest with both plates weighs 11.5 lbs. For a Level IV ceramic-composite system, that is on the lower end of the weight range — comparable steel Level IV two-plate setups typically run 14–16 lbs. The concealable carrier design is cut to reduce printing under a jacket or loose shirt. Extended all-day wear will depend on your body type and activity level; try sizing up if you plan to layer it under heavier outerwear.

What size should I order?

The carrier is available from Small through 3XL. Sizing for concealable carriers typically follows your jacket or shirt size. If you are between sizes or have an unusual torso proportion, contact us for a fit recommendation before ordering.

Can this bundle be shipped to my state?

This product cannot be shipped to New York or Connecticut due to state body armor restrictions. It is also subject to US export regulations. Under 18 U.S.C. § 931, anyone with a federal felony conviction for a crime of violence is prohibited from purchasing or possessing body armor.