The Rhodium® Tactical I Bulletproof Vest is designed to provide maximum protection at NIJ Level IIIA standards, offering combined defense against bullets, knives, and sharp objects. It ensures high durability, a secure fit, and comfort for daily extended wear, along with the capability to carry gear and equipment.
The Rhodium® SP.3A.303 soft ballistic panel has been rigorously tested under the challenging NIJ 0101.06 conditions, size C-2 (small), confirming compliance not only with Level IIIA but also additional protection against threats such as 7.62X25mm TOKAREV, 9X18mm Mild Steel Core MAKAROV, and 9x19mm HP ACTION 4 rounds, as well as knives like the S1/G blade, with a maximum penetration of 12mm at a force of 33 Joules according to NIJ 0115.00 standards.
Weighing only 2.85 kg in size Large, the vest’s panel thickness is under 8mm, maximizing functionality and comfort. The combination of CORDURA® exterior fabric and 3D SPACER Coolmax® fresh interior fabric ensures high durability, antibacterial properties, and temperature regulation, allowing increased airflow for moisture wicking and prevention of mold.
The Rhodium® Tactical I vest features a four-point adjustment system for quick and easy fitting. Wide closures on the shoulders and waist provide a stable, comfortable fit with 360° coverage (chest, back, sides), while hook-and-loop tapes meet MIL SPEC F AA-55126B standards.
This vest is highly functional with the PALS (Pouch Attachment Ladder System), made of high-strength webbing for all MOLLE-compatible pouches, without compromising ballistic protection or freedom of movement.
It includes a high-durability drag handle and belt attachment straps for stability during vigorous movement. Front and rear external pouches allow the insertion of 25x30cm ballistic plates to upgrade protection to Levels III or IV for rifle fire defense.
The Rhodium® Tactical I vest also has loop mounts for placing identification or official patches.
Panel Specifications:
Average BFS: .44 Magnum SJHP SPEER 4453 ≤ 40mm (NIJ 0101.06 / C-2 - C-5)
Average BFS: .357 SIG JSP SPEER 4363 ≤ 31mm (NIJ06 / C-2 - C-5)
Average V50: .44 Magnum SJHP SPEER 4453 ≥ 530m/s (NIJ06 / C-2 - C-5)
Average V05: .44 Magnum SJHP SPEER 4453 ≥ 504m/s (NIJ06 / C-2 - C-5)
Average V50: .357 SIG JSP SPEER 4363 ≥ 580m/s (NIJ06 / C-2 - C-5)
Average V05: .357 SIG JSP SPEER 4363 ≥ 525m/s (NIJ06 / C-2 - C-5)
Additional Panel Specifications / Additional Threats:
Average BFS: 7.62x25mm FMJ TOKAREV LC ≤ 26mm @ 520 ±10m/s (NIJ 0101.06 / C-2)
Average BFS: 9x18mm FMJ MAKAROV MSC ≤ 17mm @ 330 ±10m/s (NIJ 0101.06 / C-2)
Average BFS: 9x19mm HP ACTION 4 RUAG ≤ 16mm @ 460 ±10m/s (NIJ 0101.06 / C-2)
V50: Fragment 1 FSP ≥ 604m/s (STANAG 2920 Ed.A v.2)
Blade S1/G: Maximum penetration ≤ 12mm @ 33 Joules (NIJ00)
Blade P1/A: Maximum penetration ≤ 20mm @ 20 Joules (NIJ00)
Blade P1/B: Maximum penetration ≤ 17mm @ 24 Joules (NIJ00)
Carrier Specifications:
360° coverage (chest, back, sides)
Four-point adjustment system with hook-and-loop closures (shoulders and waist)
High-resistance 3D SPACER ventilation fabric
Front & back external pouches for hard armor plates 10’’x12’’ (25x30cm)
Loop mounts for badges
PALS System (Pouch Attachment Ladder System) with high-strength webbing for MOLLE-compatible pouches
High-strength drag handle and belt fastening straps