The AVS is (debatably) the most load-bearing and popularized plate carrier on the market, which often begs the question of how has a plate carrier, with over 12 years of service, retained […]
Debuted in 2012, Crye Precision released its Adaptive Vest System, or AVS, to offer the military a scalable system that could range from low-profile carrier to full assault configurations. Eventually, the AVS would go on to replace the Modular Body Armor Vest system and become the premiere armor system for military special forces. Sold as individual components, the AVS enables the end-user a broad array of configurations that best suit their mission or individual needs. Because of its longevity and popularity, an extensive aftermarket has also developed around the AVS.
Designed as a continuation to previous designs, the Dynamic Plate Carrier by Dynamic Principles was released in late 2023, and offers an interchangeable, light-weight platform that the end-user can configure between carrier and chest […]
The Strandhögg V3 is the latest iteration by First Spear and builds upon lessons-learned from previous designs and offers additional advantages to those already familiar to the Strandhögg design.
Designed as an evolution to its previous design; the Rogue Gen 2 Plate Carrier by Tactical Tailor will be available in early 2023 (with pre-orders beginning ahead of SHOT Show), and offers a transition to a 500D Cordura nylon platform that allows the end-user to configure it based on mission essential needs.
Introduced in 2021, Low Viz/Overt (LVZ/OVT) Plate Carrier by Otte Gear is intended as a cost efficient, entry-level plate carrier for every-day civilians.
In February of 2022, T3 Gear released its new line of laminate nylon products to include the new T3 Tomahawk LC Plate Carrier.
Designed as a professional, multi-use plate carrier, the High Risk Adaptable Carrier (HRAC) by HRT Tactical offers a platform made from 500D Cordura nylon, on which the end-user can configure based on their individual mission and needs using HRT’s proprietary pouches and accessories.
Crye is perhaps one of the most synonymous names in the tactical nylon industry, and among its longer-lasting product lines is the Jumpable Plate Carrier (JPC). In 2015 the JPC was updated as […]
Designed as a lightweight and low profile plate carrier for training on the range, or in use for concealment operations, the Hellcat Low Visibility Plate Carrier by Direct Action is a confluence in design from the Spitfire & Hellcat Plate Carrier line and offers more current, low-profile features.
