Description
Lightweight Level 4 Plates
Lightweight Level 4 plates aren’t new–but they are at this price. RMA is proud to introduce our brand new 1165 lightweight level 4 plates. Evolving from the tried-and-true high-performance 1155 design, these plates cut weight, thickness, and price. It’s the best value in American-made body armor. Made from 100% American materials, we combined our high performance multi-hit capable Alumina Oxide strike face with a lightweight Dyneema UHMWPE backer to create affordable lightweight level 4 plates.
Shed Weight, Not Dollars
RMA 1165 Lightweight Level 4 plates are the ultimate expression of our mission; to make the world’s best body armor available for all Americans. Typically, manufacturers save weight by using lighter weight ceramics like silicon and boron. We do that too. But it comes at a cost. Our 1192 series is a fantastic lightweight level 4 plate, but is more on the expensive side. Boron/Silicon carbide is more expensive to make, and thus ultimately results in a more expensive plate.
We wondered if there were other ways to save weight while keeping costs down. Legendary Dyneema UHMWPE was the answer. This high strength material works as a lightweight backer to our famous RMA alumina strike face. While this requires a bit more labor and machine time, it cuts about 1.5 lbs from the weight of our best-selling 1155 plate. You can expect both high performance and low weight from our new 1165 plates. And your wallet? It will stay a little heavier at such an affordable price.
Plus, we’ve slimmed the 1165 down to only 0.8 inches thin. Save weight, save thickness, and save money.
Pair our 1165 10X12 plates with best-selling carriers like the Crye JPC 2.0 or the 0331 Tactical Sierra for the best value in protection, mobility, and price.
Lightweight Level 4 Plate Carrier Compatibility
As a 10″x12″ single-curve, hard armor plate, the RMA 1165sc will fit into a majority of plate carriers. Here are some of the best plate carriers that we recommend with model 1165sc body armor:
0331 Tactical Rift Plate Carrier
0331 Tactical Sierra Plate Carrier
Crye JPC 2.0 Size Medium
Shellback Banshee Elite 2.0
SKU: RMA-1165sc-10x12
