PLATE CARRIERS & VESTS

From patrol officers and special operations units to security professionals and prepared civilians, our modular plate carriers and ballistic vests provide the durability and stopping power required for every mission.

BATTLE-TESTED PLATE CARRIERS

Our high-quality tactical plate carriers serve as the foundation of a complete body armor system. Engineered for comfort and reliability, our modular plate carriers are built with quick-release functionality, adjustable shoulder straps, padded liners, and breathable mesh interiors for all-day wear. Laser-cut MOLLE fields allow you to customize your load-bearing equipment with pouches for radios, IFAKs, and mission-critical gear.

Whether you’re equipping front plates and back plates for daily patrol, adding side armor plates for tactical entry, or running a concealable plate carrier for low-profile protection, RTS Tactical provides options to meet every level of armor requirement. Our carriers accept Level IIIa, III+, and Level IV body armor plates, including Kevlar, steel, polyethylene, or ceramic plates, so you can scale your ballistic protection against hand or rifle rounds as needed.

TACTICAL VESTS FOR EVERY ENVIRONMENT

RTS Tactical ballistic vests combine NIJ-certified soft body armor with the adaptability of modern tactical gear.

The Hero’s Concealable Vest offers Level IIIA defense against handgun threats, keeping law enforcement officers safe under uniform or plain clothes.

The RICO Special Operations Vest is designed for high-risk entries, integrating NIJ 0101.06 soft armor panels with front plate, back plate, and side armor plate compatibility.

For agencies that require external uniform carriers, our Uniform Vest Carrier and Slim Tac Special Operations Vest combine professional appearance with the capacity to hold rifle plates, trauma pads, and MOLLE pouches.

Our vests are field-tested by professionals in demanding environments. With sizing options from small to XXL and multiple colorways, including black, ranger green, coyote, and multicam, so you’ll find a fit and configuration that aligns with your mission profile.

AMERICAN-MADE QUALITY

At RTS Tactical, we hold our ballistic carriers to the highest standards. Our body armor plates and carriers are manufactured to ensure performance-driven engineering. That means real stopping power, consistent plate sizing, and uncompromising attention to detail.

For law enforcement officers and other field professionals, our systems offer:

• NIJ 0101.06 Certified protection: Meeting or exceeding NIJ standards for body armor.
• Varying levels of armor coverage: From Level IIIA soft body armor up through Level 3 and Level 4 body armor plates.
• Comfort and mobility: EVA foam padding, spacer mesh ventilation, and ergonomic shoulder straps for extended wear.
• Durability and versatility: Cordura® construction, water-repellent finishes, and modular MOLLE pouch compatibility.

All this has made RTS Tactical the trusted choice of thousands of police officers for daily patrol, tactical entries, and specialized assignments.

MISSION-DRIVEN SUPPORT

RTS Tactical backs every system with responsive support from experts who understand police procurement processes. We offer a Department Testing Program so agencies can field-test gear before bulk orders, ensuring officers get the right body armor plate configuration for their mission. Fast lead times and competitive pricing mean you get American-made protection when you need it most.

For active duty or professional security, RTS Tactical plate carriers and vests deliver uncompromising protection you can trust.