PLATE CARRIERS

RTS Tactical plate carriers are built to keep elite operators protected and agile in the most demanding environments—from routine patrols to high-risk direct-action missions. Our lineup ranges from low-profile concealable carriers to full-scale military systems, setting the standard for modern gear trusted by those who put their lives on the line.

We offer high-performance plate carrier systems and body armor engineered to accept both soft and hard armor inserts. Whether you need a lightweight carrier for plainclothes operations or a full-mission setup for entry teams, every rig is designed to let you customize your protection and loadout to the mission.

Law enforcement, SWAT, military personnel, private security, first responders, and trained civilians deploy our plate carriers for their mobility, durability, and mission-ready adaptability. Every carrier is engineered to accept NIJ-certified armor inserts and armor plates in standard 10×12 and 11×14 sizes, allowing seamless transitions from Level IIIA soft armor to ceramic or steel rifle plates as the threat level changes.

With a single chassis, you can run a lightweight patrol vest one day and a full rifle-rated body armor kit the next. These versatile body armor carriers give officers and professionals the ability to upgrade protection quickly and stay prepared for any mission.

• Quick-release systems: Rapid don/doff and emergency medical access are a must for dynamic entries and casualty care.
• Laser-cut MOLLE and modular mounting: Run plate carrier accessories and pouches exactly where you need them without excess bulk.
• Reinforced stitching and Mil-Spec textiles: Critical seams and attachment points withstand breaching, vehicle egress, and prolonged duty cycles.
• Tactical mesh lining and breathable fabrics: Manage heat and moisture so you retain stamina during long shifts.
• Trauma pad compatibility and retention: Front and back plates ride secure, and trauma pads layer in to improve blunt-force protection.
• Dual-purpose design: Each carrier provides a versatile, customizable platform to securely hold ballistic plates while offering ample space to mount pouches, comms, IFAK med kits, and other mission-critical tactical gear.

These features form the backbone of a resilient plate carrier system whether you prefer a minimalist plate carrier for speed or a modular plate carrier for maximum load-bearing capability.

A tactical plate carrier must balance coverage and mobility. Our carriers were engineered with that tradeoff in mind: optimized ride height, low-profile cummerbunds or elastic side-panels for concealability, and scalable mounting points for radios, med kits, mag pouches, and other accessories.

For close quarters, a compact plate carrier vest with ceramic plates offers stopping power with minimal interference. For patrol or convoy duty, a more robust setup with side plates and additional ballistic panels provides expanded protection.

When you assemble a plate carrier plates plus soft armor combination, think in systems: proper plate placement, retention, and balance are what turn high-quality body armor inserts and armor plates into an effective body armor kit.

Our Department Testing Program lets agencies field-test fit and real-world performance so units can standardize on configurations that work in training and on deployment.

RTS Tactical armor inserts and plate options are built to NIJ standards and certified for the threats they claim to stop. That certification matters, as the ballistic panels and body armor inserts have been tested under controlled conditions to meet defined performance thresholds.

Combining NIJ-rated inserts with a purpose-designed armor plate carrier ensures your ballistic protection is both measurable and dependable. Every ballistic plate and panel is tested to perform under the harshest conditions.

• Maximum mobility without sacrificing coverage: Engineered to make each rig a dependable law enforcement plate carrier or tactical solution for military operators.
• Modular systems that adapt: Covert to overt, soft armor to ceramic/steel plates.
• Durable craftsmanship: Mil-Spec fabrics, reinforced stitching, and solid hardware.
• System integration: Carriers engineered for RTS body armor plates and trauma pads.
• Real-world validation: Operational feedback from police officers and military personnel.

Elite teams run RTS—mission-proven plate carriers and operator-focused vests engineered to perform under pressure.