PLATE CARRIERS

We have high-performance plate carrier systems and body armor, a complete lineup of concealable-to-overt options built to accept soft and hard armor inserts. Whether you need a lightweight plate carrier for plainclothes work or a full-system plate carrier setup for entry teams, these rigs let you customize ballistic protection and load-out to the mission.

PURPOSE-BUILT PLATFORMS FOR PROFESSIONALS

Law enforcement, SWAT, military personnel, private security, first responders, and trained civilians trust our products because they enable a high degree of mobility, durability, and mission adaptability.

Each plate carrier is designed to accept NIJ-certified armor inserts and armor plates (common 10×12 and 11×14 footprints). This lets you move from Level IIIA soft armor to ceramic plates or steel armor plates as the threat dictates. That means one chassis can serve as a lightweight patrol vest one day and a rifle-rated body armor kit the next. These versatile body armor carriers make it possible for police officers and other personnel to adapt their protection quickly.

DESIGN INNOVATIONS THAT MATTER IN A FIGHT

• 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.

MISSION-READY PERFORMANCE

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.

INTEGRATED NIJ-RATED PROTECTION

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.

WHY OPERATORS CHOOSE THESE PLATE CARRIERS

• 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 choose RTS for mission-proven military plate carriers and operator-focused tactical vests built to perform.