The Hesco 3110 is a Level III+ side plate that brings serious rifle protection to your flanks. It is rated to defeat a broad set of threats including 5.56 green tip M855, 7.62x51 M80, 7.62x54R LPS, and 7.62x39 API, which is a lot of coverage for a compact side plate.

At 1.6 lb in the 6x6 and 2.3 lb in the 6x8, and 1.09 inches thick, it adds meaningful protection to the sides without the weight of a full torso plate. It is stand alone, so no soft armor backer is required, and it is also offered in an LV (ICW) version for the thinnest possible profile when worn over soft armor.

Side plates cover the vulnerable area under the arms that front and back plates miss. The 3110 is the choice when you want your side protection to match a III+ torso setup.

Each set includes two side plates. For lighter, lower cost side protection, look at the special threat Hesco L110. For the highest side protection against armor piercing rounds, step up to the Level IV Hesco 4101.

Best for: buyers running III+ torso plates who want their side protection to keep pace, including 7.62x39 API.

Made in the USA by HESCO.