NIJ 0101.06 Certified Level IV Swimmer Plates (26605) — Triple-Curve, Stand-Alone Rifle Protection
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The 26605 Level IV Swimmer Plate is a premium, triple-curve, stand-alone hard armor solution engineered for maximum rifle protection with superior ergonomics and durability. Certified to NIJ 0101.06 Level IV, this swimmer plate stops armor-piercing rifle threats while offering a slim, body-conforming profile that improves comfort and mobility compared with flat or single-curve designs.

Manufactured with a high-density alumina ceramic (Al₂O₃) strike face and a lightweight layered polymer composite backer, the 26605 absorbs projectiles within the plate to eliminate dangerous spall common with steel armor. Each plate is finished in rugged black Cordura® nylon and fitted with a foam strike pad to protect against severe drops. Beyond NIJ’s 2-drop requirement, these plates pass an internal 10-drop test and are X-ray inspected prior to environmental and ballistic testing for industry-leading QA.

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Why choose the 26605 Swimmer Plate?

• NIJ 0101.06 Level IV certified — stand-alone protection vs AP rifle rounds.

• Triple-curve ergonomic shape — superior fit, reduced fatigue, improved mobility.

• Multi-hit capable — engineered for repeated impacts edge-to-edge.

• Al₂O₃ ceramic core + polymer backer — high ballistic performance with zero-spall behavior.

• Foam strike-face pad & Cordura® finish — protects against severe drops and environmental wear.

• Rigorous QA: X-ray inspection + internal 10-drop validation (NIJ requires 2).

• Made in the USA by LTC — Leading Technology Composites, proven military-grade manufacturer.

Features & Compatibility

• Type: Swimmer cut (single-curve) — optimized front cut for greater range of motion

• Construction: Alumina ceramic (Al₂O₃) strike face; layered polymer composite backer; Cordura® nylon cover; foam strike pad

• Protection: NIJ 0101.06 Level IV (stand-alone) — AP rifle rated

• Multi-hit: Yes — edge-to-edge protection

• No spall: Polymer backer absorbs fragments — safer than steel plates

• Fits: Standard plate carriers — 8×10 (small carriers) and 10×12 (medium carriers)

• Lead time: Some sizes may incur 4–8 week lead time due to demand

Nominal Specs

• Weight: 4.8 – 6.5 lbs (nominal, depending on size)

• Thickness: 1.0"

• Level: IV (NIJ 0101.06)

• Sizes (common): 8×10 (Small), 10×12 (Medium) — match plate size to carrier

Bottom line: The 26605 NIJ Level IV Swimmer Plate delivers best-in-class rifle protection in a lightweight, triple-curve package—ideal for operators who need maximum front coverage, enhanced mobility, and American-made ballistic reliability from LTC.

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