FLEX-PRO-IIIA ballistic panels (bulletproof and anti-cut) - Engarde

The FLEX PRO ballistic panel from the American brand Engarde is the lightest and most advanced ballistic package in the brand's range of panels. It offers us high ballistic and anti-stab protection in a very light and flexible panel. Engarde Deluxe case included.

If something characterizes this panel it is its flexibility , this is a pro in its favor when we talk about comfort since it will adapt perfectly to the contour of our torso . It is also lighter and thinner than the rest of the vests in the range.

It is made of Teijin Aramid and Dynema Force Multiplier Tech fiber , a high molecular weight material with a resistance 15 times greater than that of steel, this makes it exceed NIJ standards for resistance and durability, obtaining the best V50 performance ( anti-fragment) of its class , all while maintaining low weight and great comfort.

The approximate weight of the ballistic panels is 1600g, with a thickness of only 6mm . It has a surface density of 4.5kg/m2.

If you have doubts between the MT PRO vest and the FLEX PRO , the clearest difference between both is the rigidity, the FLEX PRO, as its name indicates, is more flexible and therefore more comfortable when wearing it, especially for women. . In terms of protection, the biggest difference is that the MT PRO includes protection against needles, the FLEX PRO does not include it, apart from this they have some differences regarding ballistic and anti-fragment protection tests, but they do not make a difference.

Includes a carrying bag. It has a 7-year warranty from the manufacturer.

Test and certifications:

• Ballistic protection: NIJ Level IIIA according to STD 0101.06 + 7.62x25 Tokarev FMJ S&B (Brass Jacket) @ 1800 ft/s + 7.62x25 85g Romanian Tokarev FJM @1530ft/s.
• Anti-fragmentation protection: V50-.357 SIG FMJ (554m/s). V50-STANAG 2920 17gr. FSP (645m/s).
• Protection against knives: NIJ 0115.00 Knife P1 (15 J < 20 mm) and S1 (25J < 20mm)

Sizes:

1.- Measurement A: measure just above the navel.

2.- The sizing with Full-Wrap the panels touch on the sides without being placed on top of each other, with Over Lap the panels on the sides have an overlap of around 5cm (2"). The model with Overlap is Recommended for those looking for maximum protection , as a negative point they will have less freedom of movement.

3.- Measurement B is calculated from the navel to the sternum, check that it corresponds to the vest size that corresponded to you based on the measurements in step 2.

If it does not apply , you can choose between one size larger or smaller. To select one size or another you have to take into account whether you want the vest with Full Wrap (without overlap) or Overlap (with overlap).