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SKU: BP3P66C

Type: Body Armor

Vendor: NCSTAR

VISM Level III+ SRT Ceramic & PE 6"x 6" Curved Ballistic Side Plate

Name: VISM Level III+ SRT Ceramic & PE 6"x 6" Curved Ballistic Side Plate
Brand: NCSTAR
SKU: BP3P66C
Price: 206.0 AUD
Availability: InStock

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PRODUCT INFORMATION

VISM by NcStar · Ballistic Side Plate

VISM Level III+ SRT Ceramic & PE 6"x 6" Curved Ballistic Side Plate

A single-curve 6"×6" side plate built on a silicon-carbide ceramic strike face over a UHMWPE backer, weighing about 1.6 lb. VISM publishes it as "Level III+ SRT (Special Rifle Threat, independently tested)" and designs it as the lateral companion to the VISM SRT Ceramic/PE front and rear plates.

Level III+ SRT (as published)SiC ceramic + UHMWPE6"×6" single curve~1.6 lb per plate

The lateral gap is the one people forget until they are behind cover and the threat moves. A side plate is cheap coverage for an expensive angle.

What's Included

One plate per unit. Side plates are worn as a pair, so a full lateral set requires two. Tap to see what ships.

VIEW ▾Single Plate — SKU BP3P66C

1× VISM SRT Ceramic & PE Curved Ballistic Side Plate, 6"×6", SKU BP3P66C
Silicon Carbide (SiC) ceramic strike face bonded to a UHMWPE backer
Single-curve, body-conforming profile for side plate pockets
Approximately 1.6 lb (726 g) per plate
Sold singly — two plates are required for left and right lateral coverage
Carrier, side plate pockets and cummerbund not included

▾Specifications

VISM SRT Ceramic & PE 6"×6" Curved Side Plate — specifications

Specification	Detail
Brand	VISM by NcStar
SKU	BP3P66C
Protection level, as published	Level III+ SRT (Special Rifle Threat, independently tested)
NIJ standard and edition	Not stated on the product page
Threat / round table	Not published for this plate
Stand-alone or in-conjunction-with (ICW)	Supplied as stand-alone armor. Where MED-TAC stocks an in-conjunction-with plate, that requirement is stated explicitly on its own listing; this item carries none. That is MED-TAC's sourcing statement for this item, not a manufacturer test result — the manufacturer publishes no ICW designation for this model. Agencies whose armor policy requires the tested configuration on file should obtain it from the manufacturer in writing before procurement.
Multi-hit rating	Not stated for this plate
Construction	Silicon Carbide (SiC) ceramic strike face + UHMWPE backer
Dimensions	6" × 6"
Profile	Single curve (body-conforming)
Weight	Approximately 1.6 lb (726 g) per plate
Strike face marking	Not stated on the product page
Warranty	Not stated on the listing
Service life	Not stated on the listing
Application	Side plate pockets; lateral companion to VISM SRT Ceramic/PE front and rear plates
Shipping restriction	MED-TAC does not ship body armor to Connecticut or New York.

"Level III+ SRT" is a manufacturer designation rather than an NIJ classification. Plates in this class are tested by an independent ballistics laboratory against criteria the manufacturer specifies — a real test, run outside the NIJ standard's threat set.

▾Who Carries It

Law enforcement tactical teams and patrol rifle programs adding lateral rifle-threat coverage to an existing carrier · Military and security contractors completing a front/rear/side plate set on the same construction · Agencies standardising on ceramic strike-face armor for the lateral torso.

Armor selection is an agency decision, not a catalogue one. The tested round list and the stated service life are not published on this page; agencies buying to a written specification can request both from VISM. Fit the plate only in a pocket sized for it, and follow your own armor policy for inspection and replacement intervals.

Genuine VISM

Sourced direct from the manufacturer or an authorized master distributor. Ships from MED-TAC International, Pembroke Pines, FL — clinician-founded, veteran-led, SDVOSB-certified.

SPECS & MEASUREMENTS

Specifications coming soon. Contact us for detailed product information.

SHIPPING & RETURNS

Domestic & Military Shipping

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Order Processing & Tracking

Standard Gear: In-stock medical devices, consumables, and tactical packs process within 48 hours.

Stocked Kit Bags: Custom-built kits ship within 7-10 days as they are assembled by hand at our South Florida facility.

Automated carrier tracking details are emailed immediately upon shipment dispatch.

30-Day Returns & Medical Safety

Returns: Unused, unopened equipment in original manufacturer packaging is eligible for return within 30 days of delivery.

Bio-Safety Notice: To ensure sterility and patient safety, medical consumables with opened or broken tamper-evident seals cannot be returned.

Return Facility: MED-TAC International Corp., 15757 Pines Blvd, Suite 154, Pembroke Pines, FL 33027.

Export Compliance

North American Rescue (NAR) products and rifle hard armor plates are strictly restricted to US and APO/FPO addresses and cannot be exported internationally.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What does SRT stand for in the VISM SRT Ceramic Side Plate?

SRT stands for Special Rifle Threat. It indicates that the plate has been tested and rated to defeat high-velocity rifle threats beyond the standard NIJ Level III test protocol — specifically including steel-core and penetrator-type rounds that standard UHMWPE Level III plates may not reliably stop. For the VISM SRT Ceramic/PE plates, this includes threats from the most commonly encountered high-velocity rifle rounds in tactical and active shooter scenarios.

Is the VISM SRT Ceramic Side Plate a direct upgrade over the UHMWPE-only VISM side plates?

For defeating hardened steel-core and penetrator-type rifle rounds, yes — the ceramic strike face on the SRT plate provides superior defeat capability against these specific threats compared to UHMWPE-only plates. The trade-off is weight: the SRT ceramic side plate weighs ~1.6 lbs versus ~1.07 lbs for the UHMWPE-only side plates. If your threat environment includes M855 Green Tip, 7.62×39mm steel-core, or similar penetrator ammunition, the SRT ceramic plate provides additional protection. For general Level III threats without hardened penetrators, the UHMWPE plates are sufficient and lighter.

Can the VISM SRT Ceramic Side Plate be used without the matching VISM SRT front/rear plates?

Yes — the VISM SRT Ceramic 6"×6" Curved Side Plate is a standalone side plate that can be used in any plate carrier with compatible 6"×6" side pockets, regardless of what front/rear plates you use. However, it is specifically engineered to match the protection profile and construction philosophy of the VISM Level III+ SRT Ceramic/PE full-size plates, making it the ideal lateral companion for that system. Using it with any other Level III+ or Level IV front/rear plates also provides valid side protection.

How does Silicon Carbide (SiC) ceramic differ from the alumina ceramic used in other plates?

Silicon Carbide (SiC) ceramic has a Mohs hardness of approximately 9.5, making it one of the hardest materials used in body armor. Aluminum Oxide (Al₂O₃, alumina) ceramic, which is more commonly used in cost-reduced ceramic plates, has a Mohs hardness of approximately 9.0. The higher hardness of SiC allows it to fracture and deform steel-core rifle projectiles more effectively, particularly against hardened penetrators. SiC is also less dense than alumina, so SiC-based plates can achieve equivalent or superior protection at lower weight compared to alumina-based designs of the same geometry.

What is the warranty on the VISM SRT Ceramic Side Plate?

VISM provides warranty information consistent with their plate lineup for the SRT Ceramic side plate (BP3P66C). Ceramic composite plates should be inspected regularly for visible cracks, delamination, or cover damage. Ceramic plates that have been struck by any ballistic round — regardless of visible exterior damage — should be removed from service immediately, as the ceramic strike face may have fractured internally in ways not detectable by visual inspection. Contact MED-TAC International for current manufacturer warranty terms applicable to this SKU.