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SKU: CVLCQRL3055B

Type: Plate Carrier

Vendor: NCSTAR

Laser Cut QUICK RELEASE Plate Carrier 11"x14"

Name: Laser Cut QUICK RELEASE Plate Carrier 11"x14"
Brand: NCSTAR
SKU: CVLCQRL3055B
Price: 84.95 USD
Availability: InStock

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Dimensions:12.5 Inches L × 10.5 Inches W × 3 Inches H Brand: NCSTAR

Your Price: $84.95

Color: Black

Black

Olive Drab

Coyote Tan

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PRODUCT INFORMATION

NcStar / VISM · Plate Carrier Platform

Laser Cut Quick Release Plate Carrier 11"×14"

The 11" × 14" format of the NcStar laser-cut quick-release carrier — the same one-pull doffing mechanism as the 10" × 12" variant, sized for the larger plate. Front and rear pockets built to receive 11" × 14" hard or soft armor, full laser-cut MOLLE, padded adjustable shoulder straps, a low-profile drag handle and front and rear patch panels. Carrier only.

Takes 11"×14" hard or soft armorQuick-release doffingFull laser-cut MOLLECarrier only

The clock on a penetrating chest injury starts before the carrier comes off. Every buckle between the wound and the provider is time.

What's Included

One carrier per order, in three colorways. Construction is identical across the range. Tap a colorway.

VIEW ▾Black — SKU CVLCQRL3055B

1× NcStar Laser Cut Quick Release Plate Carrier, 11"×14", Black · SKU CVLCQRL3055B
Quick-release mechanism for rapid carrier doffing
Full laser-cut MOLLE slots · hook-and-loop patch panels front and rear
Padded, adjustable shoulder straps · low-profile integrated drag handle
Front and rear pockets built to receive 11"×14" hard or soft armor plates
Carrier only — the ballistic rating belongs to the armor installed

VIEW ▾Olive Drab — same construction

1× NcStar Laser Cut Quick Release Plate Carrier, 11"×14", Olive Drab
Quick-release mechanism for rapid carrier doffing
Full laser-cut MOLLE slots · hook-and-loop patch panels front and rear
Padded, adjustable shoulder straps · low-profile integrated drag handle
Front and rear pockets built to receive 11"×14" hard or soft armor plates
Carrier only — the ballistic rating belongs to the armor installed

VIEW ▾Coyote Tan — same construction

1× NcStar Laser Cut Quick Release Plate Carrier, 11"×14", Coyote Tan
Quick-release mechanism for rapid carrier doffing
Full laser-cut MOLLE slots · hook-and-loop patch panels front and rear
Padded, adjustable shoulder straps · low-profile integrated drag handle
Front and rear pockets built to receive 11"×14" hard or soft armor plates
Carrier only — the ballistic rating belongs to the armor installed

▾Specifications

NcStar Laser Cut Quick Release Plate Carrier 11"×14" — specifications

Specification	Detail
Manufacturer	NcStar / VISM
Accepts	Front and rear pockets sized for extended 11"×14" hard or soft armor plates. The full laser-cut MOLLE face accepts standard PALS pouches and accessories
Armor included	No — carrier only. No hard plates, soft panels or side plates ship with it
SKU	CVLCQRL3055B (Black)
Release system	Quick-release mechanism for rapid carrier doffing
MOLLE style	Full laser-cut MOLLE slots
Drag handle	Low-profile, integrated
Patch areas	Hook-and-loop panels, front and rear
Shoulder straps	Padded, adjustable
Colorways	Black · Olive Drab · Coyote Tan
Coverage	An 11"×14" plate gives 154 sq. in. of surface against 120 sq. in. for a 10"×12" — roughly 28% more. 11"×14" plates also weigh materially more
Shipping restriction	MED-TAC does not ship body armor to Connecticut or New York

The plate formats above are what the pockets are built to receive — a compatibility specification. The carrier itself holds no ballistic rating; that belongs to the plates or panels installed in it.

▾Who Carries It

Rescue Task Force paramedics and fire personnel working warm-zone casualty care, where a carrier that comes off in one pull shortens the time to a chest exam · Taller or larger-framed officers whose torso suits the 11"×14" plate format · Agencies issuing plates centrally and buying carriers separately · Training cadres running doffing drills.

Two things to build into the program. A quick-release carrier can be released unintentionally, so agencies that field them train the release and inspect it — and some agencies prohibit them outright, which is a policy question worth settling before purchase. And size the load to the wearer: 11"×14" plates are materially heavier than the 10"×12" format.

Genuine NcStar

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

Built around MARCH. Every kit we sell maps to the MARCH protocol — Massive hemorrhage, Airway, Respiration, Circulation, Hypothermia. Learn the sequence in our complete MARCH guide.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Available Options:

Black
Olive Drab
Coyote Tan

SPECS & MEASUREMENTS

Specification	Value
Width	10.5 Inches
Length	12.5 Inches
Height	3 Inches

SHIPPING & RETURNS

Domestic & Military Shipping

Free Standard Shipping: Automatically applied at checkout on all orders $200 and above within the 48 contiguous United States (CONUS).

APO/FPO Military Addresses: Unconditionally free standard shipping on every order, with no minimum purchase required.

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

Who is the NcStar Quick Release 11x14 carrier designed for?

This carrier is designed for operators requiring the 11"×14" plate format — typically taller individuals (6'1" and above) or those with broader torso frames where 10"×12" plates leave significant coverage gaps. It is also appropriate for rescue task force personnel who prioritize maximum coverage and quick-release casualty management capability. The 11"×14" format provides approximately 28% more coverage area than 10"×12" at the cost of increased plate weight.

What hard armor plates are compatible with the NcStar 11x14 Quick Release carrier?

The carrier accepts standard 11"×14" hard armor plates in Level III and Level IV ratings. RTS Tactical produces a Level IV ceramic plate in 11"×14" format weighing 9.24 lbs that is compatible with this carrier. Level III hard armor plates in 11"×14" are also available from various manufacturers. Always confirm the specific plate dimensions and cut style before ordering to ensure compatibility with this carrier's plate pocket geometry.

Can I use the NcStar 11x14 Quick Release carrier for soft armor only?

Yes. The carrier accepts 11"×14" soft armor inserts — such as the NcStar VISM BSC1114 Level IIIA panel — as standalone protection in handgun-threat environments. Soft armor panels can also be placed behind hard plates as soft backers for enhanced back-face deformation management in combined configurations. The carrier's quick-release function operates identically regardless of which armor format is loaded.

Is this carrier suitable for fire/EMS rescue task force applications?

Yes. The quick-release mechanism is directly aligned with TECC (Tactical Emergency Casualty Care) protocols used in rescue task force operations — enabling rapid carrier removal for point-of-wounding chest injury assessment. The 11"×14" plate option allows fire/EMS personnel with larger frames to achieve full-coverage ballistic protection. The MOLLE platform supports configuration with IFAK pouches, tourniquet holders, and other medical response equipment.

How does the quick-release mechanism work?

The NcStar Quick Release Plate Carrier's release system uses designated pull-tabs or release straps that, when activated, simultaneously release the shoulder or cummerbund attachments securing the carrier to the wearer. The exact sequence is: activate the shoulder release points and/or cummerbund release to allow the carrier to be lifted away from the torso. The design allows release by the wearer using a single functional hand, or by a treating provider from a front or rear position during casualty care.