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SKU: BPSHLD2036L3V2

Type: Ballistic Shield

Vendor: NCSTAR

Lightweight Level III Rifle Ballistic Shield

Name: Lightweight Level III Rifle Ballistic Shield
Brand: NCSTAR
SKU: BPSHLD2036L3V2
Price: 1799.99 USD
Availability: InStock

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Weight: 24.5 lbs. Dimensions:3"x9" Viewport L × 20 Inches W × 36 Inches H Brand: NCSTAR

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PRODUCT INFORMATION

NcStar / VISM · Rifle-Rated Ballistic Shield

Lightweight Level III Rifle Ballistic Shield

A 20" × 36" single-curve UHMWPE ballistic shield, 16 mm thick and 24.5 lb, with a ballistic-glass viewport, a horizontal grip handle, perimeter edge protection and a water- and fire-resistant polyurea coating. The listing publishes it as NIJ Level III, stated to meet or exceed NIJ 0101.06 III.

20" × 36" single curve24.5 lb · 16 mmUHMWPEIntegrated viewport

A shield is only as good as the officer who can still hold it at minute nine. Twenty-four and a half pounds is carryable — it is not weightless, and the arm that holds it is the arm that is not doing anything else.

What's Included

One shield ships as a complete assembly — handle, viewport, edge protection and coating are integral, not accessories. Tap a section for the packing list and for exactly how this listing states the protection level.

VIEW ▾In the Box — one shield, complete assembly

1× NcStar / VISM Lightweight Level III Rifle Ballistic Shield, part number BPSHLD2036L3V2
Integrated viewport in ballistic glass
Horizontal grip handle
Perimeter edge protection, fitted
Polyurea surface coating — water and fire resistant
No carrier, rack, vehicle mount or storage system is included

VIEW ▾Protection — As Published — the listing's own wording, and what it omits

Protection level as published on this listing: NIJ Level III — meets or exceeds NIJ 0101.06 III
Threats named on this listing: 7.62×51mm M80 Ball NATO · 7.62×39mm MSC (mild steel core) · 5.56×45mm M193
NIJ's compliance program covers body armor, so no ballistic shield from any manufacturer carries NIJ certification; independent laboratory testing is the standard of evidence in this category. The level above is NcStar's published statement of performance, reproduced as printed
Agencies buying to a written procurement specification can request the test report and the testing laboratory for part number BPSHLD2036L3V2
The 20" × 36" panel covers the torso of an average-height officer from lower abdomen to upper chest at arm extension. Coverage outside that footprint — head, limbs, lower body — is not provided by this shield

▾Specifications

Lightweight Level III Rifle Ballistic Shield — specifications

Specification	Detail
Manufacturer	NcStar / VISM
Part number	BPSHLD2036L3V2
Protection level (as published)	NIJ Level III — meets or exceeds NIJ 0101.06 III
Threats named (as published)	7.62×51mm M80 NATO · 7.62×39mm MSC · 5.56×45mm M193
Size and shape	20" × 36" — rectangle, single curve
Thickness	16 mm, without edge protection
Weight	24.5 lb
Ballistic material	UHMWPE — ultra-high-molecular-weight polyethylene
Viewport material	Ballistic glass — NcStar's material description, corrected into MED-TAC's standard wording from the legacy listing's absolute term
Surface finish	Polyurea coating — water and fire resistant
Handle	Horizontal grip handle
Edge protection	Included — perimeter
Shipping restriction	MED-TAC does not ship body armor to Connecticut or New York, and that covers this shield.

This listing does not publish an areal density, a service life, a shelf life or a warranty term for the shield.

▾Who Carries It

Law enforcement patrol and active-threat response as a mobile, operator-held barrier during movement to contact · Tactical teams in entries and vehicle work, where the 16 mm profile clears standard doorways · Rescue Task Force medics using a shield as a standing barrier to create a protected working space at a casualty collection point.

Shield work is a trained skill: grip, canting, movement, and shooting from behind cover all change with a 24.5 lb panel in one hand. Train the configuration before fielding it, and confirm the shield against your agency's ballistic-equipment policy.

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.

SPECS & MEASUREMENTS

Specification	Value
Width	20 Inches
Length	3"x9" Viewport
Height	36 Inches
Weight	24.5 lbs.

SHIPPING & RETURNS

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30-Day Returns & Medical Safety

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

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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 rifle calibers does the NcStar Level III Ballistic Shield stop?

The BPSHLD2036L3V2 is rated to NIJ Level III and stops 7.62×51mm M80 Ball NATO FMJ, 7.62×39mm Mild Steel Core (MSC), and 5.56×45mm M193 rifle rounds. This covers the most commonly encountered rifle threats in North American active shooter events. It is not rated against armor-piercing (AP) rounds or Level IV threats.

Why is UHMWPE the preferred material for this ballistic shield?

UHMWPE (Ultra-High-Molecular-Weight Polyethylene) offers a compelling combination of Level III ballistic performance at lower weight than steel alternatives, positive buoyancy, and intrinsic spall containment — the material captures fragmentation within its matrix rather than sending shards back toward the operator. This makes it the preferred material for mobile, operator-held shields where weight and spall management are critical.

Does the NcStar Level III shield have a viewport?

Yes. The BPSHLD2036L3V2 includes an integrated viewport constructed from high-performance bulletproof glass. The viewport allows the operator to observe and identify threats while maintaining full ballistic coverage — eliminating the need to lower or angle the shield to see, which would create an exposure window.

What does the polyurea coating on the shield do?

The polyurea surface coating provides water resistance and fire resistance, protecting the UHMWPE shield body in outdoor deployment conditions, rain, and fire/smoke environments. Polyurea coatings are widely used in military and law enforcement equipment for their durability and environmental protection properties.

How heavy is the NcStar Level III Ballistic Shield and who can carry it?

The BPSHLD2036L3V2 weighs 24.5 lbs — heavier than Level IIIA shields but significantly lighter than comparable Level III steel shields of the same dimensions. The weight is within the sustainable carrying range for most patrol officers and first responders, particularly when used for dynamic entry or point defense rather than prolonged mobile carry. A dedicated carrier system is recommended for vehicle storage and rapid deployment.