Latest TPG Soft Armor Package Receives NIJ Certification

Nov. 17, 2014
TPG has released its newest soft armor package which meets the NIJ 0101.06 Certification Standard for Threat Level IIIA

Delray Beach, Fla. (November 2014) - Tacprogear (TPG), a leading manufacturer of tactical equipment used by professionals around the globe, is proud to announce their newest NIJ 0101.06 Certification for Threat Level IIIA soft armor package.

NIJ Model designation T-112-IIIA is TPG's first compliant soft armor package manufactured exclusively at TPG's factory in South Florida. Also noteworthy is that this model was tested across the complete size range of C1 through C5, which means TPG can deliver armor packages of any standard size to the law enforcement, security and military end users.

NIJ Threat Level IIIA soft armor provides the tactical operator with the highest level of protection currently available in soft body armor. NIJ Level IIIA certified armor made by TPG and TPG BLACK provides protection against .357 SIG FMJ FN bullets with a specified mass of 125 gr. impacting at a velocity of 1,470 ft. /s and .44 Mag SJHP bullets with a specified mass of 240 gr. impacting at a velocity of 1,430 ft. /s. As part of the NIJ Standard 0101.06 performance, the armor must also submit to a 30-minute water submersion test, the designated impact velocity must not create any penetrations and the depth of the depression made in the backing material cannot exceed 1.73 inches (44mm).

For more information on the soft body armor, or any of the Tacprogear product line, visit www.tacprogear.com or www.tpgblack.com.

About Tacprogear:

Tacprogear (TPG) is a leading manufacturer of tactical equipment used by professionals around the globe. The TPG product lines include apparel, armor, bags and packs, pockets and pouches, footwear, accessories and more.

Bridging the gap between outdoor functionality and real world requirements, TPG BLACK is designing new solutions through the innovative use of lightweight materials and cutting edge manufacturing techniques. TPG BLACK relies heavily upon the constant feedback and input from operators in the field, and seeks to continually evolve the product offerings. TPG BLACK manufactures an exclusive line of American Made, Mission Specific products in South Florida. www.tacprogear.com and www.tpgblack.com

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