Specter Plate Carrier

2025-10-02T23:05:38-04:00

Vendor: Condor
Type: Body Armor
Price: 60.99

The Condor Specter Plate Carrier is a low-profile, 4-way stretch nylon plate carrier purpose-built for covert surveillance and undercover operations. It accepts 10"×12" Level III hard plates or Level IIIA soft armor shooter's cut panels and features an elastic cummerbund with integrated magazine, radio, and tourniquet holders — delivering discreet ballistic protection without sacrificing mobility.

Key Specifications

Specification | Detail
Manufacturer | Condor Outdoor
SKU | 201214-002
Weight (carrier only) | ~1.0 lb
Sizing | Adjustable 34″–48″ (measure around navel)
Armor Capacity – Front/Back | 10"×12" Level III ballistic plates (≤3/4" thick) or Level IIIA shooter's cut soft armor
Material | 4-way stretch nylon with heavy-duty nylon reinforcement at high-wear areas
ID Patch Fields | Front: 3″×8″ | Back: 3″×8″
Color Options | Black
Compatible Accessories | Specter Kangaroo Pocket (221238, sold separately)
Origin | Imported

Product Overview

The Condor Specter Plate Carrier answers a specific operational demand: hardplate-rated protection that disappears under a jacket. Built from 4-way stretch nylon with heavy-duty reinforcement at high-wear zones, the Specter wraps the torso closely without the bulk of traditional plate carriers. The stretch fabric conforms to movement rather than fighting it, making it a natural choice for plainclothes law enforcement, executive protection details, and surveillance teams who must project a civilian profile while maintaining a meaningful level of ballistic protection.

Armor compatibility spans both ends of the hard-armor spectrum. The front and rear pockets accept 10"×12" Level III hard plates up to 3/4" thick, and the same pockets can receive Level IIIA shooter's-cut soft armor for an even lower silhouette. Condor recommends plates weighing under 5 lbs to preserve the carrier's low-profile feel. The elastic cummerbund integrates magazine, radio, and tourniquet loops directly, eliminating the need to mount separate pouches that would break the undercover profile. Front and rear 3"×8" loop ID panels allow mission-specific patch attachment without permanent commitment.

For first responders and Rescue Task Force personnel operating in warm-zone environments, the Specter's ability to be worn covertly under outer garments offers a practical middle ground between going unprotected and wearing overtly marked tactical gear. Its compact storage footprint also makes it easy to stage in a vehicle or locker for rapid deployment. The optional Specter Kangaroo Pocket (SKU 221238) adds a front administrative pocket for radio or medical supplies while maintaining the carrier's overall low-vis aesthetic.

Configuration Guide

Proper fit begins with a torso measurement at the navel — the Specter adjusts from 34" to 48". Insert plates or soft armor panels before threading the shoulder straps; the stretch nylon will self-adjust once panels are seated. The elastic cummerbund should tension firmly around the waist without restricting diaphragm movement. For maximum concealment under a shirt or jacket, keep accessory pouches minimal — the integrated mag/tourniquet loops handle most covert EDC needs without adding external profile.

Measure navel circumference; select carrier (fits 34"–48").

Insert 10"×12" Level III plate or IIIA soft panel into front and rear pockets.

Don carrier; adjust padded shoulder straps for plate height.

Cinch elastic cummerbund — tension without restricting breathing.

Stage tourniquet in integrated cummerbund loop for immediate access.

Attach optional Kangaroo Pocket if administrative storage is needed.

Operational Context

Plainclothes and low-vis protection requirements have grown significantly across law enforcement, private security, and Rescue Task Force (RTF) missions. The Specter occupies the niche between a soft-armor concealable vest — which provides only handgun-rated protection — and a full-size plate carrier that broadcasts tactical intent. For RTF teams deploying in civilian spaces where panic management matters, a carrier that does not overtly signal "SWAT response" can be operationally advantageous during initial warm-zone penetration before scene stabilization.

For complementary plate carriers and tactical vests, ballistic protection systems, and IFAK kits to pair with your carrier, browse MED-TAC's full tactical catalog.