{"product_id":"vism-level-iii-ballistic-side-hard-plate","title":"VISM Level III+ Ballistic Side Hard Plate","description":"\u003c!-- VISM Level III+ Ballistic Side Hard Plate — GEO-optimized product description --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-family:'Helvetica Neue',Arial,sans-serif;color:#121212;max-width:860px;margin:0 auto;line-height:1.65;\"\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Direct Answer Block --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"margin:0 0 28px;padding:16px 20px;background:#f5f4f0;border-left:4px solid #9c8f61;\"\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0;font-size:15px;color:#121212;line-height:1.6;\"\u003eThe VISM Level III+ Ballistic Side Hard Plate is a flat 6\"×6\" square-cut UHMWPE plate independently tested to Level III+ standards. Weighing approximately 1.07 lbs (485 g), it is designed for the side plate pockets of compatible plate carriers and armor vests, extending rifle-rated protection to the lateral torso (liver, spleen, kidneys) at minimal added weight. SKU: BPSD66.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Key Specifications Table --\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"font-size:18px;font-weight:700;color:#121212;margin:0 0 12px;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.04em;\"\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x:auto;margin:0 0 32px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:14px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cthead\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth style=\"background:#121212;color:#fff;padding:10px 14px;text-align:left;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003cth style=\"background:#121212;color:#fff;padding:10px 14px;text-align:left;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/thead\u003e\n      \u003ctbody\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;background:#fff;\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;background:#fff;\"\u003eVISM by NcStar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;background:#fff;\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;background:#fff;\"\u003eBPSD66\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;background:#faf9f6;\"\u003eProtection Level\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;background:#faf9f6;\"\u003eLevel III+ (independently tested)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;background:#fff;\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;background:#fff;\"\u003eUHMWPE (Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;background:#faf9f6;\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;background:#faf9f6;\"\u003e6\"×6\" flat square cut\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;background:#fff;\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;background:#fff;\"\u003e~1.07 lbs (485 g) per plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;background:#faf9f6;\"\u003eProfile\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;background:#faf9f6;\"\u003eFlat (no curve)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;background:#fff;\"\u003ePrimary Threat Rated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;background:#fff;\"\u003e7.62×51mm NATO and additional Level III+ threats\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;background:#faf9f6;\"\u003eApplication\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;background:#faf9f6;\"\u003eSide plate pockets of plate carriers and armor vests\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n    \u003c\/table\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Product Overview --\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"font-size:18px;font-weight:700;color:#121212;margin:0 0 12px;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.04em;\"\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 16px;font-size:15px;\"\u003eSide plate protection is the final frontier of comprehensive ballistic coverage. While front and rear 10\"×12\" plates protect the vital core, the lateral torso — which contains the liver, spleen, kidneys, and descending aorta — remains exposed unless side plates are installed. The VISM Level III+ Ballistic Side Hard Plate addresses this gap in a flat 6\"×6\" square format that fits the standard side plate pockets built into most modern plate carriers and armor vests.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 16px;font-size:15px;\"\u003eAt approximately 1.07 lbs per plate, a pair of VISM side plates adds only about 2.1 lbs of total carried weight — a modest penalty given the significant anatomical zones they protect. The UHMWPE construction keeps this weight as low as possible while still delivering independently tested Level III+ ballistic performance, including rated protection against 7.62×51mm NATO (the standard NATO battle rifle round). UHMWPE also eliminates the spall fragmentation risk associated with steel side plates, which is particularly relevant for lateral body coverage where fragmentation could strike the arms or face.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 16px;font-size:15px;\"\u003eThe flat 6\"×6\" square geometry maximizes coverage within the typical square or rectangular side plate pocket. Unlike curved side plates (available separately), the flat BPSD66 does not conform to the body's lateral curvature, which means there will be a gap between the plate face and the body at the edges. For operators who prioritize flat panel compatibility, extended service life, and cost, the flat version is the practical choice; operators who prioritize body conformance and comfort during extended wear should consider the VISM Curved Ballistic Side Hard Plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Anatomy of Lateral Protection --\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"font-size:18px;font-weight:700;color:#121212;margin:0 0 12px;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.04em;\"\u003eWhy Side Plates Matter: Lateral Anatomy Protection\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 24px;padding-left:20px;font-size:15px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLiver\u003c\/strong\u003e — Right side, below the lower ribs. A penetrating rifle wound to the liver is often rapidly fatal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpleen\u003c\/strong\u003e — Left side, under the lower ribs. Highly vascular; splenic lacerations cause severe hemorrhage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKidneys\u003c\/strong\u003e — Bilateral, posterior-lateral aspect. Major arterial supply; renal injury is a significant cause of preventable trauma death.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDescending aorta\u003c\/strong\u003e — Left lateral. Aortic injury is almost universally fatal without immediate surgical intervention.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Internal Links --\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 32px;font-size:15px;\"\u003eFor curved side plate options, see the VISM Level III+ Curved Ballistic Side Hard Plate in the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tactical-medicine.com\/collections\/armor-plates-panels\" style=\"color:#9c8f61;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eArmor Plates \u0026amp; Panels\u003c\/a\u003e collection. For complete plate carrier systems with side plate pockets, browse \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tactical-medicine.com\/collections\/plate-carriers-tactical-vests\" style=\"color:#9c8f61;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003ePlate Carriers \u0026amp; Tactical Vests\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Compliance Footer --\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:24px 0 0;padding:12px 16px;background:#f5f4f0;border-left:3px solid #9c8f61;font-size:13px;color:#555;line-height:1.5;\"\u003eAll products sourced from the actual brand manufacturer or authorized master distributors. CoTCCC recommendation status verified where applicable. Ships from MED-TAC International, Pembroke Pines, FL — clinician-founded, veteran-led, SDVOSB-certified.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"VISM","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":20442958397558,"sku":"BPSD66","price":87.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0085\/6909\/4262\/products\/vism-level-iii-ballistic-side-hard-plate-7460558.jpg?v=1763156238","url":"https:\/\/www.tactical-medicine.com\/en-au\/products\/vism-level-iii-ballistic-side-hard-plate","provider":"MED-TAC International Corp.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}