Plate Carriers

Plate carriers and tactical vests hold a variety of ceramic and composite armor, lightweight polyethylene armor (UHWPE) or steel armor plates. Simply put, you can’t properly utilize body armor without the plate carrier. RMA has the best carriers available on the market.

Want to know how to choose the best plate carrier for your setup? The good news is that we’ve compiled a guide on how to choose the right Plate Carrier Setup for you.

Tactical Plate Carrier

Tactical plate carriers are most one of the most popular styles of carriers on the market because they can serve a variety of operations – Law Enforcement, Military, Private Security and more. Most tactical plate carriers fit 10×12 single curve plates and are sized from medium to XXL based on adjustments made to the cummerbund and shoulder straps.

Manufacturers make carriers from high-strength Cordura fabrics that are rugged and durable. Typically, these carriers have MOLLE or Laser-cut webbing attached to the front, back and cummerbund, which allows the user to attach a personal configuration of mag pouches, IFAKs, comms, etc.

Concealable Plate Carrier

The thickness and weight required for defeating rifle rounds means hard body armor plates aren’t typically meant for concealment. However, Level IIIA body armor and Level IIIA+ SRT body armor manufactured by RMA are perfect for concealment due to their lightweight and extremely thin profile.

RMA manufactures a concealable plate carrier that is lightweight, rugged and covert. Concealable carriers often don’t have MOLLE or other types of webbing to facilitate mag pouches of any kind. This is due to the need to retain a low level of visibility.

Quick Release Plate Carriers

Due to their practicality and effectiveness in tactical environments, quick release plate carriers have gained favor in recent years. This newer style of carrier provides a number of benefits over traditional plate carriers. Benefits that might be critical in high-intensity situations.

The quick release plate carrier’s primary benefit is the ability to don and doff extremely quickly. This function may be especially critical in circumstances where the wearer needs to swiftly remove their gear in order to treat a wound. The Sierra Plate Carrier, for example, has four quick release buckles to enable rapid removal from around the waist and shoulders.

Quick Release Versatility

Quick release plate carriers’ versatility is another benefit. These carriers work with a variety of plate sizes and shapes. Thus enabling users to adjust their loadout to suit their unique requirements. For individuals who must carry a variety of equipment or who may need to swiftly alter their loadout depending on the circumstance, this can be extremely crucial.

Quick release carriers, like the Tailwind Plate Carrier by 0331 Tactical are often designed to be lightweight and breathable. This helps reduce fatigue and discomfort during extended use. This can be especially important for individuals who need to wear their carrier for long periods of time, such as law enforcement officers or military personnel.

Many fast release carriers include features like MOLLE webbing for connecting additional gear, adjustable shoulder straps and cummerbunds for a secure fit, and reinforced stitching for increased durability.

Overall, if you’re in the market for a carrier, a quick release option can be a smart choice. Quick release plate carriers from 0331 Tactical offer a range of benefits that can help you stay safe and comfortable in high-pressure situations, making them a popular choice for law enforcement, military personnel, and other tactical professionals.

USA Made Tactical Plate Carriers

Plate carriers come in many different size and color options depending on any given task and purpose. However, RMA doesn’t compromise on quality when it comes to the carriers that we sell. From Crye Precision plate carriers, to Shellback Tactical plate carriers and our own covert carrier vest, we ensure that you can have the right kind of tactical carrier for your individual needs.

Imported Tactical Plate Carriers

Condor Carriers are both high quality and affordable – perfect for those on a budget.

Attach removable MOLLE mag pouches, like the Condor MA44 Triple Stack mag pouch or a North American Rescue IFAK. Your carrier becomes the base of operations. Tactical gear such as spare magazines, communications gear, handcuffs, flashlights and similar items can all be attached.

How do I Determine my Plate Carrier Size?

First, determine the size of plate you need to properly protect your body. Then, choose a carrier that fits those plates.

Shellback Tactical plate carriers, Crye Precision carriers and Condor carriers that RMA stocks fit into the “One Size Fits Most” category, regardless of the plate pocket size.

To adjust the carrier to fit, you can lengthen or shorten the cummerbund. Plus, adjust the shoulder straps to your personal preference.

Is it Legal to Own a Plate Carrier?

Yes, all United States citizens have the right to own a plate carrier. After all, carriers have many uses – personal protection and safety, private security, airsoft and even as a weight vest.

The most popular use for a tactical vest is for protection with the use of body armor plates. There are laws that restrict the right to purchase and wear body armor from felons. However, plate carriers are perfectly legal.

Plate Carrier FAQ