Ballistic shield

Working in the army or police force is a risky business. To protect your life and health, you'll need to wear a variety of protective gear, including helmets and gloves. Adding a ballistic shield to your arsenal is also highly recommended.

If you're looking for a product like this to give you more comprehensive protection on the riskiest missions, SOLDAT.FR has the ballistic shield for you.

Ballistic shield: what is it?

The ballistic shield is a piece of protective equipment widely used by police officers and soldiers in dangerous operations. It is an object that deflects and stops bullets. People wearing this protective equipment can move forward without endangering themselves, safe from bullets. The ballistic shield is also used against projectiles that may be thrown during demonstrations that get out of hand, or during clashes between law enforcement agencies and the public. In fact, this item is more resistant than a riot shield.

How to choose a ballistic shield?

If you're looking for the right ballistic shield in our stock, here are the selection criteria to consider.

Shield protection level

The shield's level of ballistic protection is the first characteristic to be examined. It represents the degree of resistance of the bulletproof equipment as defined by NIJ standards. For this purpose, ballistic shields are available in :

• NIJ IIA level against .22 mm short, .9 mm, .45 mm, .380 mm, .38 mm 4 mm thick bullets,
• NIJ II level,
• level NIJ IIIA,
• NIJ III level,
• NIJ IV level.

The higher the level, the greater the protection offered by the ballistic shield, with NIJ IV even protecting against .30 mm perforating bullets. From NIJ II to NIJ IV, bullet thickness increases to 5, 6, 15 and 20 mm respectively.

Ballistic shield dimensions and shape

There are several types of ballistic shields, in various shapes and sizes. Some cover the entire torso, from eye level to halfway up the thigh of an average-sized man. Others protect only the torso.

In terms of shape, ballistic shields are available with an opening at face level to allow forward vision, or with bullet-proof glass. Some ballistic shields can be worn in a harness on the chest, directly in the hand or pushed by attaching them to a wheeled stand. Others even have feet to erect them as a protective barrier on the ground. Choose the ballistic shield from our stock that's just right for the job.

The material used to make the ballistic shield

The protective device can be made from a variety of materials, including polyethylene (HMPE/UHMWPE) or Kevlar (aramid fiber). If you're looking for a sturdy, durable product, a polyethylene ballistic shield is the way to go. For short-term use only, choose an aramid fiber shield.

Soldat.fr to buy a top-quality ballistic shield

Whatever your ballistic shield needs, Soldat.fr has the protective products you need. Our stock contains several types of ballistic shields, available at good prices. Browse now to find the protective gear you're looking for.