
RMA Defense Level III NIJ .06 Certified Body Armor (Model #1078)
RMA Defense Level III NIJ .06 Certified Body Armor (Model #1078)
RMA’s NIJ 0101.06 Compliant Level III (model #1078) plate was specifically designed for those who need maximum protection and mobility at a low cost. Engineered to be positive buoyant – in addition to weighing just 3 pounds – this level III will defeat multiple 7.62×51 FMJ, M193, 7.62x39MSC, 5.56 FMJ, and also handgun munitions. However, Level III does not defeat armor-piercing threats. Instead, we recommend our Level IV products if you are facing Level IV threats.
This Ultra High Weight Molecular Polyethylene (UHWMP) rifle plate is designed and manufactured at our Centerville, Iowa factory, and built to exceed the standards set forth by the National Institute of Justice’s 0101.06 Certifications for a stand-alone plate. Anyone who depends on superior protection in the most dangerous situations can depend on the strength and quality of this Level III stand-alone rifle plate.
Product Details:
- Stand Alone Body Armor
- Full Edge-to-Edge protection on its 10″x 12″ Strikeface
- Warranty: 5 Year Manufacturer’s Warranty
- Armor Shape: Single-Curve
- Armor Cut: SAPI/ESAPI-Cut
- Weight: 3.3 lbs.
- Thickness: 1.3″
- Armor Build: UHMWPE Polyethylene
- 600 Denier Water Resistant Cover
- Positive Buoyancy
- NIJ 0101.06 Certified
- Made in Centerville, IA – USA
Plate Carrier Compatibility
RMA’s Level III lightweight body armor is a single curve 10″x12″ rigid armor plate, so it will fit in a majority of plate carriers that accepts 10×12 armor plates. Here are some of the best plate carriers that are compatible with the model 1078 body armor plate:
- Shellback Tactical Banshee
- Shellback Banshee Elite 2.0
- Shellback Banshee Elite 3.0
- Condor MOPC Plate Carrier

PLEASE NOTE THAT BY PLACING AN ORDER YOU AGREE TO COMPLY WITH ALL LOCAL, STATE, AND FEDERAL LAWS REGARDING BODY ARMOR.
**United States law restricts possession of body armor for convicted felons. Many U.S. states also have penalties for possession or use of body armor by felons. RMA Armament, Inc., is also unable to ship any body armor plates, Shields, etc. to the state of Connecticut. By purchasing body armor from RMA Armament, Inc., you are certifying that you have not been convicted of any crime that would restrict you from being able to purchase or possess body armor under any Federal or State laws. Furthermore, you are acknowledging that you do not intend to use the body armor for any criminal purpose. RMA Armament, Inc., does reserve the right to refuse to sell body armor to any person.
RMA Defense Level III NIJ .06 Certified Body Armor (Model #1078)
RMA’s NIJ 0101.06 Compliant Level III (model #1078) plate was specifically designed for those who need maximum protection and mobility at a low cost. Engineered to be positive buoyant – in addition to weighing just 3 pounds – this level III will defeat multiple 7.62×51 FMJ, M193, 7.62x39MSC, 5.56 FMJ, and also handgun munitions. However, Level III does not defeat armor-piercing threats. Instead, we recommend our Level IV products if you are facing Level IV threats.
This Ultra High Weight Molecular Polyethylene (UHWMP) rifle plate is designed and manufactured at our Centerville, Iowa factory, and built to exceed the standards set forth by the National Institute of Justice’s 0101.06 Certifications for a stand-alone plate. Anyone who depends on superior protection in the most dangerous situations can depend on the strength and quality of this Level III stand-alone rifle plate.
Product Details:
- Stand Alone Body Armor
- Full Edge-to-Edge protection on its 10″x 12″ Strikeface
- Warranty: 5 Year Manufacturer’s Warranty
- Armor Shape: Single-Curve
- Armor Cut: SAPI/ESAPI-Cut
- Weight: 3.3 lbs.
- Thickness: 1.3″
- Armor Build: UHMWPE Polyethylene
- 600 Denier Water Resistant Cover
- Positive Buoyancy
- NIJ 0101.06 Certified
- Made in Centerville, IA – USA
Plate Carrier Compatibility
RMA’s Level III lightweight body armor is a single curve 10″x12″ rigid armor plate, so it will fit in a majority of plate carriers that accepts 10×12 armor plates. Here are some of the best plate carriers that are compatible with the model 1078 body armor plate:
- Shellback Tactical Banshee
- Shellback Banshee Elite 2.0
- Shellback Banshee Elite 3.0
- Condor MOPC Plate Carrier

PLEASE NOTE THAT BY PLACING AN ORDER YOU AGREE TO COMPLY WITH ALL LOCAL, STATE, AND FEDERAL LAWS REGARDING BODY ARMOR.
**United States law restricts possession of body armor for convicted felons. Many U.S. states also have penalties for possession or use of body armor by felons. RMA Armament, Inc., is also unable to ship any body armor plates, Shields, etc. to the state of Connecticut. By purchasing body armor from RMA Armament, Inc., you are certifying that you have not been convicted of any crime that would restrict you from being able to purchase or possess body armor under any Federal or State laws. Furthermore, you are acknowledging that you do not intend to use the body armor for any criminal purpose. RMA Armament, Inc., does reserve the right to refuse to sell body armor to any person.
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RMA Defense Level III NIJ .06 Certified Body Armor (Model #1078)
RMA’s NIJ 0101.06 Compliant Level III (model #1078) plate was specifically designed for those who need maximum protection and mobility at a low cost. Engineered to be positive buoyant – in addition to weighing just 3 pounds – this level III will defeat multiple 7.62×51 FMJ, M193, 7.62x39MSC, 5.56 FMJ, and also handgun munitions. However, Level III does not defeat armor-piercing threats. Instead, we recommend our Level IV products if you are facing Level IV threats.
This Ultra High Weight Molecular Polyethylene (UHWMP) rifle plate is designed and manufactured at our Centerville, Iowa factory, and built to exceed the standards set forth by the National Institute of Justice’s 0101.06 Certifications for a stand-alone plate. Anyone who depends on superior protection in the most dangerous situations can depend on the strength and quality of this Level III stand-alone rifle plate.
Product Details:
- Stand Alone Body Armor
- Full Edge-to-Edge protection on its 10″x 12″ Strikeface
- Warranty: 5 Year Manufacturer’s Warranty
- Armor Shape: Single-Curve
- Armor Cut: SAPI/ESAPI-Cut
- Weight: 3.3 lbs.
- Thickness: 1.3″
- Armor Build: UHMWPE Polyethylene
- 600 Denier Water Resistant Cover
- Positive Buoyancy
- NIJ 0101.06 Certified
- Made in Centerville, IA – USA
Plate Carrier Compatibility
RMA’s Level III lightweight body armor is a single curve 10″x12″ rigid armor plate, so it will fit in a majority of plate carriers that accepts 10×12 armor plates. Here are some of the best plate carriers that are compatible with the model 1078 body armor plate:
- Shellback Tactical Banshee
- Shellback Banshee Elite 2.0
- Shellback Banshee Elite 3.0
- Condor MOPC Plate Carrier

PLEASE NOTE THAT BY PLACING AN ORDER YOU AGREE TO COMPLY WITH ALL LOCAL, STATE, AND FEDERAL LAWS REGARDING BODY ARMOR.
**United States law restricts possession of body armor for convicted felons. Many U.S. states also have penalties for possession or use of body armor by felons. RMA Armament, Inc., is also unable to ship any body armor plates, Shields, etc. to the state of Connecticut. By purchasing body armor from RMA Armament, Inc., you are certifying that you have not been convicted of any crime that would restrict you from being able to purchase or possess body armor under any Federal or State laws. Furthermore, you are acknowledging that you do not intend to use the body armor for any criminal purpose. RMA Armament, Inc., does reserve the right to refuse to sell body armor to any person.









