Mobility & Protection Systems

BAE Systems offers a variety of hard and soft armor solutions. Our hard armor, ballistic inserts (SAPI Plates- Small Arms Protective Inserts) provide enhanced levels of protection and are designed to stop threates that soft armor cannot. These plates are designed to withstand multiple hits from rifle shots and explosive devies. They vary in weight, performance and cost dpending on the specific needs of the customer and mission. BAE Systems hard armor inserts are fully qualified by the U.S. Government through rigorous independent physical, environmental and ballistic testing. Additionally, our ballistic experts continue to enhance SAPI to maintain leading edge performance and weight.

BAE Systems' soft armor solutions provide ballistic and fragmentation protection for the torso and through attached components, the coverage is extended to the throat, neck, groin, lower back and sides (depending on the vest). BAE Systems' soft armor vests also provide attachment webbing for load carriage pockets and pouches.