{"product_id":"mira-tactical-4601-series-level-iv-body-armor","title":"MIRA Tactical 4601 Series Level IV Body Armor","description":"\u003ch3\u003eElite-Grade Protection. Engineered for Real-World Combat.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen the threat is armor-piercing, compromise isn’t an option. The MIRA Tactical 4601 Series Level IV Body Armor Plates deliver unmatched ballistic protection for those who operate in the world’s most dangerous environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt in the USA and certified to NIJ 0101.06 standards, these Level IV standalone plates are designed to stop multiple armor-piercing (AP) and enhanced-performance rifle rounds—offering military-grade defense in a lightweight, ergonomic package.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing Hesco’s cutting-edge ceramic composite construction, the 4601 Series delivers the highest level of certified protection with the mobility and comfort demanded by today’s professionals and prepared civilians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLevel IV Standalone Protection. Trusted Worldwide.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 4601 Series provides true Level IV standalone protection, capable of defeating 7.62×63mm M2 AP and other advanced AP rounds. Each plate is multi-hit rated and engineered to perform under extreme battlefield conditions—no soft armor backing required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a thickness of 1.18 inches (30 mm) and areal density of 9.08 lb\/ft², the 4601 Series achieves a rare balance: maximum protection without sacrificing mobility or endurance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNIJ Level IV Certified: Meets or exceeds NIJ Standard 0101.06 ballistic testing for AP threats.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandalone Capability: No soft armor required—certified protection from a single plate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArmor-Piercing Defense: Defeats multiple armor-piercing (AP) and enhanced-performance rifle rounds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulti-Hit Performance: Tested under NIJ protocols to stop repeated impacts across a range of calibers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulti-Curve Comfort: Contoured for natural fit and superior weight distribution during long missions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtreme Durability: Ceramic and composite hybrid build with a water-resistant ballistic wrap.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in the USA: Designed and manufactured under stringent quality controls for consistent, field-proven performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCut Options and Dimensions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MIRA Tactical 4601 Series comes in both Shooter Cut and SAPI Cut configurations, providing mission-specific versatility for tactical and operational applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHesco 4601 Tech Sheet 250115\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShooter Cut – Multi-Curve\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDimensions (W × L)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4601-SH-MC-L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10.00\" × 12.00\" (254 × 305 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.4 lb (2.9 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4601-SH-MC-S\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8.00\" × 10.00\" (203 × 254 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.1 lb (1.9 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSAPI Cut – Multi-Curve\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDimensions (W × L)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4601-SA-MC-XL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e11.00\" × 14.00\" (279 × 356 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8.8 lb (4.0 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4601-SA-MC-L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10.25\" × 13.25\" (260 × 337 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.6 lb (3.5 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4601-SA-MC-M\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9.50\" × 12.50\" (241 × 318 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.6 lb (3.0 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4601-SA-MC-S\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8.75\" × 11.75\" (222 × 298 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.7 lb (2.6 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eComprehensive Threat Protection\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccording to the Hesco 4601 Threat Performance Matrix (page 1), each plate provides multi-hit protection against a broad spectrum of lead-core, steel-core, enhanced-performance, and armor-piercing threats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHesco 4601 Tech Sheet 250115:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAmmunition\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMax Velocity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCore Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.56×45mm M193\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3,280 ft\/s (1,000 m\/s)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLead Core\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.62×39mm M67\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2,410 ft\/s (735 m\/s)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLead Core\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.62×51mm M80\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2,810 ft\/s (856 m\/s)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLead Core\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.62×63mm JSP\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2,794 ft\/s (852 m\/s)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLead Core\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.56×45mm M855 \/ SS109\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3,150 ft\/s (960 m\/s)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMild Steel Core\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.62×39mm M43\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2,410 ft\/s (735 m\/s)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMild Steel Core\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.62×54R LPS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2,832 ft\/s (863 m\/s)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnhanced Performance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.56×45mm M855A1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3,180 ft\/s (969 m\/s)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnhanced Performance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.62×51mm M80A1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3,050 ft\/s (930 m\/s)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnhanced Performance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.62×39mm API\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2,410 ft\/s (735 m\/s)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eArmor Piercing Core\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.62×54R B-32 API\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2,850 ft\/s (869 m\/s)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eArmor Piercing Incendiary\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.62×51mm M61\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2,830 ft\/s (863 m\/s)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eArmor Piercing Core\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.62×63mm AP M2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2,910 ft\/s (887 m\/s)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eArmor Piercing Core\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach plate is tested to defeat multiple rounds under NIJ standards—providing consistent, life-saving protection against modern ballistic threats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProtection Level\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNIJ Level IV (Standalone)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCut Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShooter Cut \/ SAPI Cut\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCurve Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMulti-Curve\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThickness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.18\" (30 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAreal Density\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9.08 lb\/ft²\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater-resistant ballistic fabric\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTesting Standard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNIJ Standard 0101.06 Certified\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCountry of Manufacture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose the MIRA Tactical 4601 Series\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 4601 Series stands as a pinnacle of armor innovation—offering maximum ballistic protection and battle-ready comfort for those who operate in life-or-death environments. Whether defending freedom abroad or preparing for critical domestic operations, the 4601 is the armor you can trust.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLife Without the 4601 Series Looks Like:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExposure to armor-piercing threats with limited defense.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavier, less ergonomic plates that slow mobility.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUncertainty about multi-hit performance in the field.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLife With the 4601 Series Looks Like:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCertified protection against advanced AP and API rounds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightweight design that enhances speed and endurance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeace of mind backed by U.S.-made Hesco engineering and MIRA Tactical reliability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions About the 4601 Series Armor\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat makes Level IV armor different from Level III+?\u003cbr\u003eLevel IV armor is the highest NIJ-rated ballistic protection, designed to stop armor-piercing rifle rounds such as 7.62×63mm AP M2. Level III+ plates protect against non-AP rounds but are not rated for AP penetration resistance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAre the 4601 plates standalone?\u003cbr\u003eYes. These plates are fully standalone, providing certified protection without the need for additional soft armor backing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow does the 4601 differ from the 4403 Series?\u003cbr\u003eThe 4601 features increased areal density and expanded threat coverage, including enhanced performance and AP incendiary rounds, making it ideal for extreme combat or tactical use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAre the plates compatible with my carrier?\u003cbr\u003eYes. The 4601 Series is compatible with most standard plate carriers, available in multiple cuts and sizes for optimal fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow should I clean and maintain my armor?\u003cbr\u003eWipe with a damp cloth and mild soap. Do not submerge or machine wash. Store in a cool, dry location away from direct sunlight or chemicals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBe Ready for Anything\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MIRA Tactical 4601 Series Level IV Body Armor Plates are built to withstand the world’s deadliest ballistic threats. Trusted by professionals, proven in the field, and certified to the highest standards—these plates ensure that when the stakes are highest, you stay protected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStay prepared. Stay protected. 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