All you need to know about level iii ballistic shield

A ballistic shield is often used on the combat fields whenever troops are in danger of encirclement. The specific design of these devices makes them effective in stopping projectiles and bullets. Personal shields (held in the hand) and mobile personnel shields (wheel-equipped) are used by special operations, and emergency crews around the globe to neutralize threats quickly. 

The performance of ballistic shields has improved significantly during the last few years to suit specific applications. Technology innovation has enabled the creation of a wide range of ballistic shields in the last 20 years. There are critical differences in the protective levels of ballistic shields. Ballistic protection is classified according to levels of resistance by the NIJ (National Institute of Justice). This range covers Level IIA, Level II, Level IIIA, Level III and Level IV depending upon their ability to stop specified rounds at specified velocities.

Level III ballistic shield is quite popular in various military departments due to its ability to defeat rifle caliber rounds. The Level III ballistic shield is tested against a 7.62mm FMJ (M80 military) weighing 147 grain and a muzzle velocity of 2,780 ft/s. A 7.62mm FMJ is normally fired from an AK-47 style rifle or a sniper rifle. This ensures Level III shield will stop a 5.56mm bullet fired from the most common AR-15 models. To fully evaluate the capabilities of the Level III ballistic shield, it must be tested both in its new and conditioned state. Tests on this shield are conducted using the same specs as those on hard shield (147 grains, 2,780 feet per second, and 7.62mm). This shield can also be used with body armor to ensure maximum protection against ballistic threats and projectiles.

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