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PLATEMINUS plate carrier vest

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Color: Coyote
Size: M

MOLLEminus is a revolutionary load carriage platform that is fully MOLLE compatible while being the lightest on the market. The same way we made the lightest MOLLE pouch attachment - Helium Whisper™ - system with one piece Helium Whisper backers, MOLLEminus™ is a MOLLE compatible platform constructed out of one piece of ULTRAcomp™ The MOLLE field has been changed to all slots which gives greater flexibility in mounting pouches and maximum signature reduction without having another layer of material underneath.

The PLATEminus 4 combines the advanced technology and superior design to bring you a full featured plate carrier that can be worn slick and light or fully kitted out. For the latest version of this product, check out the PLATE-6.

The PLATE-4 is a light weight plate carrier that is perfectly suited as a low profile carrier or a fully loaded MOLLE compatible plate carrier. The carrier is built with ULTRAcomp® - an extremely durable, battle proven high performance laminate that has been laser cut for a precision down to the thousandth of an inch. The laser cut MOLLEminus™ slots are fully MOLLE compatible that saves weight and bulk over traditional sewn MOLLE webbing. The latest generation of MOLLEminus provides a greater range of adjustment of pouches over the first generation ‘slots and holes’ and also minimizes snags on clothing or other gear.

When worn, the PLATEminus is surprisingly light - only 640 grams or less than a pound and a half empty. With plates, the whole setup is very thin, secure, and snag free for very easy wear and use whether it is under an outer garment, in a vehicle, or training at the range

The PLATEminus 4 carriers SAPI or ESAPI armour plates with or without soft armour backers in an enclosed tweave plate pocket. Other nonstandard sized steel or composite armour may fit depending on the size. Remember to size the carrier in the options to the plate size, NOT the user physical size.

Medium 9.5" wide x 12.5" high x 1.25" thick -For Medium SAPI / ESAPI plates
Large 10.25" wide x 13.25" high x 1.25" thick - For Large SAPI / ESAPI plates

The side plate pockets that fit 6” x 6” hard armour side plates secured with a Ten-Speed® cummerbund for a more secure fit and to hold extra mags or equipment.

BLIP™ feature on the Side Plate Pockets

Our Ball Loaded Index Point, or BLIP™ for short, is a feature found on all our lidded pouches and select plate carriers like the PLATEminus V4 Plate Carrier. BLIP was born in the freezing rain on a Blackwater range. It was there we realized that when you can’t feel your fingers, it’s very difficult to get a grasp on a flat piece of webbing and distinguish a pull tab. The ball doesn’t rely on friction; the bones in your fingers positively engage it. BLIP’s form is both easy to pull and impossible to miss.

Ten-Speed® Cummerbund Straps

These inner straps made of Ten-Speed Military Grade Elastic with a Hook and Loop system in place on the back panel to side pockets. The cummerbund can be completely removed for best adjustment to body type and size (see the bottom of the page for more details). The military grade elastic also helps with better flexibility and movement, as the material is flexible as well. It also has two multi-use pouches (as seen in the Side Plate Feature Image holding an M4 Mag), which depends on how much of the Cummerbund is exposed.

Display your Patches

The carrier is fully adjustable for the user size with adjustable hook and hoop secured shoulder straps and adjustable side straps. A large pattern matched loop field on the front can be left empty or used to display name, department, or flag patches.

  • Compatibility: ESAPI & ESAPs Plates with soft armor backers. Other similar sized armoured plates may fit.
  • Installation - Pulling the BLIP™ feature on the Side Plate Pockets to open or close side Pockets for best fit, along with adjustable shoulder straps.
  • Plate Size - Medium: 241 x 318 mm (9½ x 12½ in) or Large: 260 x 337 mm (10⅛ x 13¼ in)
  • Weight - 0.64 KG's (1.41 lbs)
  • Material - Constructed from ULTRAcomp® high performance laminate Ten-Speed® cummerbund (on Plate Pockets)
  • Technology - MOLLEminus™ Technology fully MOLLE compatible

Specifications

  • Weight: 640 g / 1.41 lbs
  • Intended Use: Military, Tactical
  • Gender: Men's
  • Age: Adult
  • Brand: Blue Force Gear
  • Guarantee: Limited Lifetime

    Delivery Methods

    All shipments are made from WELKIT LOGISTIQUE based in Guer Coëtquidan, in France. We ship your orders from Monday to Friday via Colissimo International, which will then pass your package to their UK partners, Royal Mail or Parcel Force, for delivery within the UK.

    UK

    • Standard (2-8 days): from £9.95 or Free for orders over £99
      Please note that the delivery time may be extended due to possible customs clearance.

    International

    For all other shipments outside Metropolitan France, the shipping cost is calculated based on the weight of the package and the destination country. Delivery fees will be displayed in your cart before payment of your order.

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    UK Shipments

    When purchasing from us for delivery to the UK, prices shown are exclusive of VAT. UK VAT and any potential customs fees will be due upon arrival in the UK and are not calculated by Welkit. These charges will be communicated and collected by the carrier at the time of delivery. Please note, Welkit cannot predict these additional costs and is not responsible for them. These additional charges are the responsibility of the customer.