Armor Matrix Systems has announced the release of its latest innovation, the GEN7-IIIA-PP soft ballistic panel system, which has officially been certified by the National Institute of Justice (NIJ) at Threat Level IIIA. To commemorate this milestone, the company is offering free samples of the panel to law enforcement agencies and qualified companies.

The GEN7-IIIA-PP system represents a significant advancement in ballistic protection, featuring the groundbreaking PERAPLUS-GEN7 fabric technology. This new soft armour panel is not only extremely lightweight and flexible but also delivers superior ballistic performance. Armor Matrix Systems backs this innovative product with a seven-year warranty, reflecting the company's confidence in its durability and performance, the company said in a press release.

The GEN7-IIIA-PP soft armour panel has undergone rigorous testing, showcasing remarkable protective capabilities. It competes with leading products in the market, such as Armor Express Gen2 Razor IIIA, Point Blank Alpha Elite Series, and Safariland’s SX Armor, in terms of weight, flexibility, and ballistic protection.

One of the standout features of the GEN7-IIIA-PP is its exceptional V50 Ballistic Limit test results. The V50 test measures the velocity at which there is a 50 per cent chance of projectile penetration. With a V50 357 SIG value of 1934 ft/s (589 m/s), the GEN7-IIIA-PP surpasses all other lightweight NIJ Level IIIA certified soft armour panels currently available, setting a new industry standard.

Beyond the standard .44 Magnum and .357 SIG rounds required for NIJ Level IIIA certification, the GEN7-IIIA-PP has been tested against a range of additional special threat rounds, including 9mm Ranger SXT, 7.62x25mm Tokarev 85gr. FMJ, and 5.7x28mm 40gr. SS197. This extensive testing ensures that the panel provides exceptional protection against a wide array of ballistic threats.

“We spent over two years designing a ballistic solution that delivers top-tier performance while remaining accessible in terms of pricing for all law enforcement personnel,” said Stephen Walker of Armor Matrix Systems, while sharing insights into the development process.

Walker emphasised that the company’s mission is to provide the best possible protection at a reasonable price, ensuring that those who risk their lives to protect others can afford the highest quality body armour.

To celebrate the NIJ certification and the launch of the GEN7-IIIA-PP, Armor Matrix Systems is offering a limited number of free sample panels to law enforcement agencies and official companies.