Hard Shell’s Tactical Operator Vest is a lightweight, modular armor system offering ballistic protection, enhanced comfort, and mobility—ideal for high-risk missions and extended tactical operations.
Color OptionsPurpose-built for high-risk missions, the Tactical Operator Vest is a lightweight, modular body armour system that delivers maximum protection without compromising mobility. It features our patented AWRS (Advanced Weight Redistribution System) to enhance comfort and reduce fatigue during extended operations. Integrated with RhinoCore RF3 ballistic plates, the vest provides high-performance against rifle-level threats. Designed to protect critical organs while maintaining agility, it is an ideal choice for military and tactical professionals operating in demanding environments.
The AWRS (Adjustable Weight Redistribution System) is our patented system designed to significantly improve wearer comfort by transferring a portion of the vest’s load from the waist. This system alleviates shoulder fatigue during prolonged operations, enhances posture, and allows better mobility. The adjustment mechanism enables the wearer to fine-tune the balance based on individual body shape, mission load, and comfort preferences making it ideal for extended field use and high-mobility scenarios.
The ballistics in this bundle are rated Level 3A / Level IIIA / HG2. To learn more about the NIJ body armor standards, visit our Understanding Body Armor Ratings blog.
A rescuer is our enhanced tactical vest model that has been designed to give maximum protection to the upper torso. The Rescuer offers the most protection in our advanced armour range. Based on a standard tactical vest, the Rescuer has additional throat, collar, shoulder, and bicep and groin protection. All of these additional components are removable if the mission dictates, allowing the user to use the Rescuer as a standard tactical vest. The Rescuer is an ideal vest in high threat areas or doing internal security, such as riot control.
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This design puts mission and K9 first. Less bulky thus reduces stress, while increasing “optimal working time” and is handler feature-rich. “Your K9 Partner Always Has Your 6”.
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The Protector MOLLE Vest is designed to be easy to don and quick to remove. With a simple front jacket style solution, it provides excellent protection, while remaining simple to use. It comes complete with MOLLE attachments and loadout points, allowing full tactical use. The vests accept 10” by 12” plates provided by us.
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The Active shooter Vest with soft armor and hard armor rifle plates is an essential kit for all first responders encountering an active shooter situation. Fast donning, vital area coverage combined with situational pouches and minimal equipment enables the wearer to “move towards the sound gunfire. As overt armor becomes the prominent choice among law enforcement officers, Hard Shell has to lead the way with a variety of styles and options. Active Shooter VX-301 is one such design that is highly regarded for its versatility, adjustability, and customization. These carriers have been designed for maximum durability and comfort. VX-301 is made using highly durable, premium quality raw material.
View MoreThe Operator Vest is made with expertise to provide wide protection in situations when there is a considerable risk to the user's mobility. This makes it especially appropriate for use in combat zones as it strikes a balance between the wearer's safety and operational flexibility.
Advanced NIJ Level IIIA ballistic protection with Soft Armor Panel (SAP) is provided by the vest, with the option to upgrade to higher levels (Level III, III+, or IV) depending on the Hard Armour Panels (HAP) selected.
With the MOLLE/PALS attachments on the vest, users can personalise and arrange their equipment with various pouches and accessories thanks to a modular system.
The combined weight of the outer cover and SAP is approximately 3.2 kg for the large size, striking a balance between providing robust protection and ensuring wearability for the wearer during extended use.
Yes, the vest has pockets specifically designed to hold 10
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