ICEPLATE EXO® DFNDR Level IV Armor Package - Launch Edition (includes 2 x DFNDR Armor Rifle Rated Hard Plates)
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ICEPLATE EXO® is 100% manufactured in-house at our Knoxville, TN HQ from US materials
[ OVERVIEW ]
ICEPLATE EXO® Gen 3: The Best Defense is a Good Offense
Qore Performance has created the ultimate tool for elite, armed professionals: ICEPLATE EXO® Gen 3. This advanced performance and survivability tool goes beyond traditional plate carriers by enhancing physiological capabilities and inoculating end-users against the harmful effects of the environment. ICEPLATE EXO® Gen 3 weaponizes temperature to go on the offensive and dramatically expand operational envelope access, providing unparalleled competitive advantages. ICEPLATE EXO® Gen 3 integrates patented ICEPLATE® and ICEVENTS® thermoregulation and hydration technologies, enabling operators to achieve maximum endurance and operational effectiveness in any environment. This capability is unique to ICEPLATE EXO® Gen 3. For those seeking to dominate the enemy, ICEPLATE EXO® Gen 3 is not just the best option but the only option. Join us in Building A Superhuman Future® and equip yourself with the ultimate tool for performance and success.LAUNCH EDITION: Celebrate the debut of ICEPLATE EXO® Gen 3 and our new HQ2 in Knoxville, Tennessee! ICEPLATE EXO® Gen 3 Launch Edition Owners will receive an exclusive VIP invitation to the Grand Opening of HQ2. Enjoy a guided, private tour of our normally off-limits facility, savor a catered event with VIP guests, and participate in a private direct feedback session with our R&D team. Join us for a firsthand look at where innovation meets excellence!
"WHICH VARIANT SHOULD I BUY?": This will depend on your use case.
Side Strap - Buy this if you want the slimmest, lightest, faster variant or if you want to use a different cummerbund.
AXL Equinox Cummerbund - Buy this if you want a turn-key, out of the box load-bearing cummerbund with adjustability and quick-release capability.
ICEPLATE EXO® Gen 3 is not for beginners or hobbyists. You can buy ICEPLATE EXO® Gen 3 as a complete package, but we also sell individual components separately here. Please note that ICEPLATE EXO® Gen 3 does not have an FR rating.
Plate Carrier Cooling/Heating/Hydration: add IMS Pro Combo above
Exposed Armor Plates: good or bad? Here is the scientific and engineering truth behind exposed armor plates
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DFNDR Armor Plates
Pairing armor with the correct plate carrier can be complicated and confusing. We created this ICEPLATE EXO® Gen 3 Armor Package to make things easy. Each package includes two of the exact same DFNDR Armor Level III+ C or Level IV rifle rated stand-alone body armor plates that we all run in our personal ICEPLATE EXO® Gen 3 plate carriers here at the shop. Here are the specs from DFNDR Armor:DFNDR Armor Level IV rifle rated hard armor plates are independently tested to NIJ protocol 0101.06. Designed with a multi-curve profile to provide an ergonomic and comfortable fitting armor system that is intended to wear against your body all day (and conforms perfectly with ICEPLATE® Curve). Lightweight to reduce fatigue, DFNDR Armor® Rifle Rated Body Armor is equipped with a state of the art Trauma Mitigation Base to minimize the energy of an impact dramatically.
All threats specified are tested at muzzle velocity and are listed in the ‘threat profile’ table below which describes the rated ammunition this armor system will defeat.
DFNDR Armor® is engineered with the highest grade of ballistic materials; Fiber-Lite Laminate, an ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) bound with a resin matrix to make it a hard stand-alone armor system and equipped with Spall-Tek to further reduce spall and deflection of projectile fragments. These Level IV hard armor plates fit perfectly inside ICEPLATE EXO® Gen 3.
- Proudly Made in the USA
- Multi-Hit Protection
- 1.1 Inches Thick
- Stand-Alone System
- Weight:
- Level III+ C 3.1 pounds per armor plate
- Level IV 5.8 pounds per armor plate
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RF1 Elite 2.09 pounds per armor plate
- Dimensions: 9.5" x 12.5" x 1.1"
Side SAPI Armor Plates
The AXL Equinox Cummerbund option is compatible with SAPI side armor plates. We recommend using the DFNDR QRC 6x6 Side Plate Pouch Set.
Sizing, Armor Plate Compatibility
ICEPLATE EXO® Gen 3 is optimized to work with ICEPLATE Curve® for conformal fit with a Medium ESAPI plate profile. Armor plates with the following dimensions will fit:- 9.5" x 12.5" up to 1.1" for Medium ESAPI armor plate profiles.
- 10" x 12" up to 0.75" thick for Medium SAPI plate profiles.
Kit
To purchase a complete ICEPLATE EXO® Armor Package, click here. To learn more about the difference between Level III+ C, Level IV and RF1 Elite hard armor plates, click here to go to our IceAge Insights article with full video. For best results, we strongly recommend running the DFNDR Armor Medium Level III+ C Stand-Alone Rifle Rated Hard Plates or the DFNDR Armor Medium Level IV Stand-Alone Rifle Rated Hard Plates with ICEPLATE EXO® and ICEPLATE® Curve with an ICEPLATE® MOLLE Sleeve Pro, as ICEPLATE EXO® is specifically designed to fit Medium ESAPI armor plate profiles.
SwiftClip or G-Hook Compatible
Laser-cut slits measuring approximately 7.5" on center for compatibility with SwiftClip or G-Hook equipped placards.
Laser-cut slits measuring approximately 7.5" on center for compatibility with SwiftClip or G-Hook equipped placards.
[ SPECIFICATIONS ]
| Weight: | 15.2 ounces (plate bags, Shoulder Shrouds, Side Strap) to 23.2 oz (AXL Equinox Cummerbund) |
| Size: | Medium |
| Attachment Mechanisms: | MOLLE, Velcro, SwiftClip, G-Hook |
| Armor Plate Compatibility: |
Medium ESAPI (9.5” x 12.5” x 1.1”) Medium SAPI (10" x 12" x 0.75") |
| Materials: | ICEPLATE EXO ® laminate, Velcro®, Nylon 12, Shock Cord, 500D Nylon outer (IRR compliant) |
[ WHAT'S INCLUDED]
SIDE STRAP
2 x Tri-Fold Shoulder Shrouds
AXL EQUINOX CUMMERBUND
2 x Tri-Fold Shoulder Shrouds
2 x AXL Equinox Retainers
2 x AXL Wedges
1 x 25" length of 3/8" Shock Cord
2 x Extra Cummerbund Pull Strings
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[ TURBOCHARGERS ]
ICEPLATE® Curve
THIN BUT CURVY
- Cooling - Fill and freeze ICEPLATE® Curve for up to 70 watts of conductive cooling per ICEPLATE® Curve - an unrivaled performance edge.
- Heating - Fill ICEPLATE® Curve with hot water for up to 52 watts of conductive heating power per ICEPLATE® Curve and an incredible competitive advantage in even the harshest climates.
- Hydration - Each ICEPLATE® Curve holds 50 fl oz (1.5 L) of water.
- One-Way Valve - The one-way valve allows air into ICEPLATE® Curve (drinkable option only), improving flow rate by more than 100% for an effortless drinking experience.
- Integration - Each plate bag is designed to accept ICEPLATE Curves or Medium ESAPI profile armor plates. When using armor plates with ICEPLATE EXO® Gen 3, add IMS Pro Combo for internal or external mounting of ICEPLATE® Curve.
ICEVENTS®
LESS IS MORE
- Convection - Stand-off, omnidirectional ventilation facilitates Convection (evaporative cooling).
- Hydrolysis Resistance - Will not absorb/retain water, sweat.
- Anti-microbial - Totally permanent, ICEVENTS® are antimicrobial at the molecular level, meaning the characteristic cannot be washed away.
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Integration - ICEVENTS® Aero Ventilated Shoulder Pads evenly distribute load across your shoulders, reducing unnecessary strain. ICEVENTS® Classic Ventilation Pontoons (one pair included) provide stand-off ventilation between your body and your plate bag. Use one pair per plate bag as desired.
Above: ICEPLATE EXO® Gen 3 shown with internally mounted IMS Pro Combo for plate carrier cooling/heating/hydration.
[ FEATURES ]
Optimizing Your ICEPLATE EXO® DFNDR Level IV Armor Package Setup
Elevate your ICEPLATE EXO® DFNDR Level IV Armor Package plate carrier setup with our tailored offerings, ensuring your plate carrier is equipped for peak performance.
The IMS Pro Combo
The IMS Pro Combo is a game-changer, seamlessly integrating with your plate carrier to provide unmatched cooling, heating, and hydration capabilities using our groundbreaking ICEPLATE® Curve. This innovative plate carrier hydration pack is designed to maximize the functionality of your rifle plate carrier.
Optimizing Your ICEPLATE EXO® DFNDR Level IV Armor Package Setup
You can also equip your armor package with Blue Force Gear Pouches, offering superior utility and quick access to magazines, enhancing your readiness and operational efficiency. These mag pouches are designed to complement the high demands of active shooter scenarios and intense training sessions, ensuring you have everything you need right at your fingertips.
ICEVENTS® Inner Belt
For those long days in the field or during intense training, the ICEVENTS® Inner Belt introduces an additional layer of ventilation to your plate carrier setup. This feature is crucial for maintaining comfort and reducing the risk of overheating, especially when wearing heavy body armor plates like the DFNDR rifle plates that come with our Level IV armor package. The ICEVENTS® Inner Belt is a testament to our commitment to not just ballistic protection, but also maximum comfort for the wearer, ensuring that your focus can remain on the mission at hand.
The Qore Performance Advantage
At Qore Performance, we are unwavering in our mission to redefine the standards of personal protection and performance. Our dedication to innovation is evident in every product we create, and the ICEPLATE EXO® DFNDR Level IV Armor Package is no exception. Designed for the elite, our body armor solutions are a testament to our commitment to Building A Superhuman Future®, where every individual equipped with our gear is prepared to face challenges head-on and be the greatest version of themselves.
Our customers are at the heart of everything we do. That is why we did not compromise in offering DFNDR plates that meet the highest NIJ Standards for Level IV protection against rifle rounds. This ensures our products provide maximum protection against ballistic threats without compromising on mobility or comfort – perfect for use by law enforcement officers and military personnel.
Proudly made in the USA, our products embody the spirit of innovation and excellence. When you choose Qore Performance, you're aligning with a brand that prioritizes your protection, comfort, and performance above all else.
[ RESOURCES ]
IceAge Insights
- How do I wear ICEPLATE®?
- Can Armor Plates Be Exposed to The Elements?
- What armor plates should I buy: Level III+ C, Level IV or RF1?
- What size plate carrier do I wear?
- What gear pouches/accessories go with ICEPLATE EXO®?
- The Science Behind Body Armor Cooling
- Weight Vest Training with Cooling (i.e. The Tactical Games, Crossfit Games)
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