SHIELD Germany Tactical Vest ALPHA - Black SK1 to SK4
Note: The delivery time varies depending on the size & protection class.
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- 5 year product guarantee
- Insured shipping
- Free returns
Which protection class do I need?
Which protection class do I need?
Protection class 1 (SK1)
Protects up to caliber 9 mm Luger (DM 41), which is used, for example, in the Glock 47 handgun.
The certification was carried out according to the VPAM BSW3 guideline and, to put it simply, requires firing 3 rounds of 9 mm Luger at a distance of 5 meters , temperature ranges from +70° to -20° C with a total of 5 test samples. You can find more detailed information in the policy itself.
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Protection class 1+ (SK1+)
Protects up to caliber 9 mm Luger (DM 41) + extended trauma protection in the lethal range with also the same protection class in SK1 .
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Protection class 4 (SK4)
Protects up to caliber .308 Win (7.62x51) P80, which is used, for example, in the G3 assault rifle of the German Bundeswehr.
The certification was carried out according to the VPAM BSW7 guideline and, to put it simply, requires firing 3 rounds of .308 Win at a distance of 10 meters, temperature ranges from +70° to -20° C with a total of 5 test samples. You can find more detailed information in the policy itself.
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Protection class 4+ (SK4+)
Protects up to caliber .308 Win (7.62x51) P80 (long gun fire) in the lethal area and up to caliber 9 mm Luger (DM 41) (handgun fire) in the remaining area of the vest surface.
scope of delivery
scope of delivery
Without (no protection)
• 1x ALPHA operational vest
Protection class 1 (SK1)
• 1x ALPHA operational vest
• 1x pair of SK1 soft inserts
Protection class 1+ (SK1+)
• 1x ALPHA operational vest
• 1x pair of SK1 soft inserts
• 2x SK1 plate
Protection class 4 (SK4)
• 1x ALPHA operational vest
• 2x SK4 plate
Protection class 4+ (SK4+)
• 1x ALPHA operational vest
• 1x pair of SK1 soft inserts
• 2x SK4 plate
Product guarantee
Product guarantee
All SHIELD Germany products come with a 5-year guarantee.
Delivery & shipping costs
Delivery & shipping costs
The shipping costs depend on the destination country and the weight of the package, i.e. the order quantity. Please take this out at checkout.
We ship orders within Germany free of charge for orders over 50.00 euros.
Return Policy
Return Policy
You generally have the right to return items to us within 14 days (from the day of delivery).
The delivery deadline is met if you send the goods before the deadline of 14 days has expired.
Please note that a copy of the invoice or delivery note must always be available. You will then receive confirmation of the successful return directly from our shipping center

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The SHIELD plate carriers with Velcro areas for ID patch, rescue handle, padded Velcro shoulder pads are perfect for tactical use. The height is adjusted using Velcro straps, the side adjustment in the front area is done using Velcro and fleece straps, which enables an optimal fit.
• Material: 100% polyamide
• Dimensions for soft armor: 52 x 39 cm at the front, approx. 57 x 44 cm at the back
• Inside pockets for STA • Plates up to 25 x 30 x 2.5 cm
• Velcro straps
• Velcro areas for patches
Thanks to the innovative design and the sophisticated cut, the Plate Carrier from SHIELD Germany is comfortable to wear and adapts perfectly.
• S - Chest circumference: 80-90cm
• M - Chest circumference: 90-100cm
• L - Chest circumference: 100-110cm
• XL - chest circumference: 110-120cm
• XXL - chest circumference: 120-130cm
• XXXL - chest circumference: 130-140cm
Protection class 1 (SK1)
Protects up to caliber 9 mm Luger (DM 41), which is used, for example, in the Glock 47 handgun.
The certification was carried out according to the VPAM BSW3 guideline and, to put it simply, requires firing 3 rounds of 9 mm Luger at a distance of 5 meters , temperature ranges from +70° to -20° C with a total of 5 test samples. You can find more detailed information in the policy itself.
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Protection class 1+ (SK1+)
Protects up to caliber 9 mm Luger (DM 41) + extended trauma protection in the lethal range with also the same protection class in SK1 .
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Protection class 4 (SK4)
Protects up to caliber .308 Win (7.62x51) P80, which is used, for example, in the G3 assault rifle of the German Bundeswehr.
The certification was carried out according to the VPAM BSW7 guideline and, to put it simply, requires firing 3 rounds of .308 Win at a distance of 10 meters, temperature ranges from +70° to -20° C with a total of 5 test samples. You can find more detailed information in the policy itself.
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Protection class 4+ (SK4+)
Protects up to caliber .308 Win (7.62x51) P80 (long gun fire) in the lethal area and up to caliber 9 mm Luger (DM 41) (handgun fire) in the remaining area of the vest surface.

All products are CE certified and tested by the Ulm Ballistics Office according to VPAM BSW 2006.
When the goods are delivered you will receive a CE certificate, a proof certificate, a declaration of conformity and instructions.

Uncompromising & robust
The SHIELD Germany ALPHA operational vest has been specially developed for demanding police and military tasks

STA plate insert compartment
The SHIELD Germany ALPHA operational vest can be equipped with a stand-alone plate on the front and back to ensure full protection
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