Varanus TACTICAL GEN2, Black, with Phoenix IIIA Ballistic Panel

Our best-selling model, the Varanus TACTICAL GEN2 Vest, is a top-of-the-line body armor built with high-quality materials and features. It is our most complete vest, offering robust and durable features such as a drag-strap, molle, velcro, ballistic panel compartments, and hard ballistic plate compartments. Law enforcement agencies and armed forces, both domestically and abroad, have trusted and used this vest, making it a reliable choice for anyone seeking the highest level of protection.

Key features of the Tactical GEN2 Vest:

• 1000 denier nylon with MOLLE on the front and back and extra MOLLE on the cummerbund for added carrying capacity.
• Interior compartments designed to hold Varanus IIIA Panels (included), which offer ballistic protection on the front and back, with overlapping sides for extra coverage.
• Front, side, and back pockets to add Level III, III+, or level IV ballistic plates (not included) for protection against high-velocity rifle rounds.
• Built-in side protection plate pockets, a front-to-back wrap with "Overlap Protection," and an open top for quick 10”x12” plate removal.
• 4-point adjustable vest cover with comfort mesh and fully adjustable Velcro® shoulders.
• Heavy-duty "Drag Strap."

Phoenix Ballistic Panels Included

The Phoenix IIIA Ballistic panel is a lightweight and comfortable ballistic panel. With a 0.95 PSF, it’s a perfect balance between lightweight and affordability. It is NIJ certified and Made in the USA..

Key features of the Phoenix IIIA Ballistic panel:

• The areal density of 0.95 psf
• The thickness of 0.22”
• High flexibility for added comfort
• Constructed with 3000D Aramid Microlam UHMWPE Unidirectional Fabric
• Features W.R.A.P.™ (Water Repellent Armor Perimeter) construction for added protection.
• Protective cover made of Brookwood 70D with Laminated Polyurethane
• The protective seal features Sonobond Ultrasonic Bond
• Special Threat Testing reveals a .44 Mag V50 of 1696 fps and .357 Sig V50 of 1887 fps.
• Special Threat Testing is conducted in accordance with an abbreviated and modified NIJ 0101.06 and Special Threat Testing Protocol.