Caliber Armor Maritime UHMWPE Level III Body Armor Package with DV8 Plate Carrier

Configurable. Combat-Ready. DV8-Maritime.

The Caliber Armor Maritime Body Armor Package with DV8 Plate Carrier delivers lightweight, rifle-rated protection in a scalable system built for mobility, maritime environments, and high-speed operations. This package pairs the advanced buoyancy and lightweight performance of our Maritime UHMWPE rifle plates with the versatile DV8 Plate Carrier, creating a low-profile armor platform designed for operators who demand comfort, durability, and modular performance.

Engineered for operators who demand a carrier that fits their plates like a glove, the Maritime + DV8 system delivers dependable multi-hit rifle protection while remaining significantly lighter than traditional armor solutions. With naturally buoyant UHMWPE construction and a breathable carrier design, this package is ideal for operations where weight, comfort, and mobility matter most.

Package Includes

• (2) Caliber Armor Maritime Level III UHMWPE Body Armor Plates
• (1) Caliber Armor DV8 Plate Carrier

Plate Carrier Sizing Guide

The DV8 Plate Carrier is available in two sizes and multiple plate bag configurations to match your operational needs.

Medium Carrier — Adjustable from 28" – 46"

Compatible Plate Configurations:

• Shooter’s Cut Front & Back
• Shooter’s Cut Front / SAPI Cut Back

Large Carrier — Adjustable from 30" – 48"

Compatible Plate Configuration:

• 11" × 14" XL Shooter’s Cut Front & Back

Measure your waist at the navel using a soft measuring tape. Refer to our Care, Use & Fitting Guide for plate sizing recommendations.

DV8 Plate Carrier Features

• Fully Configurable Carrier — mix and match front & rear plate bag cuts for the perfect plate fitment
• MIL-Spec, NIR & Berry Compliant construction
• Low-profile 4" elastic cummerbund for maximum adjustability and mobility
• Laser-cut MOLLE for modular attachments
• Removable placard for quick configuration changes
• Removable QASM buckles for flexible loadout setups
• 500D heavy-duty fabric with high-tensile strength stitching
• Breathable moisture-wicking mesh liner for improved airflow and comfort
• Lightweight and scalable platform
• Bottom-loading plate pockets for easy plate installation
• Proudly Made in the USA — from design to manufacturing

Maritime Level III UHMWPE Body Armor Features

• NIJ Level III Protection – Tested to meet and exceed NIJ-STD-0101.06 standards
• Special Threat Tested – Stops 7.62x39mm and M193
• Lightweight UHMWPE Construction — significantly lighter than steel alternatives
• Naturally Buoyant — engineered to float for water-based operations
• Multi-Hit Capable – Proven performance against repeated impacts
• Waterproof Polyurea Finish — mission-durable
• Profile – only 1” (25.4 mm)

Cut & Size Options:

• Medium Shooter's Cut: 9.5" x 12.5" | 3.5 lbs
• SAPI Medium: 9.5" x 12.5" | 3.7 lbs
• Large Shooter's Cut: 10.5" x 13.5" | 4.2 lbs
• Law Enforcement-Style Shooter Cut

Proudly made in the USA — Louisville, Kentucky

Ballistic Resistance & Special Threat Protection

Independently tested in NIJ accredited ballistic laboratories, the Caliber Armor UHMWPE Maritime Plates meet and exceed NIJ-STD-0101.06 standards to ensure dependable protection in real-world engagements.

Rated to stop:

• 7.62×51mm NATO M80 Ball
• 7.62×39mm MSC
• 5.56×45mm M193

Why Choose Caliber Armor

Wherever the mission takes you, you need a carrier built around your plates — and the Maritime + DV8 package delivers. The DV8's first-of-its-kind configurable plate bag system ensures your Level III Maritime plates fit like they were made for each other, because they were. This lightweight, rifle-rated, and American-made package is a system built to perform wherever you operate.

Configurable. Buoyant. American-Made.

The Caliber Armor Maritime Level III with DV8 Body Armor Package is the choice for operators who refuse to compromise fit, function, or protection.

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