Swimmer Cut Armor Plates | Level III–IV | ArmorLite USA
Swimmer-cut plates offer the most aggressive corner reduction of any common plate profile, trimming material from both upper corners to maximize arm mobility and reduce interference during dynamic movement. Originally developed for specialized military applications, swimmer cut plates are used by operators, competitive shooters, and civilians who prioritize mobility without sacrificing core torso protection.
ArmorLite USA carries swimmer-cut plates from HighCom Armor at Level IV and special threat ratings, including the Guardian 4s16 Level IV swimmer cut and the Guardian STP special threat plate tested against M193, M855, and 7.62x39mm MSC. If you are pairing swimmer cut plates with a carrier, confirm your carrier's pocket dimensions and listed compatible cuts before ordering — not all carriers accept swimmer cut without adjustment.
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Level IV Body Armor Plate Set | Guardian 4sas7 by HighCom
Regular price From $299.00 USDRegular priceUnit price per$338.00 USDSale price From $299.00 USDSale -
Level IV Swimmer Cut Plate Set | Guardian 4s16 by HighCom
Regular price From $399.00 USDRegular priceUnit price per$478.00 USDSale price From $399.00 USDSale -
Level IV Shooter Cut Plate Set | Guardian 4s17 by HighCom
Regular price From $279.00 USDRegular priceUnit price per$229.00 USDSale price From $279.00 USD -
Level IV++ Body Armor Plate Set | Guardian 4sss2 by HighCom
Regular price From $1,499.00 USDRegular priceUnit price per$1,898.00 USDSale price From $1,499.00 USDSale -
Special Threat Body Armor Plate Set | Guardian STP by HighCom
Regular price From $159.00 USDRegular priceUnit price per$178.00 USDSale price From $159.00 USDSale -
Level III+ Swimmer Cut Body Armor Plates | Hoplite 23620
Regular price $1,162.50 USDRegular priceUnit price per$1,550.00 USDSale price $1,162.50 USDSale -
Level IV Swimmer Cut Body Armor Plates | Hoplite 26225/6
Regular price From $425.00 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Level III Body Armor Plate Set | Guardian 3s9 by HighCom
Regular price From $549.00 USDRegular priceUnit price per$618.00 USDSale price From $549.00 USDSale -
Special Threat Body Armor Plate | Guardian STP by HighCom
Regular price From $89.00 USDRegular priceUnit price per$89.00 USDSale price From $89.00 USD -
Level IV Swimmer Cut Plate | Guardian 4s16 by HighCom
Regular price From $239.00 USDRegular priceUnit price per$239.00 USDSale price From $239.00 USD -
Level III++ SAPI & Swimmer Body Armor Plates | Hoplite 19513
Regular price From $547.50 USDRegular priceUnit price per$1,095.00 USDSale price From $547.50 USDSale -
Level IV Swimmer Cut Body Armor Plates | Hoplite 26125
Regular price $525.00 USDRegular priceUnit price per$750.00 USDSale price $525.00 USDSold out -
Level IV Swimmer Cut Body Armor Plates | Hoplite 26605
Regular price From $799.00 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Rifle Special Threat Plate Set SA+ | Guardian RSTP by HighCom
Regular price From $749.00 USDRegular priceUnit price per$898.00 USDSale price From $749.00 USDSale -
Level III Swimmer Cut Plate Set | Guardian 3s11 by HighCom
Regular price From $489.00 USDRegular priceUnit price per$499.00 USDSale price From $489.00 USDSale -
Rifle Special Threat Plate SA+ | Guardian RSTP by HighCom
Regular price From $449.00 USDRegular priceUnit price per$449.00 USDSale price From $449.00 USD
