Does Gen 4 IOTV have groin protector?

IOTV GEN 4 Modular and fully scalable, the base vest can be easily configured to accommodate full system components including neck-throat protection, deltoid protection, groin and lower back protection.

How many armor plates does the IOTV accept?

However, a fully equipped IOTV, complete with all its components (soft armor panel inserts, four ballistic plate inserts (front and back plates and two side plates), collar, and groin protectors) still weighs 30 pounds (14 kg), with a Large IOTV weighing about 35 pounds (16 kg).

Where should plate carriers sit?

The general rule of thumb is that its front plate pouch must sit at the width of two fingers under your collarbone. You can use the shoulder straps to adjust the rear plate pouch to make it in line with the front instead of sagging lower on the back.

How heavy is an IOTV with plates?

The IOTV, when loaded with heavy plates, weighs about 31 pounds, while a comparable TEP system checks in at about 23 pounds, or 26 percent lighter.

What level body armor does the US military use?

Level III armor is normally used by military personnel and law enforcement officers. This body armor level is currently always hard and in the form of ballistic plates that can be inserted into vests or carriers.

How much does an Iotv weigh without plates?

The basic system weight (IOTV, ESAPI, ESBI, size medium) is 31 pounds and provides increased area coverage and greater protection. The medium IOTV, without plates, weighs 15 pounds and protects against fragmentation and 9mm rounds.

How much does an Iotv weigh without side plates?

How much do side plates weigh army?

Small – 1.59 kg (3.5 lb) | 222 x 298 mm (8¾ x 11¾ in) Medium – 1.82 kg (4.0 lb) | 241 x 318 mm (9½ x 12½ in) Large – 2.09 kg (4.6 lb) | 260 x 337 mm (10⅛ x 13¼ in)

Which is the left side plate carrier for IOTV?

The left-hand side plate carrier (left side plate carrier for IOTV or left-hand universal side plate carrier for IOTV Gen II) should be attached first, followed by the right. Failure to follow these directions could result in injury or death.

Is the IOTV Gen III a SAPI plate?

The IOTV Gen III has the ability to accept SAPI plates one size larger than the vest size (back carrier only), an improved groin protector, and a new emergency release assembly system which, when activated, fully discharges the vest assembly.

What kind of body armor does IOTV use?

This vest has seen several revisions over the years based on real-world combat feedback. It is compatible with the ESAPI (Enhanced Small Arms Protective Insert) and ESBI Side-SAPI plates, as well as the Interceptor body armor’s groin protector.

How much does a full size IOTV weigh?

However, a fully equipped IOTV, complete with all its components (soft armor panel inserts, four ballistic plate inserts (front and back plates and two side plates), collar, and groin protectors) still weighs 30 pounds (13.6 kg), with a Large IOTV weighing about 35 pounds (15.9 kg).