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Level III Ballistic Shields: What Stops Rifle Fire

POSTED BY Bulletproof Zone Editorial Team · January 23, 2025 · 7 min read

Best-In-Class Level III Ballistic Shields For Superior Safety - Bulletproof Zone

Level III ballistic shields defeat 7.62x51 NATO at 2,780 fps. Compare UHMWPE, ceramic, and steel builds, plus what to verify before any purchase. 2026 buyer guide.

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Are Ballistic Shields Bulletproof? NIJ Ratings Explained

POSTED BY Bulletproof Zone Editorial Team · January 22, 2025 · 9 min read

Are Ballistic Shields Truly Bulletproof? - Bulletproof Zone

No ballistic shield is bulletproof. NIJ 0108.01 rates shields by threat level — IIIA stops handguns, III stops rifles. Learn the 4 failure conditions before you buy.

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Bulletproof Shield Guide: 9 Things to Know (2026)

POSTED BY Bulletproof Zone Editorial Team · February 19, 2023 · 11 min read

The 9 Things You Should Know Before Buying a Ballistic Shield - Bulletproof Zone

Ballistic shields rated NIJ 0108.01 weigh 8–30 lb and cost $500–$4,000. This 2026 guide covers protection levels, materials, weight, features, and legality.

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