Paraclete Vanguard Level III Rifle Shield

The Paraclete Vanguard is one of the lightest NIJ Level III rifle-rated ballistic shields available — engineered to give SWAT, tactical teams, and patrol officers rifle-threat protection without the bulk and weight of traditional Level III shields. Available in multiple shapes and sizes from the 20”x30” VS (14.8 lbs) to the extended 20”x48” XL, the Vanguard combines a reinforced ballistic viewport, dual weapon index platforms, and advanced composite construction to defeat 7.62 NATO, 7.62x39, and 5.56x45 rifle threats.

NIJ Level III rifle-rated — defeats 7.62x51 M80, 7.62x39 PS Ball, and 5.56x45 M193 threats
14.8 lbs at 20” x 30” (VS) — among the lightest Level III shields available
3” x 9” reinforced viewport with dual weapon index platforms for handgun or long-gun deployment

Specifications

Features

Reinforced ballistic viewport (3” x 9”) for situational awareness without compromising protection
Left and right weapon index platforms for handgun or long-gun deployment
Solid handle system with thick high-density foam pad
Hook-and-loop forearm strap attachment system
Reinforced ballistic bolt system for added protection
Available in multiple size configurations: VS (20” x 30”), VL (21” x 36”), VR rectangular, XL (20” x 48”)
Optional integrated tactical light for low-light operations
Advanced composite construction — lightest in class for rifle-rated protection

Performance

NIJ-STD-0108.01 Level III certified
Defeats 7.62mm x 51mm (M80), 7.62mm x 39mm PS Ball (MSC), and 5.56mm x 45mm (M193) rifle threats
14.8 lbs at 20” x 30” (VS) with viewport — one of the lightest rifle-resistant shields available
Thickness 0.4” for low-profile maneuverability
Engineered for active shooter response, tactical entry, and barricaded subject operations
Made in the USA