Description
T3 Striker | HIGHCOM Guardian AR1000 Level III+ Body Armor Bundle | Promotion
T3 Striker | Quick Release Tactical Plate Carrier
The T3 “Striker” Tactical Plate Carrier – is a high-performance, versatile vest engineered for rapid deployment and superior protection. With its adjustable, quick-release design, elastic side harnesses for easy gear access, and durable 1000D Polyethylene construction, it offers double-layer protection for 10″x12″ ballistic plates and customizable front storage for magazine pouches. Designed to fit from Small to 3XL and weighing only 3.31 lbs, the T3 “Striker” ensures tactical efficiency and comfort in any mission environment.
- Armor Compatibility: Fits MEDIUM SAPI, ESAPI, Swimmer, 10″x12″ to 10”x12.25“x1” plates
- Material: 1000D Polyethylene with laser-cut MOLLE
- Construction: Double-stitched ripstop for durability
- Quick-Release System: Quad Tube system for rapid don/doff
- Storage: Removable triple mag pouches (5.56, 7.62)
- Size Range: Fully adjustable cummerbund and shoulder straps; fits S-3XL
- Weight: 3.3 lbs.
HIGHCOM Guardian AR1000™ | Level III+ Steel Armor Plate – Rhino Extreme Coated
The HIGHCOM AR1000™ is a lightweight, stand-alone steel armor plate engineered to provide superior Level III+ rifle protection. Constructed from Ultra High Hardness (UHH) Armor Steel, this plate is NIJ 0101.06 compliant and listed on the NIJ Compliant Product List (CPL), ensuring verified ballistic performance and trusted reliability.
Unlike conventional AR500 plates, the AR1000 sets itself apart as one of the first steel armor plates to meet NIJ 0101.06 standards and also holds DEA compliance—giving law enforcement, security professionals, and military personnel the confidence they need in high-threat environments.
Each plate is finished with Rhino Extreme™ 11-50—a military-grade polyurea anti-spall coating—to significantly reduce dangerous fragmentation upon ballistic impact. For even greater protection, it can be paired with an optional Rifle Insert Spall Sleeve to further mitigate spall and frag risks.
- NIJ 0101.06 Certified
- DEA: Hard Armor Protocol Compliant
- RST: Rifle Special Threats Validated
- Stand-Alone Level III+ Rifle Protection
- Constructed from UHH Steel
- Coated with Rhino Extreme™ 11-50 for spall mitigation
- Thin, low-profile, and economical
- Plates sold individually
Built for durability and performance, the Highcom AR1000 is an ideal solution for those seeking proven rifle-rated armor that doesn’t compromise on quality or affordability.
# T3 Striker Highcom Guardian AR1000 Level III+ Body Armor Package




















Adam Windhorst (verified owner) –
Pleasantly surprised with the quality it is well worth it!!! 💪🇺🇸
Scott Bash (verified owner) –
Awesome company, great products
Hunter Roberts (verified owner) –
Awesome quality armor bundle. I was a bit hesitant at first, the price seemed too good to be true, but after looking into Highcom and their reputation as well as “mixed” reviews of TE&A (per Google Gemini) I decided to wing it, as it wasn’t downright negative.
I’m very pleasantly surprised. I ordered the T3 Striker and I have to say the carrier is superior to the department-issued steel carrier I’m used to. The quick-detach buckles at the shoulders and waist are phenomenal for donning/doffing the vest. I do have some concern about them being ripped off in an active situation or aggressive training, but so far I’ve had no issues during live fire drills. Granted, I haven’t had to grapple with anybody at the range yet, so I can’t be certain. However, the QOL that the feature brings is simply incredible.
The plates themselves are authentic Highcom plates as far as I can tell. While heavy (they’re steel), they’re still much lighter than what older millennials or lower-budget LE departments may be familiar with (I’m talking to you, National Guard donated armor).
I haven’t yet been willing to waste the money to actually test the armor to make sure it holds up to NJI standards, but Highcom is a trustworthy company and I’ll take their word for it.
The T3 Striker carrier is also perfect for a low-maintenance, simple rig. It has the capacity to carry most of what you need, and nothing you don’t. No, I will not be using the included Velcro pistol holder. But you can utilize that real estate for a phone case or whatever else you may have in mind. I don’t realize when purchasing, but you can even cram AR pattern (or similar) mags into the pouches along the waist. This sucker can haul 9 AR mags if you so choose.
All in all, I’m INCREDIBLY satisfied with my purchase thus far, and will 100% be purchasing from TE&A again in the future, for some Lv IV gear.