The ballistic panels FI/LA of Pangolin have been developed to provide comprehensive protection against ballistic threats, knives, and spikes, while maintaining an optimal balance between lightness, flexibility, and durability. Fully manufactured in France, they are designed for intensive professional use in both uniformed service and plainclothes operations.

Thanks to their advanced multilayer construction and the inclusion of an integrated full-surface anti-trauma layer, these panels deliver excellent impact absorption with a slim, comfortable profile, ideal for extended wear and demanding operational scenarios. (Includes front and back panel)

The FI/LA NIJ IIIA panels are available for pre-order, with an estimated delivery time of approximately 2 weeks. It is compatible with the Sentinel and Aegis vest carrier from Pondetac Hispania.

The PROFLEX™ model offers an optimized solution for users exposed to hybrid threats, combining:

• Flexibility and knife protection from the FLEX™ range
• Optimized cost inspired by the X-PRO™
• Reduced thickness for comfortable, discreet wear
• Recommended for plainclothes service, private security, and close protection

Comparison between the FI/LA models (size M)

• FLEX™: 1,79 kg · 4,8 mm · 5,5 kg/m² · NIJ IIIA · Knife protection NIJ 0115 – 36 J
• LIGHT™: 1,32 kg · 4,5 mm · 4,0 kg/m² · NIJ IIIA · Knife protection NIJ 0115 – 15 J
• X-PRO™: 2,10 kg · 8,0 mm · 6,4 kg/m² · NIJ IIIA · Knife protection NIJ 0115 – 36 J
• PROFLEX™: 1,85 kg · 6,5 mm · 6,2 kg/m² · NIJ IIIA · Knife protection NIJ 0115 – 24 J

LIGHT for maximum comfort, FLEX for versatility, X-PRO for maximum robustness, and PROFLEX for the best balance between protection and mobility.

Weights by size (front + back)

• XS: FLEX 1,38 kg · LIGHT 1,02 kg · X-PRO 1,62 kg · PROFLEX 1,43 kg
• S: FLEX 1,58 kg · LIGHT 1,16 kg · X-PRO 1,85 kg · PROFLEX 1,63 kg
• M: FLEX 1.79 kg · LIGHT 1.32 kg · X-PRO 2.10 kg · PROFLEX 1.85 kg
• L: FLEX 1,92 kg · LIGHT 1,42 kg · X-PRO 2,26 kg · PROFLEX 1,99 kg
• XL: FLEX 2,21 kg · LIGHT 1,63 kg · X-PRO 2,59 kg · PROFLEX 2,28 kg
• XXL: FLEX 2,39 kg · LIGHT 1,76 kg · X-PRO 2,81 kg · PROFLEX 2,47 kg

Technical specifications

• Supplied as a pair: front + back panel
• Ballistic protection level: NIJ IIIA (III A+)
• Protection against handguns: 9×19 mm FMJ and .44 MAGNUM SJHP
• Standards: NIJ 0101.04 / NIJ 0101.06. Tested in NTS laboratories in the United States, you can view the test report here: here or here.
• Knife and spike protection according to NIJ 0115 (depending on model), you can view the test report here (24J) and here (36J).
• Waterproof sealed cover with standard marking, size, serial number, and date of manufacture
• Integrated full-surface anti-trauma layer
• Tested according to STANAG 2920, with a V50 value ≈ 575 m/s, certifying high protection against fragments (FSP) in soft armor. View the test report here.
• Manufacturer warranty: 10 years, you can view the documentation here.
• Manufactured in France (Haute-Marne) and tested in NTS laboratories in the United States.