Pangolin flexible ballistic inserts NIJ IIIA – FI/LAdesigned to provide lightweight, comfortable, and effective protection both as standalone items and ICW (In Conjunction With). Made in France by Pangolin, these ballistic packs combine flexibility, low weight, and excellent backface performance, making them a benchmark solution for military, police, and security forces.

Available in SAPI format size M measuring 25x30cm (front + rear pair), the most common in plate carriers, or as side plates (pair), they include a sealed cover with regulatory marking and an anti-trauma layer integrated across the entire surface. The estimated delivery time is 2 weeks.

These inserts are especially suitable for use ICW under hard plates, providing additional ballistic protection and improved comfort.

Format options (select when purchasing)

• SAPI pair: insert front + back.
• Pair of side plates: side inserts.

It is essential to select the desired format before adding the product to the cart.

Main features

• Certified ballistic protection NIJ IIIA (tests NIJ 0101.04 / 0101.06).
• Threat stop: 9×19 mm FMJ and .44 MAGNUM SJHP.
• Integrated anti-trauma across the entire surface to reduce blunt impact.
• Sealed cover with marking: standard, size, serial number and manufacturing date.
• 10-year warranty.
• Made in France.

FI/LA ranges – Technical comparison

• LIGHT™: the lightest, thinnest option. Ideal for ICW configurations where volume must be minimal.
• FLEX™: excellent balance of flexibility, comfort and anti-stab protection (36 J).
• X-PRO™: robust and affordable solution, thicker and very suitable as a ballistic base under a hard plate.
• PROFLEX™: optimized compromise between FLEX and X-PRO, better anti-knife protection than LIGHT, controlled weight and optimized cost.

Recommended use by profile

Military – ICW configuration under a hard plate
The X-PRO and LIGHT ranges stand out for ICW use. X-PRO offers a robust ballistic base with an excellent cost/effectiveness ratio, while LIGHT prioritizes lightness and minimal thickness for very tight integrations.

Police – standalone carry (SAPI insert)
All ranges are suitable, but FLEX and PROFLEX excel for comfort, ergonomics and impact distribution, being especially appropriate for prolonged wear, 360° protection and daily missions.

Maintenance

• Clean with a damp sponge or soft cloth on the cover.
• Do not use detergents or chemical products (risk of degradation).
• Air dry, away from heat sources.

Why choose Pangolin NIJ IIIA inserts
Developed and manufactured in France, Pangolin inserts are used by numerous military units and security forces in France and internationally. Their combination of lightness, flexibility and high ballistic performance places them among the market references. All test results are provided with full transparency.

Technical specifications

• Supplied in pairs: 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 at NTS laboratories in the United States, you can consult the test report here: here.
• Knife and puncture protection according to NIJ 0115 (depending on model), you can consult the test report here (24J) and here (36J).
• Waterproof sealed cover with marking of standard, size, serial number and manufacturing date
• Anti-trauma layer integrated across the entire surface
• Tested to STANAG 2920, with a V50 value ≈ 575 m/s, certifying high protection against fragments (FSP) in soft armor. Check the test report here.
• Manufacturer warranty: 10 years, you can consult the documentation here.
• Made in France (Haute-Marne) and tested at NTS laboratories in the United States.