DRDO’s Defence Materials and Stores Research and Development Establishment (DMSRDE) in Kanpur has achieved a significant milestone by creating the lightest Bullet Proof Jacket in the nation, offering protection against 7.62 x 54 R API (Level 6 of BIS 17051) ammunition. Recently, this innovative jacket underwent successful testing at TBRL, Chandigarh, adhering to BIS 17051-2018 standards.
This achievement stems from a fresh design approach, incorporating novel materials and advanced processes. The front Hard Armour Panel (HAP) of the jacket demonstrates exceptional resilience, withstanding multiple hits (06 shots) of 7.62 x 54 R API (Sniper rounds) in both ICW (In-conjunction with) and Standalone configurations. Designed with user comfort in mind, the ergonomically crafted front HAP features a monolithic ceramic plate with polymer backing, enhancing wearability during operations.
Notably, the areal density of the ICW Hard Armour Panel (HAP) and standalone HAP is less than 40 kg/m2 and 43 kg/m2 respectively. Secretary Department of Defence R&D and Chairman DRDO have extended their congratulations to DMSRDE for this groundbreaking achievement in developing the lightest bulletproof jacket capable of safeguarding against the highest threat levels.
