Body armor OTAMAN GEN4 V1, Class 6, with an enlarged protection area, Color Multicam
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The OTAMAN Gen4 V1 body armor is a vest with an increased full-body protection area. The vest weighs 6.9 kg. The relatively high weight is due to the expanded area of ballistic protection of Class 1 according to DSTU standards.
The protection class of the vest in the basic V1 configuration is Class 6 according to DSTU. This level of protection will shield you from shrapnel, ricochets, and automatic rifle fire. The configuration includes an enlarged plate carrier, front, back, and side protection, as well as 4 rigid magazine pouches and ceramic Class 6 armor plates.
The vest can also be upgraded with Class 6 plates sized 27×35 cm (XL) since the base configuration comes with 25×30 cm plates.
This vest is suitable for both large men and slimmer users.
How to choose the right vest size:
Size S/M — suitable for people up to 175 cm tall, with a chest circumference of 50–170 cm.
Size L/XL — suitable for people over 175 cm tall, with a chest circumference of 60–180 cm.
Don’t worry — the vest can be easily adjusted to fit any size.
Key Advantages of the Vest:
1. Durability:
The plate carrier is made of CORDURA 1000, a flame-resistant and ultra-durable fabric resistant to abrasion (over 50,000 cycles).
It is non-flammable, invisible to night vision devices, and moisture-resistant.
The quick-release system is located on the sides and shoulders, allowing you to quickly remove the armor in emergencies and providing medical personnel access to the body in seconds.
2. Protection:
The increased protection area fully covers the front, sides, and back of the body — unlike most other vest models.
3. Comfort:
The vest is designed to transfer the weight from the shoulders to the back and abdominal muscles, unlike most other vests.
This allows you to wear it longer and more comfortably without excessive strain.
The OTAMAN (Improved Ballistic Vest Class 1) was developed based on the legendary U.S. Army combat vest – IOTV. This model was specifically designed for military operations in Afghanistan and was later used in Syria, Iraq, and by contractors worldwide. It gained particular popularity due to its world-leading protection coverage area, which became critically important with the rise of modern artillery weaponry.
Interestingly, the IOTV (Improved Outer Tactical Vest) was designed with combat experience in mind, where high mobility and maximum protection were key requirements. For example, the IOTV features a quick-release system that allows soldiers to instantly free themselves from the vest when necessary — a feature that can save lives during sudden attacks or when needing to quickly leave the battlefield. The OTAMAN vest inherited these advanced technologies, providing not only reliable protection but also high functionality for modern operators.
Ceramic Armor Plates:
Protection class: 6 (complies with NIJ IV 0101.06)
Plate material: Ceramic (aluminum oxide Al₂O₃) + UHMWPE (ultra-high-molecular-weight polyethylene)
Plate size: 30×25 cm
Thickness: 2.4 mm
Weight: 2.8 kg
Each plate includes an information label indicating the protection class and has passed laboratory testing. A certified copy with a wet stamp confirming the protection class is provided with every order.
Ballistic Protection:
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Material: Ultra-high-molecular-weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) and 8 mm damping layer to reduce impact energy
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Protection class: 1 according to DSTU 8782:2018
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Certification: Ballistic protection tested in laboratory conditions (a certified copy with a wet stamp confirming the protection level is provided with each order)
Choose the OTAMAN body armor — choose uncompromising protection and comfort for your needs!
