DRDO Develops India's Lightest Bulletproof Jacket

On 22nd April 2024, DRDO's DMSRDE unit achieved breakthrough with a lightweight bulletproof jacket capable of thwarting highest threat levels.

Key Points

Revolutionary Design Approach: DRDO's DMSRDE unit pioneers a novel design strategy utilizing innovative materials and processes for enhanced protection.
Protection Against High-Caliber Threats: The bulletproof jacket is designed to withstand 7.62 x 54 R API ammunition, meeting level 6 of BIS 17051 standards.
Successful Testing: Recent tests conducted at TBRL, Chandigarh confirm the jacket's effectiveness against sniper rounds, with the front hard armour panel (HAP) capable of withstanding multiple hits.
Enhanced Comfort and Wearability: Ergonomically designed front HAP features a monolithic ceramic plate with polymer backing, ensuring comfort and ease of movement during operations.
Lightweight Construction: The jacket boasts an impressively low areal density, with the ICW hard armour panel weighing less than 40 kg/m2 and standalone HAP weighing less than 43 kg/m2.
Advancing National Security: The successful development of the lightest bulletproof jacket strengthens India's defense capabilities, ensuring protection against evolving threats.