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Ballistic Resistant Protective Materials - NIJ Standard 0108.01

NCJ Number
99859
Date Published
September 1985
Length
13 pages
Annotation
Establishes minimum performance requirements and test methods for ballistic resistant protective materials (armor) intended to provide protection against gunfire.
Abstract
This NIJ Standard-0108.01 supersedes NIJ Standard-0108.00, dated December 1981. It adds a new threat level (III-A, 44 Magnum and Submachine Gun 9 mm) and establishes threat level classifications that are consistent with other NIJ standards for ballistic protection. Requirements include workmanship, labeling, and ballistic resistance. Table.

Date Published: September 1, 1985