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What armor level do I need?

  • Writer: Ballistic Technology
    Ballistic Technology
  • Mar 13
  • 1 min read

Choosing the right armor level is not merely an aesthetic or budget-driven decision. It is a strategic choice based on risk analysis, threat types, operational exposure, and user profile.



At Ballistic Technology—with over 33 years of experience in automotive armoring and more than 6,000 units intervened—our technical recommendation always stems from a clear premise:



You don’t choose the highest armor level. You choose the right armor level.


What does “armor level” mean?

The armor level determines the vehicle's capacity to resist impacts from different firearm calibers, in compliance with international standards such as:


  • NIJ 0108.01

  • EN 1063

  • NTC 5501


In automotive armored glass, the most commonly used CEN levels are:


Level

Thickness (Approx.)

CEN BR2

15mm

CEN BR3

18mm

CEN BR4

21mm

CEN BR5

35mm

CEN BR6

45mm


 
 
 

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