Duke Soft Ballistic Panel Level II – Square Cut
R1,780.00 – R2,530.00Price range: R1,780.00 through R2,530.00
The Duke Soft Ballistic Panel Level II – Square Cut is designed to deliver reliable ballistic protection while maintaining comfort, flexibility, and mobility for the wearer. Built using advanced lightweight ballistic materials, this panel provides dependable protection against common handgun threats without adding unnecessary weight to the vest. Its square cut design ensures effective coverage and compatibility with a wide range of ballistic carriers, making it an ideal solution for law enforcement, security personnel, and tactical operators who require dependable protection in everyday operations.
Specifications:
- Protection Level: NIJ 0101.06 Level II ballistic protection
- Panel Type: Soft ballistic insert
- Cut Style: Square cut for compatible plate carriers and vests
- Material: Advanced ballistic fibre composite (approximately 15× stronger than steel)
- Weight Advantage: Up to 40% lighter than traditional ballistic inserts
- Protection Coverage: Designed for front or back vest integration
- Impact Reduction: Engineered to help minimise blunt trauma from ballistic impacts
- Certification: Tested to SABS and NIJ ballistic standards
- Construction: Multi-layer ballistic material with protective liner
- Compatibility: Suitable for Duke ballistic carriers and compatible tactical vests
- Protection against 9mm (124gr.) and .357Mag (158gr)
- FMJ RN .357 Magnum 158gr. JSP
Sizing chart:
The vest sizing is designed to accommodate a range of body sizes for a more flexible fit: P1 fits Small to Large, P2 fits XL to 2XL, and P3 fits 3XL to 5XL.
- P1 = S – L
- P2 = XL – 2XL
- P3 = 3XL – 5XL
Conclusion:
The Panel offers an effective balance of protection, comfort, and mobility for professionals operating in high-risk environments. Its lightweight construction, advanced ballistic materials, and internationally recognised protection standards ensure dependable performance in the field. Designed for seamless integration into compatible carriers, it provides essential handgun-threat protection while allowing the wearer to maintain agility and all-day comfort.
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| Brand | Duke Defence |
|---|---|
| Colour | Blue |
| Size | (P1) S-L, (P2) XL-2XL, (P3) 3XL-5XL |
| Protection Level | NIJ 0101.06 Level II ballistic protection |
| Panel Type | Soft ballistic insert |
| Weight Advantage | Up to 40% lighter than traditional ballistic inserts |
| Protection Coverage | Designed for front or back vest integration |
| Impact Reduction | Engineered to help minimise blunt trauma from ballistic impacts |
| Certification | Tested to SABS and NIJ ballistic standards |
| Construction | Multi-layer ballistic material with protective liner |
| Protection against | 9mm (124gr.) and .357Mag (158gr) |
About Duke:
Duke Less Lethal South Africa develops innovative less-lethal defense solutions for personal protection, security professionals and law enforcement applications. Established in 2007, Duke focuses on creating products that provide alternatives for managing threatening or conflict situations where lethal force may not be appropriate.
Innovation remains central to the company's approach. Duke continually develops new products while improving existing equipment through research, engineering and product development.
The company's goal is straightforward: create dependable equipment that helps users respond effectively to challenging situations while prioritising the preservation of life.
Duke Less-Lethal Defense Solutions:
Duke specialises in equipment designed for the less-lethal market. Its products support different applications, from personal and home defense to professional security environments.
Less-lethal equipment provides users with additional options when responding to certain threats. Therefore, these products can form part of a broader personal or professional security strategy.
However, no defense product can guarantee a particular outcome. Users should understand their equipment, its limitations and the laws that apply to its possession and use.
Innovation and Product Development:
Research and development form an important part of Duke's philosophy. Rather than relying solely on established designs, the company continues to explore ways to improve effectiveness, reliability and product quality.
This approach allows Duke to respond to changing requirements within the security and less-lethal industries.
In addition, the company focuses on practical equipment that can serve both individual users and professional organisations.
Quality and consistency also remain important throughout product development. As a result, Duke aims to provide dependable solutions for customers who require equipment they can rely on.
What Is Less-Lethal Defense?:
Less-lethal defense refers to equipment designed to provide alternatives to lethal force in appropriate circumstances.
Security organisations and law enforcement agencies around the world use various forms of less-lethal technology. Depending on the application, these systems can provide additional options for managing confrontations and other security situations.
Less-lethal equipment may also appeal to individuals looking for personal or home defense alternatives. Nevertheless, responsible ownership remains essential.
Users should receive appropriate instruction and familiarise themselves with the operation of their equipment. Furthermore, all defense products should be stored securely and kept away from children and unauthorised users.
Duke and Premium Group:
Duke forms part of the wider Premium Group portfolio. Premium Group operates across several sectors and supports its consumer brands through shared warehousing, distribution and operational infrastructure.
The group places an emphasis on product quality, technology and reliable distribution. This infrastructure helps support the availability of Duke products within the South African market.
Duke Less Lethal South Africa at Dye-Hard Paintball:
Dye-Hard Paintball offers selected Duke less-lethal products for customers looking for personal, home and professional security equipment.
Available products and accessories may change as new stock arrives. Therefore, always check individual product pages for current specifications and availability.
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| Size | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Small | 85 - 92 |
| Medium | 92 - 99 |
| Large | 99 - 105 |
| XL | 105 - 115 |
| 2XL | 115 - 125 |
| 3XL | 125 - 134 |
| 4XL | 134 - 142 |
| 5XL | 142 - 150 |
| 6XL | 150 - 158 |
| 7XL | 158 - 166 |
| 8XL | 166 - 174 |
| 9XL | 174 - 182 |
| 10XL | 182 - 190 |


