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Protection Systems

Ultra-Lightweight
Ballistic Protection
Systems

Vehicle-specific protection systems engineered for discreet integration, reduced weight impact, and real-world threat coverage.

Complete Coverage

Complete Vehicle Coverage

KarMichael Tactical systems use vehicle-specific opaque and transparent ballistic materials designed to protect critical passenger areas while preserving factory appearance, serviceability, and performance.

Opaque Ballistic Material

Solid vehicle areas where discreet protection is required

Coverage Areas:

  • Doors
  • Roof
  • Hood / Motor Area
  • Cargo Area
  • Structural Protection Zones
  • Pillar Areas where applicable

Key Points:

  • Proprietary ultra-lightweight ballistic material
  • Vehicle-specific pre-cut kit design
  • Installed behind factory panels where applicable
  • No cutting or permanent structural modification
  • OBL laboratory tested material where applicable
  • Certified to 6 impacts per panel where applicable

Transparent Ballistic Material

Glass protection while maintaining visibility and usability

Coverage Areas:

  • Windshield
  • Front Door Glass
  • Rear Door Glass
  • Rear Glass
  • Cargo Glass where applicable

Key Points:

  • 100% transparent with zero optical distortion
  • Proprietary transparent ballistic material
  • Replaceable glass system
  • Designed for optical clarity
  • Anti-spall protection
  • DOT-approved transparent material
  • Warranty: 3 years, expandable to 5 years where applicable

Final opaque and transparent material coverage varies by vehicle model, body style, and selected protection level.

Protection Standards

Protection Level Reference

Protection levels vary by material type, vehicle platform, and requested threat coverage.
​ Final configuration is selected during consultation.

Rating Reference
Typical Threat Category
Common Ammunition Reference
Use Case
BR4 Handgun Protection
Handgun threats
9mm Luger, .357 Mag, .44 Mag
Discreet passenger protection
BR6 Rifle Protection
Rifle threats
5.56 NATO, 7.62 NATO, .308 Remington
Enhanced vehicle protection

Ratings shown are for general reference only. Final protection level depends on vehicle platform, selected materials, and confirmed supplier specifications.

Materials are tested through recognized ballistic testing standards, including OBL laboratory testing where applicable.

Technology

Advanced Ballistic Material Technology

Our systems use proprietary ultra-lightweight ballistic materials engineered for discreet vehicle integration, reduced weight impact, and real-world threat protection.

Ultra Lightweight Construction

Minimal Weight Impact

Proprietary ballistic materials provide maximum protection with minimal added weight.

Discreet Integration

Seamless Fit

Vehicle-specific kits integrate with factory interiors and exteriors.

Ballistic Testing

Recognized Standards

Materials tested through recognized ballistic testing standards including laboratory testing where applicable.

Material composition, protection level, warranty, and final configuration are confirmed during consultation based on vehicle model and selected system.

12+

Hour Installation

0

Vehicle Modification

~90 kg

Starting From

OBL

Tested

DOT

Approved Glass

CEN 1063

Compliant

USA

Made in USA

Final specifications vary by vehicle platform and selected protection level. System weight starts from approximately 90 kg depending on configuration.

Traditional Armoring vs KarMichael Systems

A clear difference in approach and outcome

Traditional Steel / Kevlar Armor

× Heavy steel armoring with significant added weight
× Requires invasive cutting and structural modification
× Can affect factory brakes, suspension, and handling
× Kevlar-based systems often limited to 3–5 year service life
× Longer installation and extended vehicle downtime

KarMichael Tactical Systems

Proprietary ultra-lightweight ballistic materials — up to 70% lighter than steel, up to 30% lighter than Kevlar
Non-invasive installation — no cutting or structural modification
Zero compromise on safety while reducing unnecessary weight
10-year warranty against manufacturing defects and delamination
Preserves factory appearance, handling, and comfort
Starting from approximately 90 kg depending on vehicle and protection level

All Karmichael advantages depend on vehicle platform and selected protection level where applicable.

What's Included in the Protection System

Opaque Protection Kit

  • Door protection
  • Roof protection
  • Hood / motor-area protection
  • Cargo-area protection
  • Structural protection zones
  • Vehicle-specific installation components

Transparent Protection Kit

  • Windshield
  • Front door glass
  • Rear door glass
  • Rear glass
  • Cargo glass where applicable

Additional Components

  • Model-specific hardware
  • Installation support materials
  • Vehicle-specific documentation
  • Serialized components where applicable

Installation

Non-Invasive Installation

The system is designed to integrate without cutting or permanent structural modification to the factory vehicle. The goal is to preserve appearance, usability, and serviceability while adding ballistic protection.

  • No cutting or structural modification to vehicle
  • Vehicle-specific protection layout
  • Preserves factory appearance, handling, comfort, and serviceability
  • Starting from approximately 90 kg added weight depending on platform and package
  • Installation can be completed in as little as 12 hours depending on configuration
  • Factory serviceability maintained where applicable
  • Replacement panels and glass available by configuration

Before

Standard factory vehicle

After

Protected without modification

0

Vehicle Modifications

12+

Hour Installation Target

~90 kg

Average Added Weight

Certifications & Standards

Systems are built around recognized ballistic and vehicle safety standards, with material testing and documentation reviewed during consultation.

Oregon Ballistic Laboratories ballistic resistance testing logo

OBL Laboratory

Tested Materials

Department of Transportation approved material logo

DOT-Approved

Transparent Material

BR

CEN / BR Rating

Reference Standard

Made in USA manufacturing logo

Made in USA

Manufacturing

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