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RAPID DEPLOYNENT SHIELD (RDS) – BALLISTIC SHIELD
United Shield International introduces
The United Shield International Rapid Deployment Shield (RDS) has been designed as a lightweight, highly maneuverable shield to support the needs of officers that require a shield that can easily be stowed in a vehicle for quick deployment. This shield incorporates the latest materials technology to provide market leading weights and a handle system that has been ergonomically developed over a number of years for increased comfort and flexibility. The LW RDS shield has been manufactured to provide a multi-hit capability.
RDS Shield comes standard with the international soft handle (Pictured Left), but also available with our ERT and horizontal handle
Spec Sheet:
LW IIIA – LW IIIA RDS
LW III+ –LW III+ RDS Shield
Like all of our Standard Shields, this shield is Special Threat Tested to the following threats;
LW IIIA
9mm +P+, 127 grain Supreme Expansion Technology (SXT) projectiles.
.357SIG 115 grain Jacketed Hollow Point (JHP) projectiles.
.357 SIG 125 grain Gold Dot Hollow Point (GDHP) projectiles.
.40 cal., 95 grain Agulia projectiles.
9mm Fiocchi, 115 grain FMJ projectiles.
5.7x28mm 40-grain Hornady V-Max (Blue Tip) projectiles.
5.7x28mm 27grain SS195 Lead free Hollow Point (LFHP) projectiles
7.62×25-mm, 95grain TOKAREV FMJ projectiles.
LW III+
7.62×51 Nato Ball (M80)
7.62×39 123gr MSC AK$&
5.56×45 55gr M193
5.56 x 45 62gr LE223T3 Federal Bonded
Product specifications
Features
- International Soft Handle, providing multiple ambidextrous handle options – ERT and Horizontal handles also available
- Forearm support straps at all hold positions
Lightweight , high performance/ ruggedized finishing - Multiple weapons or arm rest loop velour on rear of shield for velcro attachments
- LED lights are also available upon request
- Ballistic Performance
- The shield is available in NIJ Level IIIA, LW IIIA and LW III+
Dimensions and Weight
Size
Level IIIA RDS 15.75″ x 27.5″ TBD
LW Level IIIA RDS 15.75″ x 27.5″ – 4.8 lbs.
LW Level III+ RDS 15.75″ x 27.5″ – 11.45 lbs.
Color
The standard color is black painted finish, however other colors and finishes are available by special order
Options
Multiple LED Lighting systems are available, as well as all handle configurations. Various signs available (Police / Sheriff)