{"product_id":"vulcan-lower-abdomen-armor-carrier","title":"Vulcan Lower Abdomen Armor Carrier","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModular lower-abdomen armor carrier for the Zentauron Vulcan and compatible plate carriers, designed to accept appropriate ballistic or fragmentation-protection inserts while retaining front MOLLE attachment space.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Zentauron Vulcan Lower Abdomen Armor Carrier extends a compatible plate carrier below the primary front armor area and provides a dedicated sleeve for suitable ballistic inserts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe carrier attaches beneath the front plate bag through a large double-sided hook-and-loop interface and can be removed when additional coverage is not required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo rows of MOLLE\/PALS on the exterior allow compact equipment to remain mounted directly to the armor carrier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade in Germany.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAdditional Lower-Abdomen Coverage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe carrier is designed to extend the protective system into the lower abdominal and groin-area region beneath the primary torso armor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen fitted with an appropriate certified insert, it can provide additional coverage in an area normally left exposed below the front plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePotential configurations include compatible:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoft ballistic inserts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFragmentation-protection inserts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGerman SK-classified ballistic inserts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVPAM-oriented soft armor configurations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe actual protection level is determined entirely by the installed 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armor configurations where the priority is not only direct ballistic threats but also additional lower-front coverage against fragmentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAgain, the textile carrier itself provides no protective rating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLarge Hook-and-Loop Mounting Interface\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe carrier attaches using a large double-sided hook-and-loop section measuring approximately:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e10.2 × 3.9 in \/ 26 × 10 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mounting panel uses:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoop surface on one side\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHook surface on the opposite side\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is positioned between the corresponding hook-and-loop surfaces of the carrier's front plate bag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis creates a secure connection while allowing the lower-abdomen carrier to remain 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