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Questions & Answers
I'm not seeing a chart to determine correct size I am 6 foot ant weigh 215 lb what size do you recommend? Expert Answer

The Shellback Tactical SF Plate Carrier is sized to fit military issued SAPI plates. The below chart refers to carrier size and the plates that fit each size.

Small - 8.75" Wide x 11.75" Tall
Medium - 9.5" Wide x 12.5" Tall
Large - 10.25" Wide x 13.25" Tall
XLarge - 11" Wide x 14" Tall

by Tom B, Gear Expert, September 16, 2021
Does it come with a magazine holder on the front? Manufacturer Answer

Yes - the plate carrier includes a removable triple magazine insert that hold M4 Pmags.

by Shellback Tactical LLC, Manufacturer, June 3, 2025
Customer Reviews
Helpful Positive Review good quality with one flaw by max, Verified Owner, March 28, 2022
This is my first on-concealable carrier - so take my review with grain of salt. The quality of this carrier is outstanding. Materials, stitching, velcro, buckles all look solid and heavy duty. I think it will last even in a real time combat situation...
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Helpful Positive Review Shellback Tactical SF plate carrier by Wallace, Verified Owner, November 11, 2023
I’ve tried several plate carriers and this is the only that I have zero complaints about. Highly recommend.
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Most Recent Reviews comfortability by braveheart, Verified Owner, May 10, 2025
With other plate carriers even military approved plate carriers you will not find one better than this becausecon almost all plate carriers they have molle pouches on the inside on the sides well like it says in the description theses ones are built ...
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Most Recent Reviews Shellback carrier by HaroldLily, Verified Owner, January 8, 2025
I bought it and got the wrong size or so I thought. It ended up fitting great and is very adjustable and comfortable. Definitely buying more products from here. Great quality so far.
Most Recent Reviews shellback plate carrier by Jake, Verified Owner, September 14, 2024
Its made very well and isn't too hard to adjust. I wish it came with plates but that is ok.
Most Recent Reviews Awesome vest! by Scott, Verified Owner, May 7, 2024
Very well put together vest that fits great. I bought a Large and I am 5’8”, 220 pounds. Fits great
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Product Info for Shellback Tactical SF Plate Carrier

TheShellback Tactical SF Plate Carrieris a combat ready plate carrier designed for the best outcome in the worst situations. Whether your Overseas, Domestic, downrange or on the range you can count on the SF Plate Carrier. Modular, Low Profile and feature packed. The SF Plate Carrier is sized by SAPI plate size to fulfill your unit needs. The most common size will be the Medium size which fits Medium SAPI size plates and 10x12 plates. Integrated padded 3D mesh shoulder pads provide comfort for load carriage. The interior body side is also lined with 3D mesh padding. The front Kangaroo pouch has an insert to accommodate 3 .223/5.56 magazines. The cummerbund also accepts soft armor inserts and has integrated pockets to accept 6x6 or 6x8 side plates as well. Integrated radio pouch will accommodate common LE radios and MBITR or can be used to add additional magazines on each side. Unique to the SF plate carrier cummerbund is our addition of 3D padded spacer mesh comfort flaps that pad your rib cage area for comfort while wearing side plates or without. The carrier is also highly adjustable on the shoulders and cummerbund for that perfect fit.image

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Specifications for Shellback Tactical SF Plate Carrier:

Manufacturer: Shellback Tactical
Padding: 3D Mesh
Adjustability: Shoulders
Accessory Attachment System: PALS
Condition: New
Fabric/Material: 500 Denier Nylon
Application: Tactical
Country of Origin: USA

Features of Shellback Tactical SF Plate Carrier

  • Cummerbund Integrated pocket for 6x6 or 6x8 Plates
  • Cummerbund has integrated radio pouch for Police or MBITR radios with secure snap
  • Cummerbund integrated padded comfort flap
  • Extreme versatility with several PALS web attachment points covering the front, back and shoulders of the vest
  • Fully adjustable and padded front and back shoulder areas. Padded with 3D mesh
  • Shoulder pads come standard/included
  • Front and Back areas of loop for placard identifiers
  • Integrated kangaroo pouch accepts three .223/5.56 magazines
  • Drag handle lays flat- secures with hook and loop
  • The Shellback Tactical SF Plate Carrier is sized to fit military issued SAPI plates.
  • The below chart refers carrier size and the plates that fit each size.
  • Small - 8.75in Wide x 11.75in Tall
  • Medium - 9.5in Wide x 12.5in Tall
  • Large - 10.25in Wide x 13.25in Tall
  • XLarge - 11in Wide x 14in Tall

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  • Shellback Tactical SF Plate Carrier

Shellback Tactical SF Plate Carrier Orderable Models

List of Orderable Models

Shellback Tactical SF Plate Carrier, Coyote, Extra Large, GSA-SF-CT-XL , MPN: GSA-SF-CT-XL , UPC: 819607027217 , Code: 0W-APC-SF21PC-GSA-SF-CT-XL
Shellback Tactical SF Plate Carrier, Ranger Green, Medium, GSA-SF-RG-MD , MPN: GSA-SF-RG-MD , UPC: 810030241294 , Code: 0W-APC-SF21PC-GSA-SF-RG-MD
Shellback Tactical SF Plate Carrier, Ranger Green, Extra Large, GSA-SF-RG-XL , MPN: GSA-SF-RG-XL , UPC: 810030241317 , Code: 0W-APC-SF21PC-GSA-SF-RG-XL
Shellback Tactical SF Plate Carrier, Black, Extra Large, GSA-SF-BK-XL , MPN: GSA-SF-BK-XL , UPC: 819607027170 , Code: 0W-APC-SF21PC-GSA-SF-BK-XL
Shellback Tactical SF Plate Carrier, Coyote, Medium, GSA-SF-CT-MD , MPN: GSA-SF-CT-MD , UPC: 819607027194 , Code: 0W-APC-SF21PC-GSA-SF-CT-MD
Shellback Tactical SF Plate Carrier, Black, Large, GSA-SF-BK-LG , MPN: GSA-SF-BK-LG , UPC: 819607027156 , Code: 0W-APC-SF21PC-GSA-SF-BK-LG
Shellback Tactical SF Plate Carrier, Ranger Green, Small, GSA-SF-RG-SM , MPN: GSA-SF-RG-SM , UPC: 810030241324 , Code: 0W-APC-SF21PC-GSA-SF-RG-SM
Shellback Tactical SF Plate Carrier, Coyote, Small, GSA-SF-CT-SM , MPN: GSA-SF-CT-SM , UPC: 819607027200 , Code: 0W-APC-SF21PC-GSA-SF-CT-SM
Shellback Tactical SF Plate Carrier, Black, Medium, GSA-SF-BK-MD , MPN: GSA-SF-BK-MD , UPC: 819607027163 , Code: 0W-APC-SF21PC-GSA-SF-BK-MD
Shellback Tactical SF Plate Carrier, Coyote, Large, GSA-SF-CT-LG , MPN: GSA-SF-CT-LG , UPC: 819607027187 , Code: 0W-APC-SF21PC-GSA-SF-CT-LG
Shellback Tactical SF Plate Carrier, Ranger Green, Large, GSA-SF-RG-LG , MPN: GSA-SF-RG-LG , UPC: 810030241300 , Code: 0W-APC-SF21PC-GSA-SF-RG-LG
Shellback Tactical SF Plate Carrier, Multicam, Small, GSA-SF-MC-SM , MPN: GSA-SF-MC-SM , UPC: 819607027248 , Code: 0W-APC-SF21PC-GSA-SF-MC-SM
Shellback Tactical SF Plate Carrier, Multicam, Medium, GSA-SF-MC-MD , MPN: GSA-SF-MC-MD , UPC: 819607027231 , Code: 0W-APC-SF21PC-GSA-SF-MC-MD
Shellback Tactical SF Plate Carrier, Multicam, Large, GSA-SF-MC-LG , MPN: GSA-SF-MC-LG , UPC: 819607027224 , Code: 0W-APC-SF21PC-GSA-SF-MC-LG
Shellback Tactical SF Plate Carrier, Multicam, Extra Large, GSA-SF-MC-XL , MPN: GSA-SF-MC-XL , UPC: 819607027255 , Code: 0W-APC-SF21PC-GSA-SF-MC-XL

Shellback Tactical SF Plate Carrier Unavailable & Discontinued Models

List of Unorderable Models

Shellback Tactical SF Plate Carrier, Black, Small, GSA-SF-BK-SM , MPN: GSA-SF-BK-SM , UPC: 819607027149 , Code: 0W-APC-SF21PC-GSA-SF-BK-SM
DEMO, Shellback Tactical SF Plate Carrier, Black, Extra Large, GSA-SF-BK-XL , MPN: GSA-SF-BK-XL-DEMO , Code: 0W-APC-SF21PC-GSA-SF-BK-XL-DEMO
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