X-Threat Side Ballistic Inserts, XSBI

2023-03-29 admin Ballistic Protective, Post GWOT
(Description copied from official document AR/PD 10-03A) The X – Side Ballistic Insert (XSBI) worn by ground troops. When placed in the Outer Tactical Vest (OTV) (w/ add-on carriers) / Improved Outer Tactical Vest (OTV / IOTV) (as a component of the Interceptor Body Armor (IBA) system) the insert will provide ballistic protection from specific 5.56 mm and 7.62 mm rifle rounds.   Stock Number Reference:

X-Threat Side Ballistic Insert, XSBI

NSN: 8470-01-589-0176 Assign Date: 2010-10-14
US Army Soldier Protection System (SPS)
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