The level of armour that you need would depend on your threat level and the area in which you and/or the vehicle in question will be travelling through. The difference in the two levels available differs in terms of the protection it can provide and the attacks it can withstand. Additional elements and protection can also be fitted.
Factors to Consider when Choosing a Protection Level
Answering these questions will help you determine what type of vehicle you need and whether you need B4 or B6 armouring:
- Do you need a vehicle for yourself or for goods?
- Is the vehicle for daily use, special trips or tactical purposes?
- What vehicle size do you need?
- What vehicle type do you need?
- Will you be carrying passengers? If so, how many?
- Where will the vehicle be travelling to and from?
- Will the vehicle be taken off-road?
- How much are you willing to spend?
- What is your perceived threat level?
- Have you encountered attacks before?
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Protection Levels
There are different armouring standards set for civilian vehicles. The one most commonly used globally is Ballistic Ratings (BR). This is a European classification standard against which materials and vehicle constructions are measured and certified. Materials are scaled into different grades that range from a level B4 to a level B7, with B7 being the highest protection available. In South Africa, there are only two levels of protection offered consisting of the B4 and the B6.
B4 Protection
With a B4 armour, you will be protected from weapons like the .44 magnums, .357 magnums, and 9-millimetre handguns. This level of armour is sufficient to protect you from hijackings, a smash and grab attempt, as well as from brick/rock throwing.
B6 Protection
With a B6 armour, you will be protected from just about any weapon which includes the likes of AK47s, R1 assault rifles and sniper rifles. This level of armour will grant you the ultimate protection, even in hostile territories.
Click here to visit the Protection Levels page to learn more about B4 and B6.
