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MIL-DTL-46100 High Hardness Armor Plate – Certified Ballistic Steel for Advanced Threat Protection

MIL-DTL-46100 is the U.S. military standard for ultra-high-hardness steel used in protection against armor-piercing rounds, high-velocity projectiles, and battlefield-grade kinetic impacts.
If you’re seeking steel that’s battle-tested, blast-proven, and reliably certified, this is your material.

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What is MIL-DTL-46100 Armor Plate?

MIL-DTL-46100 is a specification issued by the U.S. Department of Defense for high-hardness armor steel plates. It outlines mechanical, ballistic, and testing requirements for use in defense vehicles, bunkers, and combat equipment that demand superior hardness (477–534 BHN) without brittleness.

This grade offers exceptional penetration resistance, spall control, and weldability for Class 1 requirements.

Primary Applications of MIL-DTL-46100 Plates

These plates are extensively used in:

  1. Combat Vehicles – MRAP, Humvees, tactical transport armor
  2. Anti-Riot & Police Vehicles – Rapid-response armored units
  3. Bulletproof Doors & Vaults – Defense HQs, cash vans, prison trucks
  4. Security Barricades – Government buildings, embassies, and research labs
  5. Helipads & Flight Decks – Impact and heat-resistant ballistic barrier
  6. OEM Defense Projects – Licensed supplier assemblies or cut-to-size modules

Available Grades & Thickness Range

  • Hardness: 477–534 BHN (per MIL-DTL-46100 requirements)
  • Plate Thickness: 6.5 mm to 50 mm available ex-stock
  • Finish: Quenched and tempered; hot rolled
  • Form: Flat, pre-cut shapes, or CNC profiled armor parts
  • Classes: Class 1 (weldable), Class 2 (non-weldable, higher hardness)

Specification & Test Certification

All our armor plates meet:

  • MIL-DTL-46100E / 46100F ballistic standards
  • MIL-STD-662 / NIJ Level IV equivalent testing (on request)
  • MTC + Ballistic Impact Certification from approved labs
  • Full heat & batch traceability
  • Export-compliant documentation (U.S. or third-country)

Export & Global Defense Supply Chain

We supply MIL-DTL-46100 plates globally, including:

  • USA, Mexico, Canada – Subcontracted defense OEMs
  • Qatar, UAE, Saudi Arabia – Armored vehicle, riot control, and facility armor
  • South Africa, Nigeria – Tactical riot vehicles and high-risk facilities
  • Vietnam, Indonesia, Philippines – Government-secured armored fabricators

Supplying Indian Defense & Security Fabricators

We support:

  • DRDO-linked subcontractors
  • Private defense vehicle OEMs
  • Security van & ballistic door manufacturers
  • State police & paramilitary procurement agencies
  • Bunkers, embassies, and high-risk civil infrastructure armorization

Why Source MIL-DTL-46100 from Us?

  • Direct stock of U.S. mil-spec armor grades
  • Class 1 high-hardness steel – OEM tested
  • Cut-to-size ballistic part fabrication
  • Mill TC + Ballistic Certification Included
  • Fast delivery for urgent defense procurement
  • Alternatives: HIND ARMOR 500 / HSC 500T

Common Supply Formats

Format Description
Flat Plate Raw sheets or flame-cut blanks
CNC Cut Parts Ready-to-assemble shapes
Chamfered Edges For assembly fit
Drilled/Weldable If Class 1 plate required
Ballistic Pack Bundled plate sets for armored kits

Buyer Tips: Things to Check Before Ordering

  • Always confirm ballistic certification availability
  • Ask for Class 1 or 2 depending on your welding needs
  • Clarify cutting tolerance and part finish
  • Ensure you get heat number traceability
  • Check if your application needs NIJ Level IV equivalency

Top 5 FAQs – MIL-DTL-46100 Plate

Yes. It is one of the most preferred grades for maximum threat scenarios involving 7.62x51mm, 5.56 NATO, or .50 cal rounds.

If you require weldability, specify Class 1 (which is tested for welding compatibility). Class 2 is ultra-hard but less weld-friendly.

Yes. Plates can be supplied with full ballistic impact test certificates from approved defense labs.

Our HIND ARMOR 500 / HSC 500T range provides equivalent hardness and performance for Indian OEMs and defense contractors.

Brand Note – HIND ARMOR Series

We manufacture ballistic-grade steel solutions under our HIND ARMOR brand that match or outperform many imported standards — optimized for OEM use in India and abroad.

Final Call-To-Action

Looking for a reliable supplier of MIL-DTL-46100 armor steel for your next defense or tactical project?

Let us help you with specs, samples, or ballistic kits.


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