High-Quality Ballistic Armor Plate – AR400, AR500 & NM500 Manufacturer
Ballistic armor plate is a high-strength specialty steel processed through specialized heat treatment, featuringextremely high surface hardness Eexcellent impact resistance. Specifically engineered for ballistic protection and high-wear applications, AR (Abrasion Resistant) armor plates provide superior penetration resistance against bullets and explosive fragments.
Qida Metal is a professional supplier of the full range of ballistic armor plates and wear-resistant steels, coveringAR400, AR500, NM500 and other internationally recognized grades. Available in thicknesses from3mm to 16mm, widths500-2000mm, and lengths1000-6000mm. Our products are widely used in military protection, security vehicles, armored cash-in-transit vehicles, mining machinery, and construction equipment.




Key Features & Advantages
- Ultra-High Surface Hardness: AR400 delivers HB360-440, AR500 delivers HB470-530, and NM500 delivers HB470-530 – providing exceptional penetration and abrasion resistance.
- Superior Ballistic Impact Performance: Specifically engineered for ballistic applications, effectively resisting pistol and rifle bullets as well as explosive fragments, meeting international ballistic standards.
- Excellent Workability: Supports cutting, flessione, saldatura, and drilling. Laser cutting for thicknesses under 30mm; flame cutting (OXY) for thicknesses over 30mm. Custom fabrication available per customer CAD drawings.
- Multiple International Equivalents: Beyond AR400/AR500/NM500, we also supply JFE-EH360, JFE-EH400, JFE-EH500, Xar300, Xar400, Xar450, Xar500, Xar600, RAEX400, RAEX450, RAEX500, FORA400, FORA500, e altro ancora.
- Fully Customizable: Spessore 3mm-16mm to meet various protection level requirements.
Grade Equivalents & Cross-Reference


| Grado | Durezza (HB) | International Equivalent | Typical Application |
|---|---|---|---|
| AR400 | 360 – 440 | Hardox 400, JFE-EH400 | Medium protection requirements |
| AR500 | 470 – 530 | Hardox 500, JFE-EH500 | High-level protection requirements |
| NM500 | 470 – 530 | — | Extreme wear + protection scenarios |
| JFE-EH400 | 370 – 430 | AR400 | Vehicle armor |
| Xar500 | 450 – 530 | AR500 | Military protection |
Typical Applications
- Military & Security: Military vehicle armor, armored vehicles, APCs, cash-in-transit vehicles
- Construction Machinery: Excavator buckets, loader buckets, bulldozer blade plates, side cutter plates
- Mining Equipment: Crusher production lines, dump truck bodies, chute liners
- Metallurgical & Power: Iron ore sinter machine liners, coal mill liners, coal conveyors
- Environmental & Building Materials: Dust collector liners, concrete mixer liners
- Port Machinery: Sand buckets, blades, various port machinery wear parts
Available Specifications
Processing Capabilities
Qida Metal operates an advanced processing center equipped with cutting-edge machinery:
- Laser Cutting: For plates up to 30mm thickness – high precision, smooth edges
- Flame Cutting (OXY): For plates over 30mm thickness – up to 200mm capacity
- Milling & Rettifica: For bright, smooth surface finishing
- Drilling, Piegatura, Saldatura: Full custom fabrication per CAD drawings
Quality Assurance & Certifications
Qida Metal is afirst-tier agent for major Chinese steel mills including Laiwu Steel, Shandong Steel, Xingcheng Steel, Hunan Valin Steel, TISCO, and Nickel Steel. Each batch is supplied with:
- Mill Test Certificates (MTC) fully traceable to the original steel billet lot
- Third-party inspection available upon request (SGS, BV, eccetera.)
- Strict quality control ensuring no oil stains, scratches, or corrosion
- Free samples available for quality testing
Inventory & Delivery Advantages
- Abundant Stock: Over 5,000 tonnellate of regular sizes in daily inventory
- Fast Delivery: 3-5 giorni for standard products, 7-15 giorni for custom orders
- Competitive Pricing: Preferred pricing and priority shipping as a first-tier mill agent
- Flexible MOQ: Small trial orders and sample orders accepted
Confezione & Spedizione

Professional packaging to ensure product integrity during transit:
- Standard seaworthy packaging (wooden cases or custom packaging per requirements)
- Multiple shipping options available for fast delivery
Why Choose Qida Metal?
- Factory Direct Pricing – First-tier mill agent with highly competitive wholesale prices
- 10+ Years Steel Industry Experience – Professional team providing optimal material recommendations
- 5+ Years Export Experience – Seamless handling of every transaction process
- In-House Processing Center – Advanced equipment, custom fabrication per CAD drawings
- Annual Export Volume 250,000 MT – Serving Europe, South America, Asia, Africa
- Factory Visits Welcome – Visit our facility anytime
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For more information on ballistic armor plate pricing, specifications, or technical support, contact us today!
📧E-mail: sales@qidamt.com
🌐Website: www.qidamt.com
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