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Plate carrier

A vest built to hold armour plates, used in training as a weighted vest with a military fit. The load sits high and very close to the torso, which is comfortable at moderate weight and unforgiving of poor sizing.

Related terms

Weighted vestA garment holding weight around the torso rather than on the back.
Ruck plateA flat steel or cast-iron plate sized to sit against the back panel of a pack, usually 10, 20, 30 or 45 lb.

Where it comes up

Guides that use this term in context, rather than only defining it.

Weighted vest or backpack for rucking?A vest keeps compact weight close; a backpack carries useful things and teaches pack craft. Choose by the job, not by which one looks more serious.
How to fit and adjust a rucksack under loadPack shape first, straps second: set the torso and hip belt, settle the load, then make five small adjustments in the right order.

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