Adept Armor Archon Mark 2 Level IV Plate: Release Date, Price & Specs
The Adept Armor Archon Mark 2 Level IV Plate release date, MSRP price, specs and shipping status. A new armor from Adept Armor for 2026.
When can I buy it?
Soon, but not today. It is listed, but we saw no stock. Listed on the maker site, no stock shown (maker: Add to cart, "Lead time: 2-4 weeks", $588), checked Oct 17, 2026.
- Is It Shipping?
- Listed, no stock Listed on the maker site, no stock shown (maker: Add to cart, "Lead time: 2-4 weeks", $588), checked Oct 17, 2026
- MSRP
- $588
- Announced
- Sep 17, 2026
- Category
- Armor
MSRP is the manufacturer's price from the cited source; street prices vary.
Adept Armor's Archon Mark 2 is a 10x12 Level IV / RF3+ plate built on the company's new Quatroid ceramic. It weighs 5.2 lb, about half a pound less than the original Archon.
Why it matters
At $588 it sits far below four-figure ultralight plates while staying around 5 lb and 1 inch thick.
Full specs
| Protection | Level IV / RF3+ (independently tested |
|---|---|
| Ceramic | Quatroid |
| Size | 10x12 in, multi-curve |
| Weight | 5.2 lb (test articles 5.136 and 5.148 lb) |
| Thickness | about 1 in |
| Test | ETL report ETL-TR-ADA-26-161-0101 |
| Price | $588 |
| Material | IvoryGuard |
| Shape | SAPI-style multi-curve |
| Pair weight | 10.4 lb |
Specs from: Adept Armor product page. Checked Oct 17, 2026. Where sources disagree we use the maker's figure. Specs the maker has not published are left out.
Status history
Orderable from Adept with a stated 2-4 week lead time on 2026-10-17, so it's listed as made-to-order rather than in stock. Adept says NIJ certification is forthcoming.
Who it's for: Prepared citizens and professionals who want protection, where state law allows.
Compare with
Similar new releases at a similar price, from our database:
| Product | Status | MSRP | Announced |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adept Armor Archon Mark 2 Level IV Plate (this page) | Listed, no stock | $588 | Sep 17, 2026 |
| Agilite K-Zero SF Plate Carrier | Shipping | $339 | Jan 20, 2026 |
| HRT Tactical Gear XVC Plate Carrier | Shipping | $224.95 | Apr 7, 2026 |
| Adept Armor Emperor Level IV / RF3 Plate | Shipping | $1,480 | Sep 17, 2026 |
Is the Adept Armor Archon Mark 2 Level IV Plate out yet?
- Is the Adept Armor Archon Mark 2 Level IV Plate out yet?
- Almost. It is listed for sale (we saw it at ade.pt), but it showed no stock when we last checked on Oct 17, 2026. Adept Armor announced it on Sep 17, 2026.
- When did you last check the Adept Armor Archon Mark 2 Level IV Plate?
- Oct 17, 2026. Every status change is logged with its date and source in the status history on this page and in our changelog.
- What are you watching for on the Adept Armor Archon Mark 2 Level IV Plate?
- Confirmed stock at the maker or a retailer. When we see it, the status changes to Shipping and the date goes into the status history.
FAQ
- When was the Adept Armor Archon Mark 2 Level IV Plate released?
- Adept Armor announced it Sep 17, 2026. Its status is Listed, no stock as of our check on Oct 17, 2026.
- How much does the Adept Armor Archon Mark 2 Level IV Plate cost?
- The manufacturer MSRP is $588, per our cited source. Street prices may be lower.
- Where can I buy the Adept Armor Archon Mark 2 Level IV Plate?
- We last saw it at Adept Armor store. Check the maker page for authorized dealers.
Alternatives
- More new Adept Armor releases for 2026
- All new plate carriers & body armor: release dates and prices
- NIJ 0101.07 explained: HG1, HG2, RF1, RF2, RF3
- What's shipping now: every release tracked
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