Global Body Armor Market Size & Outlook, 2024-2030

The global body armor market size was estimated at USD 2,693.4 million in 2023 and is projected to reach USD 4,007.1 million by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 5.8% from 2024 to 2030.
Revenue, 2023 (US$M)
$2,693.4
Forecast, 2030 (US$M)
$4,007.1
CAGR, 2024 - 2030
5.8%
Report Coverage
Worldwide

Global body armor market highlights

  • The global body armor market generated a revenue of USD 2,693.4 million in 2023 and is expected to reach USD 4,007.1 million by 2030.
  • The market is expected to grow at a CAGR (2024 - 2030) of 5.8% by 2030.
  • In terms of segment, level iv accounted for a revenue of USD 708.1 million in 2023.
  • Level II is the most lucrative protection level segment registering the fastest growth during the forecast period.
  • In terms of region, North America was the largest revenue generating market in 2023.
  • Country-wise, Russia is expected to register the highest CAGR from 2024 to 2030.

Global data book summary

Market revenue in 2023USD 2,693.4 million
Market revenue in 2030USD 4,007.1 million
Growth rate5.8% (CAGR from 2023 to 2030)
Largest segmentLevel iv
Fastest growing segmentLevel II
Historical data covered2018 - 2022
Base year for estimation2023
Forecast period covered2024 - 2030
Quantitative unitsRevenue in USD million
Market segmentationLevel IIA, Level II, Level IIIA, Level III, Level IV

Other key industry trends

  • In terms of revenue, the North America accounted for 32.8% of the global body armor market in 2023.
  • By country, the U.S. is projected to lead the global market in terms of revenue in 2030.
  • By country, Russia is the fastest growing regional market and is projected to reach USD 227.3 million by 2030.

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Body Armor Market Companies

Name Profile # Employees HQ Website
Craig International Ballistics View profile 11-50 Helensvale, Queensland, Australia, Oceania https://ballistics.com.au/
Hellweg View profile 1001-5000 Dortmund, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany, Europe https://www.hellweg.de/
EnGarde View profile 11-50 Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, The Netherlands, Europe https://www.engardebodyarmor.com
Pacific Safety Products View profile 51-100 Arnprior, Ontario, Canada, North America http://pacsafety.com/
Elmon View profile 11-50 Athens, Attiki, Greece, Europe https://www.elmon.com
Point Blank Enterprises View profile 5001-10000 Pompano Beach, Florida, United States, North America http://www.pointblankenterprises.com/
The Safariland Group View profile 5001-10000 Ontario, California, United States, North America http://www.safariland.com/
International Armored Group View profile 501-1000 Saint Augustine, Florida, United States, North America http://interarmored.com
Sarkar Tactical View profile 11-50 El Paso, Texas, United States, North America https://sarkartactical.com
Avon Protection PLC View profile 928 Semington Road, Hampton Park West, Melksham, Wiltshire, United Kingdom, SN12 6NB https://www.avon-protection-plc.com
Ceradyne View profile 1001-5000 Costa Mesa, California, United States, North America http://www.ceradyne.com
BAE Systems PLC View profile 99800 6 Carlton Gardens, Stirling Square, London, United Kingdom, SW1Y 5AD https://www.baesystems.com

Global body armor market outlook

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Level iv was the largest segment with a revenue share of 26.29% in 2023. Horizon Databook has segmented the Global body armor market based on level iia, level ii, level iiia, level iii, level iv covering the revenue growth of each sub-segment from 2018 to 2030.


  • Global Body Armor Protection Level Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018-2030)
    • Level IIA
    • Level II
    • Level IIIA
    • Level III
    • Level IV
  • Global Body Armor End-user Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018-2030)
    • Defense
    • Civilians
    • Law Enforcement Protection
  • Global Body Armor Type Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018-2030)
    • Accessories
    • Soft Armor
    • Hard Armor
  • Global Body Armor Style Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018-2030)
    • Covert
    • Overt

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