The optional side protection has been developed to extend the protection coverage in the flank area and is compatible with the Herkules Classic, Herkules Professional and Herkules Elite stab-proof covert vests. It enables flexible adjustment of the protection coverage depending on operational requirements.

Attachment is carried out via durable hook-and-loop fastenings, allowing quick and secure integration into the respective carrier platform. Depending on operational needs, the side protection can be used on one side or both sides – for example when carrying asymmetric equipment or a service weapon.

The material construction corresponds to the respective series variant:

• Classic: Protection panels made of high-strength aramid fabric combined with high-performance polymer
• Professional: Multi-layer carbon fiber–epoxy resin laminates on an aramid carrier
• Elite: Multi-layer carbon fiber–epoxy resin laminates with a textile base made of high-strength Cordura®-like filament yarns and optimized climate management

As with the vests themselves, the protection panels are removable, allowing the carrier platform to be machine washed for hygienic maintenance.

The side protection is available in black or white and is supplied as a pair matching the respective Herkules Classic, Professional or Elite series variant.