The US military foliage shrapnel shorts artery guard ballistic insert is a protective panel designed to provide ballistic coverage to the upper thigh and femoral artery area. It is intended for integration with compatible fragmentation protection systems and shrapnel shorts.

• Color: Foliage green
• Material: Ballistic protective insert
• Compatibility: Shrapnel shorts and modular lower body armor systems
• Function: Protects femoral artery area from fragmentation and ballistic threats

Issued to U.S. military personnel as part of modular lower body ballistic protection systems.