Force360 armour mechanics glove
The Force360 Armour Mechanics Glove (GFPRMX3) pairs thermoplastic rubber (TPR) impact armour on the back of the hand with a Kevlar-reinforced ProForce base and a 0.8mm Enduro palm. It is rated 4244X to EN388 and certified to AS/NZS 2161.2:2005 and AS/NZS 2161.3:2005.
Key takeaways
- The Force360 Armour Mechanics Glove (GFPRMX3) carries an EN388 mechanical rating of 4244X and is certified to AS/NZS 2161.2:2005 and AS/NZS 2161.3:2005.
- TPR armour across the back of the hand absorbs knocks and scrapes, a Kevlar-reinforced ProForce base resists cuts and a 0.8mm Enduro palm handles abrasion.
- Sizes run S, M, L, XL and 2XL, so confirm the size on the Done Right Safety listing before ordering.
- The mix of impact armour, abrasion resistance and dexterity suits automotive and heavy-vehicle mechanics, fabrication, mining and general trades.
| Spec | This SKU | What to check |
|---|---|---|
| EN388 rating | 4244X | Match the rating to your risk assessment |
| Standards | AS/NZS 2161.2:2005 and AS/NZS 2161.3:2005 | Check both are named on the listing |
| Palm | Enduro fabric 0.8mm | Check the palm suits the tools you handle |
| Back of hand | TPR impact armour, Kevlar-reinforced base | Confirm the armour layout in the photos |
| Sizes | S, M, L, XL, 2XL | Confirm your size before you order |
| SKU | GFPRMX3 | Quote this code when you order |
What is the Force360 armour mechanics glove (GFPRMX3)?
The Force360 Armour Mechanics Glove (GFPRMX3) is a multi-hazard work glove for hands that face impact, abrasion and cut hazards at once. A Kevlar-reinforced ProForce fabric base resists cuts, TPR armour across the back of the hand absorbs knocks and scrapes, and a 0.8mm Enduro palm holds the dexterity mechanics need.
Mechanic-grade multi-hazard hand protection
The Force360 Armour Mechanics Glove (GFPRMX3) gives impact, cut and abrasion protection with mechanic-grade dexterity, built for hands that face those hazards at once. A Kevlar-reinforced ProForce fabric base resists cuts, thermoplastic rubber (TPR) armour across the back of the hand absorbs knocks and scrapes, and a 0.8mm Enduro palm delivers abrasion resistance without sacrificing the dexterity mechanics and tradespeople need. Four-way stretch keeps the glove moving with the hand, while 360-degree airflow and a UPF50+ back help with comfort outdoors.
The glove comes in sizes S, M, L, XL and 2XL, certified to AS/NZS 2161.2:2005 and AS/NZS 2161.3:2005 with an EN388 mechanical rating of 4244X.
Key features
- Standards: AS/NZS 2161.2:2005 and AS/NZS 2161.3:2005
- Palm: Enduro fabric 0.8mm
- Back of hand: TPR impact armour, Kevlar-reinforced base
- Sizes: S, M, L, XL, 2XL
- Product type: safety glove
Where it fits
- Listed under hand protection at Done Right Safety
- Compare against the alternatives in the same category before ordering
Force360 armour mechanics glove specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| SKU | GFPRMX3 |
| Brand | Force360 |
| Category | Hand Protection (PPE) |
| EN388 Rating | 4244X |
| Standards | AS/NZS 2161.2:2005 and AS/NZS 2161.3:2005 |
| Palm | Enduro fabric 0.8mm |
| Back of hand | TPR impact armour, Kevlar-reinforced base |
| Sizes | S, M, L, XL, 2XL |
| Product code | GFPRMX3 |
| Product type | safety glove |
| Where to buy | Done Right Safety, donerightsafety.com.au |
What does the EN388 4244X rating on the Force360 glove mean?
EN388 4244X grades the glove 4 for abrasion, 2 for blade cut, 4 for tear and 4 for puncture, each out of 4, with X meaning the TDM (ISO 13997) cut test was not applicable or not measured. Abrasion, tear and puncture rate highly, blade-cut resistance sits mid-range.
EN388 grades mechanical protection as a series of digits: here 4 for abrasion (out of 4), 2 for blade cut, 4 for tear and 4 for puncture (all out of 4), with X meaning the TDM (ISO 13997) cut test was not applicable or not measured. In short, this glove rates highly for abrasion, tear and puncture, with mid-range blade-cut resistance and added impact protection from the TPR armour.
Where these gloves excel
The combination of impact armour, abrasion resistance and dexterity suits automotive and heavy-vehicle mechanics, fabrication and assembly, mining and resources, and general trades where workers handle tools and sharp or rough components and need to feel what they are doing.
Frequently asked questions
What does the back-of-hand armour on the Force360 glove do?
Thermoplastic rubber (TPR) armour across the back of the Force360 Armour Mechanics Glove absorbs and deflects impacts and scrapes, which helps when working around machinery, panels and tight engine bays. Underneath it, the Kevlar-reinforced ProForce fabric base resists cuts while four-way stretch keeps the glove moving with the hand.
Is the Force360 armour mechanics glove certified to Australian standards?
Yes. The Force360 Armour Mechanics Glove is certified to AS/NZS 2161.2:2005 and AS/NZS 2161.3:2005, and it carries an EN388 mechanical rating of 4244X. That rating reads 4 for abrasion, 2 for blade cut, 4 for tear and 4 for puncture, with X meaning the TDM cut test was not applicable or not measured.
What sizes does the Force360 armour mechanics glove come in?
The Force360 Armour Mechanics Glove (GFPRMX3) comes in S, M, L, XL and 2XL. Size matters on an impact glove because the TPR armour sits across the back of the hand, and the four-way stretch is what keeps the glove moving with the hand without losing dexterity.
Which trades is the Force360 armour mechanics glove made for?
The Force360 Armour Mechanics Glove suits automotive and heavy-vehicle mechanics, fabrication and assembly, mining and resources, and general trades where workers handle tools and sharp or rough components and still need to feel what they are doing. The 360-degree airflow and UPF50+ back help with comfort outdoors.
Done Right Safety Team
Safety, PPE & Workwear Specialists
Written from the product real specifications, its listed AS/NZS ratings and manufacturer supplied detail. Where a listing does not state a rating, the guide says so. Read the editorial standards.
Sources
- Force360 product listing on donerightsafety.com.au
- AS/NZS 2161.2:2005 (Standards Australia)
- AS/NZS 2161.3:2005 (Standards Australia)