A technical overview of the U.S. Army Plate Carrier done by Qore Performance if it is better than the IOTV... "The US Army's Modular Scalable Vest (MSV) was first introduced in 2018 as part of the Soldier Protection System (SPS), aimed at replacing the Improved Outer Tactical Vest or IOTV. Designed to provide soldiers with adaptable protection in both high- and low-threat environments, the MSV offers a modern solution to weight reduction and scalability.