# Plate Armor > [!info] Item Details > | | | > |---|---| > | **Category** | Armor — Heavy | > | **Cost** | 1,500 gp | > | **Armor Class** | 18 | > | **Strength Requirement** | Str 15 | > | **Stealth** | ⚠️ Disadvantage | > | **Weight** | 65 lb. | > | **Proficiency** | Heavy Armor | --- ## Description Plate armor consists of shaped, interlocking metal plates to cover the entire body. A suit of plate armor includes gauntlets, heavy leather boots, a visored helmet, and thick layers of padding underneath the armor. Buckles and straps distribute the weight over the body. --- ## Properties - Grants a flat **AC of 18** regardless of Dexterity modifier — the highest AC of any standard armor. - Imposes **disadvantage** on Dexterity (Stealth) checks. - Requires **Strength 15** or higher to wear without speed penalty. - Requires **Heavy Armor** proficiency to wear without penalty.