Plate Armor
D&D 5e · 2024·Heavy armor·No attunement
Your Dexterity modifier does not change this Armor Class, up or down.
Armor Class calculator
- Category
- Heavy armor
- Dex bonus
- None
- Stealth
- Disadvantage
- Strength
- Str 15 (else −10 ft. Speed)
- Weight
- 65 lb
- Don / doff
- 10 minutes / 5 minutes
- Rarity
- Nonmagical
- Price
- 1,500 GP
Calculator assumptions & rules
Uses this entry’s AC formula, Dexterity cap and listed shield bonus. Magic AC already included in the entry is counted once. Features, spells, alternative AC formulas and exceptions to Strength penalties are excluded. You still need the required armor training or proficiency.
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Using Plate Armor
- AC 18 does not improve with Dexterity. Compare armor options using your actual Dexterity modifier rather than their base AC alone.
- It imposes Disadvantage on Stealth checks; consider that cost if the group relies on sneaking.
- Strength 15 avoids this armor’s listed Speed penalty. The calculator flags the penalty when your Strength is lower.
Heavy armor. Armor Class: 18. Imposes Disadvantage on Dexterity (Stealth) checks. Strength 15 avoids a 10-foot Speed penalty. Donning takes 10 minutes; doffing takes 5 minutes. Armor training is needed to avoid the penalties for wearing armor without training.
Full item details & properties
Armor details
- Armor Class
- 18
- Category
- Heavy
- Dexterity modifier
- Not added
- Strength to avoid Speed penalty
- 15
- Stealth disadvantage
- Yes
- Don
- 10 minutes
- Doff
- 5 minutes
Tags & related references
Compare alternatives
Same edition, using your calculator inputs above. Special properties and character features can change the choice.
Same base armor; compare magical benefits
Armor of InvulnerabilityAC 1818 AC · Stealth DisadvantageNot specified · 65 lbSame base armor; compare magical benefits
Armor of Resistance (Plate)AC 1818 AC · Stealth DisadvantageNot specified · 65 lbSame base armor; compare magical benefits
Armor of Vulnerability (Plate Armor)AC 1818 AC · Stealth DisadvantageNot specified · 65 lbSame base armor; compare magical benefits
Plate Armor FAQ
What Armor Class does Plate Armor give?
It starts at AC 18. Dexterity does not change its AC, whether your modifier is positive or negative.
Does Plate Armor require attunement?
No. This entry does not require attunement; follow its activation and use rules.
What if my Strength is below 15?
The armor lists a 10 ft. Speed penalty below Strength 15. The calculator flags it; character features may provide exceptions.
Is the listed price a guaranteed purchase price?
The listed price is a reference from this catalogue entry. Availability and the final price depend on your game and GM.