Cost Weight
Armor Type (gp) Armor Class Strength Stealth (lbs)
Padded 5 11 + Dex mod -- disadvantage 8
Leather 10 11 + Dex mod -- -- 10
Studded leather 45 12 + Dex mod -- 13
Hide 10 12 + Dex mod (max 2) -- -- 12
Chain shirt 50 13 + Dex mod (max 2) -- -- 20
Scale mail 50 14 + Dex mod (max 2) -- disadvantage 45
Breastplate 400 14 + Dex mod (max 2) -- -- 20
Half plate 750 15 + Dex mod (max 2) -- disadvantage 40
Ring mail 30 14 -- disadvantage 40
Chain mail 75 16 Str 13 disadvantage 55
Splint 200 17 Str 15 disadvantage 60
Plate 1,500 18 Str 15 disadvantage 65
Shield 10 +2 -- -- 6
This table shows the cost, weight, and other properties of common types of armor. The table separates them into three categories: light armor, medium armor, and heavy armor. Many warriors supplement their armor with a shield. Armor proficiency is an important topic. Some armor, even if you are proficient with it, has drawbacks, as identified in the table.