Power Armor

Power armor is a type of armor found across the Fallout series.

Background
Worn by various factions in the wasteland, power armor is made of a poly-laminate composite, shielding the user from radiation and damage while providing increased strength. The armor is a pre-War product of West Tek in conjunction with the United States government. The armor was developed at Fort Strong, utilized in both China and at the Battle of Anchorage.

The power armor prototypes were slated to be part of an exhibit at the Museum of Technology in 2078. Harold Frost, one of T-45's original designers, designed the Excavator power armor for the Garrahan Mining Company. Following the Great War, many suits are still found throughout the wastelands, providing those who wear them additional protection from threats. Stripping out the joint servos removes the need for special training.