Clothing for Operations ‘The Black Bag’ - British Army

Clothing for Operations

‘The Black Bag’

Defence Clothing
Team (DCT)

Contents of the ‘Black Bag’

Base Layers
Mid Layers
Outer Layers
Personal Protection
Load Carriage
Sleeping Systems
Footwear
Miscellaneous Items
Winter Supplement
CD

Socks Warm Weather Combat Underwear Base Layers

Average Weight 0.12kg AFV Crew = 5 Average Weight 0.10kg AFV Crew = 2
In Service Date Nov 2002 Mil Visitors = 3 In Service Date Nov 2004 Mil Visitors = 2
Scale CAT 1 = 5 Scale CAT 1 = 4
CAT 2 = 5 CAT 2 = 2
CAT 3 = 5 CAT 3 = 2

Additional information Additional information
Socks have anti microbial properties. Combat Underwear has anti microbial
properties.
NSN : 8440-99-155-5816 to 155-5818
Size : 3.5 to 13 NSN : 8420-99-549-9041 to 549-9044
Size : Small to X Large

Base Layers T-Shirt Balaclava F/R

Average Weight 0.16kg AFV Crew = 4 Average Weight 0.10kg AFV Crew = 1
In Service Date May 2007 Mil Visitors = 2 In Service Date Dec 2002 Mil Visitors = 0
Scale CAT 1 = 4 Scale CAT 1 = 0
CAT 2 = 4 CAT 2 = 0
CAT 3 = 4 CAT 3 = 0

Additional information Additional information
Anti-static high sweat-wicking. AFV crew only.

NSN : 8415-99-382-4565 to 382-4568 NSN : 8415-99-458-7535
Size : Small to X Large Size : One size

Gloves F/R Vest F/R Mid Layers

Average Weight 0.06kg AFV Crew = 1 Average Weight 0.32kg AFV Crew = 2
In Service Date Dec 2002 Mil Visitors = 0 In Service Date Dec 2002 Mil Visitors = 0
Scale CAT 1 = 0 Scale CAT 1 = 0
CAT 2 = 0 CAT 2 = 0
CAT 3 = 0 CAT 3 = 0

Additional information Additional information
AFV crew only. AFV crew only.

NSN : 8415-99-458-7536 NSN : 8415-99-458-7544 to 458-7547
Size : Small to X Large Size : Small to X Large

Mid Layers Long Johns F/R Combat Thermal Under Shirt

Average Weight 0.30kg AFV Crew = 2 Average Weight 0.28kg AFV Crew = 1
In Service Date Dec 2002 Mil Visitors = 0 In Service Date Oct 2010 Mil Visitors = 0
Scale CAT 1 = 0 Scale CAT 1 = 1
CAT 2 = 0 CAT 2 = 1
CAT 3 = 0 CAT 3 = 1

Additional information Additional information
AFV crew only.
NSN : 8415-99-813-3260 to 813-3264
NSN : 8415-99-458-7540 to 458-7543 Size : Small to XX Large
Size : Small to X Large

Mid Layer Thermal Smock Cap MTP Outer Layers

Average Weight 0.60kg AFV Crew = 1 Average Weight 0.18kg AFV Crew = 1
In Service Date Nov 2010 Mil Visitors = 0 In Service Date Nov 2009 Mil Visitors = 1
Scale CAT 1 = 1 Scale CAT 1 = 1
CAT 2 = 1 CAT 2 = 1
CAT 3 = 1 CAT 3 = 1

Additional information Additional information

NSN : 8415-99-813-3289 to 813-3293 NSN : 8415-99-915-8224 to 915-8240
Size : Small (160/88) to XX Large (200/120) Size : 48 to 64

Outer Layers Hat MTP PCS (Warm Weather) Lightweight Jacket MTP

Average Weight 0.18kg AFV Crew = 1 Average Weight 0.42kg AFV Crew = 3
In Service Date Sep 2009 Mil Visitors = 1 In Service Date Jul 2011 Mil Visitors = 2
Scale CAT 1 = 1 Scale CAT 1 = 4
CAT 2 = 1 CAT 2 = 3
CAT 3 = 1 CAT 3 = 3

Additional information Additional information
Warm weather PCS. Care and maintenance
NSN : 8415-99-667-4307 to 667-4323 instructions can be found on the PCS User Guide
Size : 48 to 64 Presentation on the attached CD. Warm Weather PCS
is treated with Permethrin. This will last 6 months of
operational laundering.

NSN : 8415-99-317-8340 to 317-8358
Size : 160/88 to 200/128

PCS Lightweight Jacket MVP PCS Shirt Hot Weather (UBACS) Outer Layers

Average Weight 0.68kg AFV Crew = 1 Average Weight 0.38kg AFV Crew = 3
In Service Date Dec 2011 Mil Visitors = 0 In Service Date Mar 2010 Mil Visitors = 2
Scale CAT 1 = 1 Scale CAT 1 = 1
CAT 2 = 1 CAT 2 = 4
CAT 3 = 1 CAT 3 = 4

Additional information Additional information
This item is treated with Permethrin. This will
NSN : 8415-99-738-0646 to 738-0650 last 6 months of operational laundering. Torso
Size : Small to XX Large is anti-static and sweat wicking.

NSN : 8415-99-317-8397 to 317-8402
Size : Small to XX Large

Outer Layers PCS Smock Combat PCS (Warm Weather) Lightweight Trousers MTP

Average Weight 1.08kg AFV Crew = 1 Average Weight 0.40kg AFV Crew = 4
In Service Date Mar 2010 Mil Visitors = 1 In Service Date Jul 2011 Mil Visitors = 2
Scale CAT 1 = 1 Scale CAT 1 = 4
CAT 2 = 1 CAT 2 = 4
CAT 3 = 1 CAT 3 = 4

Additional information Additional information
Care and maintenance instructions can be found on
the PCS User Guide Presentation on the attached CD. Warm weather PCS. Care and maintenance
This item is treated with Permethrin. This will last 6 instructions can be found on the PCS User Guide
months of operational laundering. Presentation on the attached CD. This item is
treated with Permethrin. This will last 6 months of
NSN : 8415-99-317-8380 to 317-8395 operational laundering.
Size : 160/88 to 200/120
NSN : 8415-99-317-8270 to 317-8303
Size : 70/72/88 to 90/112/128

PCS Lightweight Trousers MVP Shorts MTP Outer Layers

Average Weight 0.46kg AFV Crew = 1 Average Weight 0.32kg AFV Crew = 1
In Service Date Dec 2011 Mil Visitors = 0 In Service Date Dec 2009 Mil Visitors = 1
Scale CAT 1 = 1 Scale CAT 1 = 1
CAT 2 = 1 CAT 2 = 1
CAT 3 = 1 CAT 3 = 1

Additional information Additional information

NSN : 8415-99-738-0652 to 738-0656 NSN : 8405-99-342-4195 to 342-4226
Size : Small to XX Large Size : 24/68/84 to 33/112/128

Outer Layers Coveralls Contact Gloves MTP

Average Weight 0.30kg AFV Crew = 2 Average Weight 0.12kg AFV Crew = 2
In Service Date Dec 2002 Mil Visitors = 0 In Service Date Jun 2011 Mil Visitors = 1
Scale CAT 1 = 0 Scale CAT 1 = 1
CAT 2 = 0 CAT 2 = 2
CAT 3 = 0 CAT 3 = 2

Additional information Additional information
AFV crew only. Protection against hot or cold surfaces.

NSN : 8415-99-212-5330 to 212-5343 NSN : 8415-99-974-2881 to 974-2890
Size : 160/88 to 190/120 Size : 6 to 12
NSN : 8415-99-930-4129 to 930-4132
Size : 200/104 to 200/128

Combat Gloves Mk7 Helmet Cover Outer Layers

Average Weight 0.13kg AFV Crew = 1 Average Weight 0.06kg AFV Crew = 1
In Service Date Nov 2011 Mil Visitors = 0 In Service Date Apr 2011 Mil Visitors = 1
Scale CAT 1 = 0 Scale CAT 1 = 1
CAT 2 = 1 CAT 2 = 1
CAT 3 = 1 CAT 3 = 1

Additional information Additional information
Mk 7 Helmet covers come with MTP scrim.
NSN : 8415-99-815-3812 Size : Small
NSN : 8415-99-553-5099 Size : Medium NSN : 8415-99-152-0778 to 152-0780
NSN : 8415-99-152-7772 Size : Large Size : Small to outsize
NSN : 8415-99-492-9914 Size : X Large
NSN : 8415-99-871-6692 Size : Large

Personal Protection Eyewear Prescriptive Lens Fitment Combat Spectacles

Average Weight 0.01kg AFV Crew = 1 Average Weight 0.12kg AFV Crew = 2
In Service Date Oct 2011 Mil Visitors = 1 In Service Date Oct 2011 Mil Visitors = 1
Scale CAT 1 = 1 Scale CAT 1 = 2
CAT 2 = 1 CAT 2 = 2
CAT 3 = 1 CAT 3 = 2

Additional information Additional information
Prescriptive Lens Fitment are for personnel Additional information on the combat
who wear glasses on a daily basis. spectacles can be found on the attached CD.

NSN : 8465-99-743-6584 NSN : 8465-99-325-2694 Size : Medium
Size : N/A NSN : 8465-99-325-2694 Size : Large

Combat Goggles Acoustic Ear Defence Personal Protection

Average Weight 0.22kg AFV Crew = 1 Average Weight 0.01kg AFV Crew = 1
In Service Date Oct 2011 Mil Visitors = 1 In Service Date Aug 2008 Mil Visitors = 1
Scale CAT 1 = 1 Scale CAT 1 = 1
CAT 2 = 1 CAT 2 = 1
CAT 3 = 1 CAT 3 = 1

Additional information Additional information
Additional information on the Combat Goggles
can be found on the attached CD. Wear with the yellow end in to protect against the
noise of gunfire and explosions. Wear with the green
NSN : 8465-99-325-2696 end in to protect against loud constant noise such as
Size : N/A aircraft or vehicles.

NSN : 6515-99-396-1700
Size : N/A

Personal Protection Mk7 Helmet ECBA Plates

Average Weight 1.4kg AFV Crew = 1 Average Weight 1.12kg (each)
In Service Date Oct 2009 Mil Visitors = 1 In Service Date < Jan 1991
Scale CAT 1 = 1 Scale CAT 1 = 2 AFV Crew = 2
CAT 2 = 1 CAT 2 = 2 Mil Visitors = 2
CAT 3 = 1 CAT 3 = 2

Additional information Additional information
All Mk7 Helmets come with fitment pads.
Fitting instructions for the Mk7 Helmet can be NSN : 8470-99-977-9889
found on the attached CD. Size : N/A

NSN : 8470-99-213-3598 to 213-3601
Size : Small to Outsize

Enhanced Combat Body Armour Osprey Body Armour Personal Protection

Average Weight 5.0kg (with ECBA plates) Average Weight 13.0kg AFV Crew = 1
In Service Date < Jan 1991 In Service Date Apr 2010 Mil Visitors = 0
Scale CAT 1 = 0 AFV Crew = 0 Scale CAT 1 = 1
CAT 2 = 0 Mil Visitors = 1 CAT 2 = 1
CAT 3 = 0 CAT 3 = 1

Additional information Additional information
Military visitors only. Fitting instructions can be found on the
attached CD.
NSN : 8470-99-897-4626 to 897-4631
Size : 170/100 to 190/120 (covers) NSN : 8470-99-684-4611 (Mk 4A) to 684-4618 (covers)
NSN : 8470-99-454-9323 to 454-9324 Size : 170/100 to 200/124
Size : 200/116 to 200/124 (covers) NSN Fillers to be allocated by DC/PCE Team
Size : 170/100 to 200/124
(NSNs for fillers - see end of Personal Protection section)

Personal Protection Tier 1 Pelvic Protection Tier 2 Pelvic Protection

Average Weight 0.22kg AFV Crew = 4 Average Weight 0.72kg AFV Crew = 1
In Service Date Jul 2010 Mil Visitors = 2 In Service Date Dec 2010 Mil Visitors = 0
Scale CAT 1 = 2 Scale CAT 1 = 0
CAT 2 = 4 CAT 2 = 1
CAT 3 = 4 CAT 3 = 1

Additional information Additional information
Tier 1 Pelvic Protection has anti microbial
properties. In Theatre issue to all personnel deployed
outside the wire. Fitting instructions can be
NSN : 8420-99-676-6175 found on the attached CD.
Size : X Small
NSN : 8420-99-873-0157 to 873-0160 NSN : 8470-99-553-5530 Size : Small
Size : Small to X Large NSN : 8470-99-969-6228 Size : Medium
NSN : 8470-99-553-5531 Size : Large
NSN : 8470-99-980-0305 Size : X Large

(NSNs for covers - please see opposite)

Tier 3 Pelvic Protection Personal Protection

Average Weight 2.50kg AFV Crew = 0 Enhanced Combat Body Armour NSNs (continued)
In Service Date Mar 2011 Mil Visitors = 0
Scale CAT 1 = 0 NSN : 8470-99-132-0968 to 132-0973 (fillers)
CAT 2 = 1 Size : 170/100 to 190/120
CAT 3 = 1 NSN : 8470-99-454-9327 to 454-9328 (fillers)
Size : 200/116 to 200/124

Additional information Tier 2 Pelvic Protection Covers

In Theatre issue to all personnel deployed as VALON NSN : 8470-99-553-5532 Size : Small
or High Threat operators. Issued via ET only. Fitting NSN : 8470-99-151-7821 Size : Medium
instructions can be found on the attached CD. NSN : 8470-99-553-5533 Size : Large
NSN : 8470-99-177-0306 Size : X Large

NSN : 8470-99-177-3579 Size : X Small
NSN : 8470-99-983-9900 Size : Small
NSN : 8470-99-983-9910 Size : Medium
NSN : 8470-99-983-9920 Size : Large
NSN : 8470-99-177-3598 Size : X Large

Load Carriage Mollé Belt Ensemble 45 Ltr Patrol Pack

Average Weight 0.76kg AFV Crew = 0 Average Weight 2.14kg AFV Crew = 1
In Service Date Jan 2012 Mil Visitors = 0 In Service Date Oct 2009 Mil Visitors = 0
Scale CAT 1 = 0 Scale CAT 1 = 1
CAT 2 = 0 CAT 2 = 1
CAT 3 = 1 CAT 3 = 1

Additional information Additional information

CAT 3 Personnel only.
Small - 92cm to 102cm
Medium - 100cm to 110cm
Large - 108cm to 118cm

NSN : 8470-99-485-3752 to 485-3754 (Ensemble) NSN : 8465-99-213-3777
Size : Small to Large Size : N/A
NSN : 8470-99-958-6602 Size : Belt Small
NSN : 8470-99-958-6603 Size : Belt Medium Component
NSN : 8470-99-958-6604 Size : Belt Large Parts
NSN : 8470-99-502-3752 (Yoke)

Operational Travel Bag (Black Bag) Ammunition Grab Bag Load Carriage

Average Weight 2.04kg AFV Crew = 1 Average Weight 0.68kg AFV Crew = 1
In Service Date Oct 2002 Mil Visitors = 0 In Service Date Sept 2009 Mil Visitors = 0
Scale CAT 1 = 1 Scale CAT 1 = 0
CAT 2 = 1 CAT 2 = 1
CAT 3 = 1 CAT 3 = 1

Additional information Additional information
80 Ltr capacity.
NSN : 8465-99-213-3719
NSN : 8465-99-421-5710 Size : N/A
Size : N/A

Sleeping Systems Thermal Sleeping Mat Sleeping Bag Liner

Average Weight 0.60kg AFV Crew = 1 Average Weight 0.42kg AFV Crew = 1
In Service Date Feb 2003 Mil Visitors = 0 In Service Date < Jan 1991 Mil Visitors = 1
Scale CAT 1 = 0 Scale CAT 1 = 1
CAT 2 = 1 CAT 2 = 1
CAT 3 = 1 CAT 3 = 1

Additional information Additional information

NSN : 8465-99-310-9203 NSN : 8465-99-132-1389
Size : N/A Size : N/A

Lightweight Sleeping Bag Lightweight Sleeping Bag Sleeping Systems

Average Weight 1.2kg AFV Crew = 0 Average Weight 1.1kg AFV Crew = 1
In Service Date Jan 2001 Mil Visitors = 1 In Service Date July 2011 Mil Visitors = 0
Scale CAT 1 = 1 Scale CAT 1 = 0
CAT 2 = 0 CAT 2 = 1
CAT 3 = 0 CAT 3 = 1

Additional information Additional information
DCC only. DC will issue from a specific earmark
NSN : 8465-99-869-5310 to all entitled personnel. Same NSN as other
Size : N/A Lightweight Sleeping Bag.

NSN : 8465-99-869-5310
Size : N/A

Footwear Sandals Boots Safety Warm Weather

Average Weight 0.65kg AFV Crew = 1 Average Weight 0.82kg AFV Crew = 0
In Service Date Nov 2004 Mil Visitors = 1 In Service Date Aug 2002 Mil Visitors = 0
Scale CAT 1 = 1 Scale CAT 1 = 1
CAT 2 = 1 CAT 2 = 0
CAT 3 = 1 CAT 3 = 0

Additional information Additional information
RAF Ground Crew, REME, RE and Chefs only.
NSN : 8430-99-494-7887 to 494-7897
Size : 4 to 14 NSN : 8430-99-161-4207 to 161-4234
Size : 2M to 15L

Boots Cold Weather Boots Lightweight Patrol Footwear

Average Weight 1.8kg AFV Crew = 1 Average Weight 1.6kg AFV Crew = 1
In Service Date Nov 2007 Mil Visitors = 0 In Service Date Aug 2002 Mil Visitors = 1
Scale CAT 1 = 1 Scale CAT 1 = 1
CAT 2 = 1 CAT 2 = 1
CAT 3 = 1 CAT 3 = 1

Additional information Additional information
Issued as part of the winter supplement. Little ankle support - Boots to be used on
parols when carrying light loads, or when inside
NSN : 8430-99-701-6228 to 701-6269 the wire.
Size : 2S to 15L
NSN : 8430-99-229-4481 to 229-4521
Size : 2M to 15L

Footwear Combat Boots (Meindl) Combat Boots (Lowa)

Average Weight 1.5kg AFV Crew = 2 Average Weight 1.5kg AFV Crew = 2
In Service Date Sept 2006 Mil Visitors = 0 In Service Date May 2007 Mil Visitors = 0
Scale CAT 1 = 1 Scale CAT 1 = 1
CAT 2 = 2 CAT 2 = 2
CAT 3 = 2 CAT 3 = 2

Additional information Additional information

CAT 1 Personnel Scale is 1 x Combat Boots of either CAT 1 Personnel Scale is 1 x Combat Boots of either
Meindl or Lowa, NOT BOTH. CAT 2 -3 Personnel Meindl or Lowa, NOT BOTH. CAT 2 -3 Personnel
Scale = 2 Combat Boots of either 2 x Meindl or Scale = 2 Combat Boots of either 2 x Meindl or
2x Lowa. (Individuals May opt for 1 of each). 2x Lowa. (Individuals May opt for 1 of each).

NSN : 8430-99-863-6224 to 863-6241 Size : 3.5 to 12 NSN : 8430-99-591-4702 to 591-4741
Size : 5M to 15W
NSN : 8430-99-404-4238 Size : 13 NSN : 8435-99-591-4078 to 591-4701 (Female)
Size : 3M to 8.5W
NSN : 8430-99-666-7735 Size : 14

Belt General Purpose High Visability Belt Miscillaneous Items

Average Weight 0.14kg AFV Crew = 1 Average Weight 0.08kg AFV Crew = 1
In Service Date Jan 2011 Mil Visitors = 1 In Service Date Feb 2010 Mil Visitors = 1
Scale CAT 1 = 1 Scale CAT 1 = 1
CAT 2 = 1 CAT 2 = 1
CAT 3 = 1 CAT 3 = 1

Additional information Additional information
Small = 28’’ - 37’’
Medium = 32’’ - 41’’ NSN : 8465-99-613-4809
Large = 35’’ - 44’’ Size : One size

NSN : 8440-99-155-5816 to 155-5818
Size : Small to Large

Miscillaneous Items Boot Brush Snap Link Rappeller (Karabiner)

Average Weight 0.24kg AFV Crew = 1 Average Weight 0.40kg AFV Crew = 1
In Service Date Jan 2010 Mil Visitors = 0 In Service Date Aug 2007 Mil Visitors = 0
Scale CAT 1 = 1 Scale CAT 1 = 0
CAT 2 = 1 CAT 2 = 1
CAT 3 = 1 CAT 3 = 1

Additional information Additional information
Boot Brush is to be used on the side mesh of
both Combat Boots. This will allow better air NSN : 8465-99-502-2775
flow into the Combat Boots reducing ‘hot spots’. Size : N/A

NSN : 7920-99-388-6530
Size : N/A

Hydration System Hydration Cleaning Kit Miscillaneous Items

Average Weight 0.64kg AFV Crew = 1 Average Weight 0.25kg AFV Crew = 1
In Service Date Dec 2009 Mil Visitors = 0 In Service Date Feb 2010 Mil Visitors = 0
Scale CAT 1 = 1 Scale CAT 1 = 1
CAT 2 = 1 CAT 2 = 1
CAT 3 = 1 CAT 3 = 1

Additional information Additional information
Hydration system has a 3ltr capacity. Clean Each cleaning kit contains 1 x Tube Cleaning
the hose and bladder regularly. Only use for Brush (TCB) and 8 x sterilisation tablets.
carrying water.
NSN : 8465-99-742-4310
NSN : 8465-99-151-4780 Size : N/A
Size : N/A

Miscillaneous Items Thermal Mug Washing Net

Average Weight 0.26kg AFV Crew = 1 Average Weight 0.22kg AFV Crew = 1
In Service Date Dec 2005 Mil Visitors = 0 In Service Date <Jan 1991 Mil Visitors = 1
Scale CAT 1 = 1 Scale CAT 1 = 1
CAT 2 = 1 CAT 2 = 1
CAT 3 = 1 CAT 3 = 1

Additional information Additional information

NSN : 7350-99-449-0184 NSN : 8465-99-132-1441
Size : N/A Size : N/A

Tropical Sweat Rag Desert Sweat Rag Miscillaneous Items

Average Weight 0.04kg AFV Crew = 3 Average Weight 0.24kg AFV Crew = 1
In Service Date < Jan 1991 Mil Visitors = 0 In Service Date < Jan 1991 Mil Visitors = 0
Scale CAT 1 = 2 Scale CAT 1 = 1
CAT 2 = 3 CAT 2 = 1
CAT 3 = 3 CAT 3 = 1

Additional information Additional information

NSN : 8420-99-975-7529 NSN : 8420-99-978-7002
Size : N/A Size : N/A

Miscillaneous Items Shemagh Lightweight Sweat Head Over

Average Weight 0.18kg AFV Crew = 1 Average Weight 0.04kg AFV Crew = 2
In Service Date Nov 2003 Mil Visitors = 1 In Service Date Nov 2010 Mil Visitors = 0
Scale CAT 1 = 1 Scale CAT 1 = 0
CAT 2 = 1 CAT 2 = 2
CAT 3 = 1 CAT 3 = 2

Additional information Additional information

NSN : 8440-99-876-9586 NSN : 8405-99-463-8727
Size : N/A Size : N/A

Insect Head Net Knee Pads Miscillaneous Items

Average Weight 0.01kg AFV Crew = 1 Average Weight 0.44kg AFV Crew = 1
In Service Date Sept 2004 Mil Visitors = 1 In Service Date Apr 2010 Mil Visitors = 0
Scale CAT 1 = 1 Scale CAT 1 = 0
CAT 2 = 1 CAT 2 = 1
CAT 3 = 1 CAT 3 = 1

Additional information Additional information

NSN : 8415-99-519-8268 NSN : 8465-99-297-8266
Size : N/A Size : N/A

Miscillaneous Items Multi-Tool and Torch Pack Shelter Sheet

Average Weight 0.60kg AFV Crew = 1 Average Weight 1kg AFV Crew = 1
In Service Date Jan 2010 Mil Visitors = 0 In Service Date Sep 2009 Mil Visitors = 0
Scale CAT 1 = 1 Scale CAT 1 = 0
CAT 2 = 1 CAT 2 = 1
CAT 3 = 1 CAT 3 = 1

Additional information Additional information
Not sustained. One off issue only. Bag Shelter Sheet can be demanded on
NSN : 8105-99-213-3731
NSN : 5180-99-371-1891
Size : N/A NSN : 8415-99-213-3730
Size : N/A

Small Bath Towel Large Bath Towel Miscillaneous Items

Average Weight 0.16kg AFV Crew = 1 Average Weight 0.40kg AFV Crew = 1
In Service Date Jun 2009 Mil Visitors = 0 In Service Date Jun 2009 Mil Visitors = 1
Scale CAT 1 = 1 Scale CAT 1 = 1
CAT 2 = 1 CAT 2 = 1
CAT 3 = 1 CAT 3 = 1

Additional information Additional information
Quick drying and has anti microbial properties. Quick drying and has anti microbial properties.

NSN : 7210-99-667-3479 NSN : 7210-99-667-3480
Size : Small Size : Large

Miscillaneous Items Cover Rucksack Small Cover Rucksack Large

Average Weight 0.30kg AFV Crew = 1 Average Weight 0.66kg AFV Crew = 1
In Service Date Sep 2009 Mil Visitors = 0 In Service Date Sep 2009 Mil Visitors = 0
Scale CAT 1 = 0 Scale CAT 1 = 0
CAT 2 = 1 CAT 2 = 1
CAT 3 = 1 CAT 3 = 1

Additional information Additional information

NSN : 8465-99-667-4278 NSN : 8465-99-667-4277
Size : Small Size : Large

Socks Extreme Cold Weather Socks MVP Winter Supplement

Average Weight 0.12kg AFV Crew = 4 Average Weight 0.10kg AFV Crew = 2
In Service Date < Jan 1991 Mil Visitors = 0 In Service Date Jan 2011 Mil Visitors = 0
Scale CAT 1 = 4 Scale CAT 1 = 1
CAT 2 = 4 CAT 2 = 2
CAT 3 = 4 CAT 3 = 2

Additional information Additional information
100% waterproof, lined with merino wool
NSN : 8415-99-136-0634 to 136-0635 Anti-microbial.
Size : 5 to 13
NSN : 8415-99-726-3035 to 726-3038
Size : 3 to 14

Winter Supplement Face Mask Wristlets

Average Weight 0.04kg AFV Crew = 1 Average Weight 0.04kg AFV Crew = 1
In Service Date < Jan 1991 Mil Visitors = 0 In Service Date < Jan 1991 Mil Visitors = 0
Scale CAT 1 = 1 Scale CAT 1 = 1
CAT 2 = 1 CAT 2 = 1
CAT 3 = 1 CAT 3 = 1

Additional information Additional information

NSN : 8415-99-978-2182 NSN : 8440-99-130-7629
Size : N/A Size : N/A

Extreme Cold Weather Mittens (Inners) Extreme Cold Weather Mittens (Outers) Winter Supplement

Average Weight 0.32kg AFV Crew = 1 Average Weight 0.28kg AFV Crew = 1
In Service Date Aug 1995 Mil Visitors = 0 In Service Date Aug 1995 Mil Visitors = 0
Scale CAT 1 = 1 Scale CAT 1 = 1
CAT 2 = 1 CAT 2 = 1
CAT 3 = 1 CAT 3 = 1

Additional information Additional information

NSN : 8415-99-869-3504 to 869-3506 NSN : 8415-99-313-4693 to 313-4695
Size : Small to Large Size : Small to Large

Winter Supplement Thermal Jacket Thermal Trousers

Average Weight 0.78kg AFV Crew = 1 Average Weight 0.54kg AFV Crew = 1
In Service Date Feb 2003 Mil Visitors = 0 In Service Date Feb 2003 Mil Visitors = 0
Scale CAT 1 = 1 Scale CAT 1 = 1
CAT 2 = 1 CAT 2 = 1
CAT 3 = 1 CAT 3 = 1

Additional information Additional information

NSN : 8415-99-323-6713 to 323-6716 NSN : 8415-99-323-6717 to 323-6720
Size : Small to X Large Size : Small to X Large

Extreme Cold Weather Cap Wind Proof Trousers Winter Supplement

Average Weight 0.30kg AFV Crew = 1 Average Weight 0.68kg AFV Crew = 1
In Service Date Aug 1995 Mil Visitors = 0 In Service Date Sep 2009 Mil Visitors = 0
Scale CAT 1 = 1 Scale CAT 1 = 1
CAT 2 = 1 CAT 2 = 1
CAT 3 = 1 CAT 3 = 1

Additional information Additional information

NSN : 8415-99-423-1778 to 423-1780 NSN : 8415-99-667-4294 to 667-4305
Size : Small to Large Size : 70/80/96 to 90/104/120

DC Contacts

COS Contact Number emails
Customer Support Manager 9677 00675 DES DC-COS
Customer Support Officer (Army) 9679 83620 DES DC-CS-CSM
Customer Support Officer (RAF) 9679 83620 DES DC-CSTCSO Army
Customer Support Officer (RN) 9679 83622 DES DC-CSTCSO RAF
Assistant Customer Support Officer 9679 83623 DES DC-CSTCSO RN
Defects Customer Support Officer 94240 5777 DRS DC-CST-ACSO
9679 83627 DFS DC-TIM1a

Defect Reports

All Defect Reports are to be submitted in accordance with JSP 768.
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