Description
This is a USGI FR level 4 Cold Weather Wind Jackets that were used within the US Army. The USGI L4 FR Cold Weather Wind Jacket is a part of the 4th generation Extreme Cold Weather Clothing System (ECWCS). Fire resistant clothing has become the norm for most of the US Military so it progressing to into cold/wet weather clothing was only a matter of time as threats from fires can be found in multiple environments and weather conditions. You can wear this lightweight jacket on top of other cold weather layers to help keep wind out. The jacket features a flame resistant material construction, a full length zipper and two zippered chest pockets and shoulder pockets with hook and loop flaps and hide away IR tabs. There are loop fields on the front for attaching name and rank patches. Also, the jacket is lightweight and easy to pack away, it is perfect for spring and fall weather and the weight makes it ideal for hiking and backpacking.
Features:
- Flame Resistant – Will not catch fire when exposed to flames. It will burn but it will not drip or catch fire.
- Exterior Hook and Loop Fields – There is hook and loop on the outside of the pouch for attaching ID and other patches.
- Full Length Zipper – Has a zipper going the full length or near full length of the item.
- Wind Resistant – This is wind resistant which means that it helps break the wind and keep the wearer warmer.
- Part Of ECWCS – This is part of the US Army Extended Cold Weather Clothing System that is used to protect the wearer from cold to extreme cold weather situations and environments. The system consists of 7 levels of clothing and various accessories that can be worn in multiple configurations. When worn properly in appropriate conditions the system is designed to keep Soldiers warm in temperatures from +40 degrees to -50 degrees Fahrenheit.
- ECWCS Level 4 – This layer consists of a wind resistant jacket that can be worn over the uniform top or ECWCS Levels 1-3. The jacket is wind and water resistant and acts as a low volume soft shell that can be worn under body armor. Jackets have a slight stretch to them to improve mobility and also help protect against blown sand.
Manufactured by:
- Various Government Contractors – This item is manufactured for the US government by various contractors.
Country of Manufacture: USA – This product is manufactured in the #1 country, the USA.
Issue Type: USGI – These are genuine US government issued items made to military specification (mil-spec).
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