STANDARD
ISSUE (782 GEAR) The
standard issue of 782 gear is divided into three categories: fighting load-carrying
equipment, bivouac equipment, and protective equipment. Normally, this
equipment is issued to you on a full-time basis whether you are in a combat
area or in the United States for training.
The
standard issue of 782 gear items is listed below.
1. Pistol
belt
2.
Pack combat medium
3.
Suspenders
4.
Two ammo pouches
5.
Canteen cover, canteen, and canteen cup
6.
First-aid packet*
7.
Entrenching tool and cover
8.
Poncho
9.
Shelter half with one tent pole, five tent pins, and guy line
10. Mess
kit with knife, fork and spoon
11.
Bayonet or K-Bar*
12.
Kevlar helmet
13.
Camouflage cover
14.
Hat and mosquito net
*These
items may or may not be issued.
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