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Thread: Pattern 83 webbing - load out?
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22-11-2021, 19:53 #11
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22-11-2021, 20:41 #12
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Re: Pattern 83 webbing - load out?
How does one upload a pdf? I have a copy of the official sadf training manual.
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22-11-2021, 21:10 #13
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22-11-2021, 22:18 #14
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Re: Pattern 83 webbing - load out?
Some good info, thanks. Cripes, 12 x 35rd + 50rd = 470 rounds! Would that have been for each section member?
I thought that I'd include some pictures of the equipment I have so that any variations that may be present can be identified. I'll start off with the jacket itself which, according to what I can tell from the manual, is standard issue:
Following on from that, is the chest rig, which also appears from what I can tell, to be standard:
Penultimately, I'm hoping someone's able to please confirm what this is - is it para specific webbing called "Bateleur"? If so, what are the zip up pouches on the shoulder straps for? Looks like they could fit a field dressing?
And finally, pictures of the "grootsak" itself:
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23-11-2021, 21:13 #15
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Re: Pattern 83 webbing - load out?
Indeed everyone carried 1 field dressing (bomverband) somewhere in the webbing. Usually in one of the "granade pouches".
The bag with "H frame" came from the factory with only 2 wide cross straps (one at the bottom, being part of the waist strap) and one higher up (visible in pic).
The narrow strapping was added by the users to increase the load-bearing surface, hence make it more comfy to carry with heavy loads. The pack usually weighed from 35 to 60kg, depending on mission or exercise needs.
Interesting piece of kit behind the bag there...
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23-11-2021, 21:40 #16
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Re: Pattern 83 webbing - load out?
Is NZ one of those countries where you are allowed to take your work home with you? .... reminds me of those Israeli babes with their issue rifles in the night clubs.
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23-11-2021, 22:04 #17
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24-11-2021, 07:36 #18
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Re: Pattern 83 webbing - load out?
In addition to all the other kit carried in the battle jacket we used to carry 2 x 60mm HE for the Patmor hooked onto the loops on the shoulder straps.
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24-11-2021, 07:54 #19
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Re: Pattern 83 webbing - load out?
Nope. The bomb bandage pocket in the front of your pants on the RHS.
We were privileged to have combat medics in immediate attendance (even on the small teams).
The bag with "H frame" came from the factory with only 2 wide cross straps (one at the bottom, being part of the waist strap) and one higher up (visible in pic)."Always remember to pillage before you burn"
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24-11-2021, 07:55 #20
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