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CO/PD 00-02G

23 February 2006

SUPERSEDES

CO/PD 00-02F

21 March 2005

PURCHASE DESCRIPTION

BODY ARMOR, MULTIPLE THREAT / INTERCEPTOR

This document is approved for use by all Departments and Agencies of the Department of Defense (DoD). Recommended improvements, simplifications, or reductions in paperwork are encouraged and should be directed to the preparing activity.

1. SCOPE

1.1 Scope. This purchase description provides for a multiple threat body armor system consisting of a base vest and modular components for tailoring protection levels to defeat multiple ballistic hazards across the battlefield continuum and manage armor weight. This specification delineates system, subsystem, component, and subcomponent level performance requirements to accomplish the end item body armor performance (see paragraph 6.1). Body armor, multiple threat is functionally integrated with Modular Lightweight Load Equipment

(MOLLE).

1.2 Classification. Body armor, multiple threat components; base vest assembly, yoke and collar assembly, throat protector assembly, groin protector assembly, deltoid & axillary protector assembly, small arms protective inserts (SAPI), and mock-up SAPI shall be one type in the following sizes. Body armor, multiple threat will be issued separately as three subsystems, as follows (see paragraph 6.2).

1) The Outer Tactical Vest (OTV) subsystem; consisting of the base vest assembly, yoke and collar assembly, throat protector assembly, and groin protector assembly components.

2) The SAPI subsystem; consisting of a set of SAPI, ISAPI or ESAPI in the same size as the OTV.

3) The Mock-Up SAPI subsystem; consisting of a set of plates corresponding to OTV size which simulate SAPI dimensions and weights for training purposes only.

Beneficial comments (recommendations, additions, deletions) and any pertinent data which May be used in improving this document should be addressed to: Defense Supply Center Philadelphia, ATTN: DSCP-COET- BLDG 6, 700 Robbins Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19111 by using the Standardization Improvement Proposal (DD Form 1426) appearing at the end of this document or by letter.

CO/PD 00-02G

COMPONENT SIZES

Base Vest Assembly 8 sizes; X-Small, Small, Medium, Large, X-Large, XX-Large, XXX-Large, XXXX-Large Yoke and Collar Assembly 8 sizes; X-Small, Small, Medium, Large, X-Large XX-Large, XXX-Large, XXXX-Large Throat Protector Assembly One size Groin Protector Assembly 2 sizes; X-Small to Medium, and Large to XXXX-Large Deltoid & Axillary Protector Assembly One size Small Arms Protective Plate 5 sizes; X-Small, Small, Medium, Large, X-Large

2. APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS

2.1 General. The documents listed in this section are specified in sections 3 and 4 of this performance requirement. This section does not include documents cited in other sections of this specification or recommended for additional information or as examples. While every effort has been made to ensure the completeness of this list, document users are cautioned that they must meet all specified requirements documents cited in sections 3 and 4 of this specification, whether or not they are listed.

2.2 Government documents.

2.2.1 Specifications, standards, and handbooks. The following specifications, standards, and handbooks form a part of this document to the extent specified herein. Unless otherwise specified, the issues of these documents are those listed in the issue of the Department of Defense Index of Specifications and Standards (DoDISS) and supplement thereto, cited in the Solicitation (see paragraph 6.2).

SPECIFICATIONS

DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE

MIL-DTL-32075 - Label: For Clothing, Equipage, and Tentage (General Use).

MIL-PRF-5038 - Tape, Textile and Webbing, Textile, Reinforcing Nylon MIL-L-63460 - Lubricant, Cleaner And Preservative For Weapons And Weapons Systems (Metric) CO/PD 00-03 - Small Arms Protective Inserts (SAPI) CO/PD 04-19 - Enhanced, Small Arms Protective Inserts (ESAPI) CO/PD 05-02 - Improved, Small Arms Protective Inserts (ISAPI) A-A-55301 - Webbing, Textile Textured or Multi-Filament A-A-55126 - Fastener Tape, Hook and Pile, Synthetic MIL-W-4088 - Webbing, Textile Woven Nylon MIL-C-43734 - Cloth, Duck, Textured Nylon MIL-STD-810 - Environmental Engineering Considerations And Laboratory Tests

(Unless otherwise indicated, copies of the above specifications, standards, and handbooks are available from the Standardization Document Order Desk, 700 Robbins Avenue, Building 4D, Philadelphia, PA 19111-5094).

2.2.2 Other Government documents, drawings, and publications. The following other Government documents, drawings, and publications form a part of this document to the extent specified herein.

Unless otherwise specified, the issues are those cited in the solicitation.

DRAWINGS

US Army Natick Research, Development and Engineering Center Drawing No. 2-1-1516 Woodland Pattern-48 inches Drawing No. 2-1-1516B Woodland Pattern-60 inches Drawing No. 2-1-2240 3 Color Desert Pattern 48 inches and 60 inches Drawing No.2-1-2519 Universal Camouflage Pattern 60 inches Drawing No. 2-1-2519-1 Universal Camouflage Desert Sand 500 Drawing No. 2-1-2519-2 Universal Camouflage Urban Gray 501 Drawing No. 2-1-2519-3 Universal Camouflage Foliage Green 502

MANUALS

TM 10-8400-203-23 General Repair Procedures for Individual Equipment;

Chapter 25, Maintenance of Interceptor Body Armor System (Copies of drawings, publications, and other Government documents required by contractors in connection with specific acquisition functions should be obtained from the contracting activity or as directed by the contracting activity.)

2.3 Non-government publications. The following documents forms a part of this document to the extent specified herein. Unless otherwise specified, the issues of the documents which are Department of Defense adopted are those listed in the issue of the DoDISS cited in the solicitation.

Unless otherwise specified, the issues of documents not listed in the DoDISS are the issues of the documents cited in the solicitation (see paragraph 6.2).

AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF TEXTILE CHEMISTS AND COLORISTS (AATCC)

AATCC METHOD 8 - Colorfastness to Crocking; AATCC Crockmeter Method AATCC METHOD 15 - Colorfastness to Perspiration AATCC METHOD 16 - Colorfastness to Light AATCC METHOD 22 - Water Repellency; Spray Test AATCC METHOD 61 - Colorfastness to Laundering, Home and Commercial: Accelerated AATCC METHOD 70 - Water Repellency: Tumble Jar Dynamic Absorption Test AATCC METHOD 96 - Dimensional Changes in Commercial Laundering of Woven and Knitted Fabrics Except Wool AATCC METHOD 118 - Oil Repellency: Hydrocarbon Resistance Test AATCC METHOD 119 - Color Change Due to Flat Abrasion (Frosting): Screen Wire Method AATCC METHOD 127 - Water Resistance: Hydrostatic Pressure Test AATCC Procedure 1 - Gray Scale For Color Change AATCC Procedure 2 - Gray Scale For Staining (Applications for copies should be addressed to the American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists, PO Box 12215, Research Triangle Park, NC 27709-2215).

AMERICAN SOCIETY FOR TESTING AND MATERIALS (ASTM)

ASTM D-204 - Sewing Threads ASTM D-1388 - Stiffness of Fabrics ASTM D-1683 - Failure in Sewn Seams of Woven Fabrics ASTM D-1693-97 - Standard Practice for Stitches and Seams ASTM D-1777 - Standard Method for Testing Thickness of Textile Materials ASTM D-3575 - Materials, Flexible Cellular, Made From Olefin Polymers ASTM D-3776 - Mass Per Unit Area (Weight) of Woven Fabric ASTM D-3884 - Abrasion Resistance of Textile Fabrics, (Rotary Platform, Double Head Method) ASTM D-3886 - Abrasion Resistance of Textile Fabrics, (Inflated Diaphragm) ASTM D-4485-99 - Standard Specification for Performance of Engine Oils ASTM D-5034 - Breaking Force and Elongation of Textile Fabrics (Grab Test) ASTM G21-90 - Test Methods for Evaluation of Effect of Fungi on Synthetic Polymeric Materials

(Applications for copies should be addressed to the American Society for Testing and Materials, 1916 Race St., Philadelphia, PA 19103-1187)

International Standard 110902- Measurement of thermal and water vapor resistance Under steady state conditions

2.4 Order of precedence. In the event of a conflict between the text of this document and the references cited herein, the text of this document takes precedence. Nothing in this document, however, supersedes applicable laws and regulations unless a specific exemption has been obtained.

3. REQUIREMENTS

3.1 First article. When specified (see paragraph 6.2), complete Body armor, multiple threat samples, representing full production quality, shall be subjected to first article inspection in accordance with 4.2.

3.2 Materials and components. The materials and components shall conform to applicable specifications, standards, and patterns required herein. Use of recycled material is encouraged when practical, provided the requirements of this specification are met.

3.3 Design. The Body armor, multiple threat model dismounted system is a modular vest protecting the upper torso from multiple ballistic threats which is easily configured to defeat predicted mission threat at a minimum system weight. The OTV subsystem (see 3.5) consists of 1. One base vest assembly made up of a camouflage outershell base vest carrier with a ballistic insert set made up of removable ballistic (back, right front and left front) inserts, 2. One yoke and collar assembly made up of a yoke and collar carrier with a ballistic insert set made up of removable ballistic (right and left) inserts, 3. One throat protector assembly made up of a throat protector carrier with a removable ballistic insert, and 4. One groin protector assembly made up of a groin protector carrier with a removable ballistic insert. 5. One deltoid & axillary protector assembly made up of a deltoid & axillary protector carrier with a ballistic insert set made up of removable ballistic inserts. Components are all attached to the OTV. The OTV provides protection from conventional fragmenting munitions and multiple hits from 9mm handgun rounds. The SAPI, ISAPI or ESAPI subsystem consists of a set of interchangeable, sized, and contoured plates inserted into front and back pockets on the OTV outershell carrier to provide vital organs protection against multi-hits of small arms rifle bullets and indirect fire flechettes. The Mock-up SAPI subsystem in accordance with CO/PD 00-03 consists of a set of plates which simulate SAPI dimensions and weight and are used in place of actual SAPI for training purposes only. Webbing hanger attachments on the front of the OTV outershell carrier accommodate limited load carrying compatible with MOLLE modular load bearing vest pockets. The variants of Body armor, multiple threat modular system configurations follow below (see 6.11). A Government baseline vest design is available. Recommended enhancements are encouraged to improve its operational effectiveness and manufacturability (see 4.4).

a) OTV base vest only; which does not include any of the yoke and collar, throat protector, groin protector, or SAPI, ISAPI or ESAPI modular components.

b) OTV base vest with one or more, or all of the modular components; yoke and collar, groin protector, throat protector, and/or one or two SAPI, ISAPI or ESAPI.

c) OTV base vest with none, some, or all modular components and limited load carriage using MOLLE pockets.

3.3.1 Patterns. The Government shall furnish patterns for the baseline design from which the contractor can use applicable parts to create cutting working patterns. Compliance with patterns is needed to meet interface requirements with fielded personnel combat equipment. The working patterns shall include the size, directional lines, placement marks, notches, and provided seam allowances. Baseline patterns require a 3/8” seam allowance +/-1/16” unless otherwise stated on patterns. Except for the ballistic panels, all the components of the vest shall be cut with a tolerance of +/- 1/16” in accordance with the pattern parts indicated except where changes or enhancement(s) to baseline are proposed. The ballistic panels shall be cut with a tolerance of -1/16”/+1/8” to ensure maximum protective area of coverage is achieved (see 4.4).

3.3.1.1 Base Vest and Components Carrier Outer Shell.

Item Nomenclature Computer Nomenclature Cut

1. Back Outer Shell BCK_OUT_SHL 1 Face Up

2. Front Outer Shell, Left FR_OUT_SHL_LF 1 Face Up

3. Front Outer Shell, Right FR_OUT_SHL_RF 1 Face Up

4. Flap, Front Closure, Outer FL_FR_CL_OU 1

5. Groin Back Shell GRN_BCK_SHL 1

6. Groin Front Shell GRN_FR_SHL 1

7. Under Collar Outer Shell UN_CL_OU-SH 2

8. Throat Protector, Front THR_PRT_FRT 1

9. Back Plate, Pocket, Flap BK_PL_PK_FL 1

10. Top Inner DAPS Underarm OTV-TPINR 1

11. Bottom Inner DAPS Underarm OTV-BTIN 1

12. Outer Piece DAPS Underarm OTV-OS 1

13. Outer Piece DAPS Bicep OTV-OS-BI 1

14. Top Inner Piece DAPS Bicep OTV-INRBIC 1 15 Bottom Liner Piece DAPS Bicep LOW_IN_SHELL 1

16. Tunnel Piece for DAPS Bicep DAPES-TUN 1

3.3.1.2 Base Vest Carrier Inner Lining.

Item Nomenclature Computer Nomenclature Cut

1. Back Inner Shell, Upper BK_IN_SH_UP 1 Face Up

2. Back Inner Shell, Lower BK_IN_SH_LW 1 Face Up

3. Front Inner Shell, Upper Left F_I_SH_UP_L 1 Face Up

4. Front Inner Shell, Upper Right F_I_SH_UP_R 1 Face Up

5. Front Inner Shell, Lower Left F_I_SH_LW_L 1 Face Up

6. Front Inner Shell, Lower Right F_I_SH_LW_R 1 Face Up

7. Collar, Yoke Outer COLLAR_YOKE OU 1 Face Up 8 Collar, Yoke Inner COLLAR YOKE IN 1 Face up 9 Front Flap Pocket FRT_PKT_FLP 1

3.3.1.3 Base Vest Carrier SAPI Pockets.

Item Nomenclature Computer Nomenclature Cut

1. Back Pocket (Plate) BK_PKT_PLT 1

2. Front Pocket Outer(Plate) FRT_PKT_PLT OU 1 3 Front Pocket Inner (Plate) FRT PKT PLT IN 1 4 Front Pocket Flap FLAP_POCKET 1

3.3.1.4 Top Collar.

Item Nomenclature Computer Nomenclature Cut

1. Top Collar Outer Shell Front TP_CL_OS_FR 2

2. Top Collar Outer Shell Back TP_CL_OS-BK 2

3. Throat Protector Back THR_PRT_BCK 2

3.3.1.5 Ballistic Panel Cover.

Item Nomenclature Computer Nomenclature Cut

1. Back Ballistic Cover Outer BCK_BLL_CVR OU 1 2 Back Ballistic Cover Inner BCK BLL CVR IN 1 3 Front Ballistic Cover Outer FRT_BLL_CVR OU 2 4 Front Ballistic Cover Inner FRT BLL CVR IN 2

3. Groin Ballistic Cover GR_BLL_CVR 2

4. Throat Ballistic Cover THR_BLL_CVR 2

5. Collar Ballistic Cover CLR_BLL_CVR 4

3.3.1.6 Ballistic Panel. (Number of cut Dependent on Proposed Material System)

Item Nomenclature Computer Nomenclature Cut

1. Back Ballistic, Wide BCK_BLL_WID

2. Back Ballistic, Narrow BCK_BLL_NRW

3. Front Ballistic, Wide FRT_BLL_WID

4. Front Ballistic, Narrow FRT_BLL_NRW

5. Inner Ballistic Collar, Narrow I_B_CLR_NRW

6. Inner Ballistic Collar, Wide I_B_CLR_WID

7. Groin Insert GROIN_INSERT

8. Collar Yoke Ballistic CLR_YOK_BLL

9. Throat Protector Ballistic THR_PRT_BLL

10. DAPS Underarm OTVBAL

11. DAPS Bicep BICEPT-BAL

3.3.1.7 Collar Yoke Foam.

Item Nomenclature Computer Nomenclature Cut

1. Collar, Yoke Foam CLR_YK_FOAM 1

Tempales

1 Front Closure Snaps Template SNAPS_TEMPLATE

3.3.1.8 Fastener Tape, Hook and Pile pieces are per pattern marking.

3.3.1.9 Webbing, 1”

Item Nomenclature Computer Nomenclature Cut

1. Shoulder Strap, Upper Arm SH_ST_UP-ARM 2

2. Shoulder Strap, Upper Neck SH_ST_UP_NK 2

3. Throat Protector, Upper Strap THR_PR_UP_ST 2

4. Throat Protector, Lower Strap THR_PR_LWR_ST 1

5. Groin Holder GROIN_HOLDR 2

6. Front Yoke, Strap FRT_YOK_STR 2

7. Back Yoke, Strap BCK_YOK_STR 2

8. Collar & Groin Lacing Webbing Loops Per pattern markings

9. MOLLE pocket webbing loops on Front of OTV * Per pattern markings

10. MOLLE pocket webbing loops on Back of OTV * Per pattern markings

11. Webbing loop/Side Adjustment straps (see note) 8 (4 front, 4 back)

*MOLLE POCKET WEBBING

Length, inches X-SMALL SMALL MEDIUM LARGE X-LARGE Adjustable Front 18.0 18.0 19.0 19.0 19.0 Fixed Back 6.5 6.5 8.0 8.0 8.0

Note: Front webbing ends inserted through the adjustment buckles shall be folded over two times, finishing 3/4 of an inch and bar tacked through all three plies to form a pull tab for ease of adjustment.

3.3.1.10 Webbing, 1 ½”.

Item Nomenclature Computer Nomenclature Cut

1. Shoulder Ballistic Panel Attachment SHOULDR_WEB 2

3.3.1.11 Tape, 3/4” Binding

Item Nomenclature Cut

1. Front Flap Per pattern marking

3.3.1.12 Tape, 1” Binding.

Item Nomenclature Computer Nomenclature Cut

1. Inside Side Retention Strap INS_RET_TAP 2

2. Collar Yoke Assembly Binding Per pattern marking

3.3.1.13 Webbing 2.0”.

1. Back Handle BACK_HANDLE 1

2. Front plate ejection strap FR_PL_EJ-ST 1

3. Front plate ejection strap guide FR_PL-EJ-ST-GU 1

3.3.1.14 Name/Rank Velcro Loop

Placement and size of velcro are as indicated in Figure 6.

3.4 Multiple Threat Body Armor System Performance Requirements. The following requirements apply to all components and subcomponents of the multiple threat body armor system in any of its potential configurations (see 6.11) in accordance with paragraph 3.3.

3.4.1 Functional Integration. All Body armor, multiple threat components shall be integrated for functional and physical interfaces for any Body armor, multiple threat system configuration. All components within a size shall be fully interchangeable with every other system of the same size (i.e. back ballistic panel will fit into any OTV outer shell back of same size) with no degradation of performance. Any configuration of Body armor, multiple threat in accordance with paragraph

3.3 shall be functionally integrated with any configuration of MOLLE (see 4.4).

3.4.2 Fungus Resistance. All components and parts of the body armor shall not support fungus growth. The visual grade rating shall be 0. All components shall neither support fungus growth nor experience damage due to the presence of fungus spores or adjacent fungus growth (see paragraph 4.5.6)

3.4.3 Individual Repairs. An overage of one (1) 1.0” self threading side friction adapters shall be included for each new vest to enable individual repair of broken hardware.

3.4.4 Use and Care Instruction. An instruction pamphlet will be furnished with each body armor system (see 6.10). The instruction pamphlet will be printed on a durable man made, synthetic paper capable of multiple time use under harsh field conditions. The pamphlet will be in black and white, 4 X 5 ½ inches, 27 Pages in length.

3.4.5 Camouflage. Table II outlines the camouflage for multi terrain environment; disruptive patterns and solids, for applicable components to reduce visual and infrared (both near and far IR) signature to an acceptable level (see 4.1).

TABLE II. Camouflage Shades

COMPONENT(S) OR

PART(S)

WOODLAND DESERT

UNIVERSAL

(1) Outer Shell:

Base Vest Collar Throat Protector Groin Protector Deltoid & Axillary Protector

4 Color Pattern:

Light Green 354 -ground shade Dark Green 355 Brown 356 Black 357

3 Color Pattern:

Light Tan 492 - ground shade Light Brown 493 Light Khaki 494

3 Color Pattern:

Desert Sand 503 – Ground Shade Foliage Green 502 Urban Gray 504

(2) Base Vest Inner Lining Camouflage Green 483

3 Color Pattern or Brown 356 or Tan 380 or Light Tan 492

Foliage Green 504

(3) Ballistic Panel Cover MiL-C-508

Camouflage Green 483 Brown 356 or Black 357 or

Foliage Green 504

(4) Webbing Binding Tape Hook & Loop Fastener Thread Labels

Camouflage Green 483

Light Green Olive 106

Light Tan 492

Foliage Green 504

(5) Hardware Buckles Snaps Eyelets/Grommets Side Opening Adjustment

Black*

Black*

Foliage Green* 504**

*Hardware with surface coloring that is not permanent and can rub or chip off must be covered to prevent unacceptable signature; e.g.; painted metal snaps.

**The snap fasteners shall have a black chemical finish, except that the button cap shell shall have a Foliage Green 504 enamel finish. The enamel shall be uniformly coated over the top surface of the shell including the visible portion of the edge. The enamel shall capable of withstanding attachment operations without removal of any enamel. The enamel coating shall be smooth and free of sags, runs, and streaks.

3.4.6 Infrared Reflectance. The infrared reflectance for finished components and subcomponents specified in 3.4.5 shall conform to the requirements specified in Tables III-A, B, C D& E initially and after laundering when tested as specified in 4.5.7. Acetal Hardware shall conform to infrared reflectance requirements in Table F.

TABLE III-A. Infrared Reflectance Requirements (percent) Woodland Camouflage

Wavelengths

Black 357

Lt Green 354

Dark Green 355 & Brown 356 Nanometers Max Min Max Min Max 600 - 8 20 3 9 620 - 8 20 3 9 640 - 8 20 3 9 660 - 8 20 3 12 680 - 10 30 3 14 700 20 18 50 5 28 720 30 22 54 7 44 740 33 30 56 12 52 760 33 35 58 18 56 780 34 40 62 26 56 800 34 55 80 34 56 820 35 55 80 42 60 840 35 55 82 44 60 860 35 60 82 44 60

TABLE III-B. Infrared Reflectance Requirements (percent) Desert Camouflage

LT Tan 492

Lt Brown 493

Lt Khaki 494 Nanometers Min Max Min Max Min Max 700 38 52 30 50 28 42 720 38 54 30 50 30 46 740 39 54 34 54 32 50 760 40 54 36 54 34 54 780 42 56 36 54 38 56 800 42 58 38 56 40 58 820 42 58 38 56 40 58 840 42 58 38 56 42 58 860 44 58 38 56 42 58

TABLE III-C. Infrared Reflectance Requirements (percent) CG 483 and Tan 380 Wavelength Camo Green 483 Tan 380

Nanometer Min Max Min Max 600 3 10 28 40 620 3 10 30 42 640 3 10 32 48 660 3 12 34 54 680 3 14 40 58 700 4 28 42 60 720 5 40 42 60 740 10 52 44 62 760 18 56 44 62 780 20 56 46 64 800 24 58 48 64 820 30 60 48 64 840 38 60 48 64 860 40 60 50 66

TABLE III-D. Infrared Reflectance Requirements (percent) Universal Camouflage

Desert Sand 500

Urban Gray 501

Foliage Green 502

Nanometers Min Max Min Max Min Max 600 28 40 12 26 8 18 620 30 42 14 26 8 18 640 34 48 14 28 8 20 660 38 56 14 30 10 26 680 44 60 18 34 10 26 700 46 66 24 38 12 28 720 48 68 26 42 16 30 740 48 72 30 46 16 30 760 50 74 32 48 18 32 780 54 76 34 48 18 34 800 54 76 34 50 20 36 820 54 76 36 54 22 38 840 56 78 38 54 24 40 860 56 78 40 56 26 42

Table III-E. Infrared Reflectance Requirements (percent) Foliage Green 504

Wavelengths Nanometers (nm)

Min Max

600 8 18 620 8 18 640 8 20 660 10 26 680 10 26 700 12 28 720 16 30 740 16 30 760 18 32 780 18 34 800 20 36 820 22 38 840 24 40 860 26 42

Table III-F Infrared spectral reflectance requirements for Foliage Green 504 Acetal Hardware

Wavelengths Nanometers (nm)

Min Max

600 8 18 620 8 18 640 8 18 660 10 26 680 10 26 700 12 28 720 20 36 740 26 40 760 30 52 780 32 56 800 32 60 820 34 60 840 36 60 860 36 60

3.4.7 Matching. The cloths shall match the standard (see 4.5.11).

3.4.8 Pattern Execution. The pattern of the finished Woodland, Desert Camouflage, or Universal Camouflage pattern cloth shall reproduce the standard sample with respect to design, colors, and registration of the respective areas. The pattern repeat of the woodland pattern and universal pattern shall be 27.25” +1.25/-2.50”,the pattern repeat of the desert pattern shall be 16.75” +1.25/-2.25” when tested as specified in 4.1. Solid shades shall demonstrate level dying uniformity. The pattern of the cloth shall match the pattern on the specified drawing for that camouflage, 2-1-1516, 2-1-2240, and 2- 1-2519

3.4.9 Colorfastness. The finished textile components shall meet the colorfastness requirements outlined in Table IV when tested as specified in 4.5 Table XII.

TABLE IV: Colorfastness Requirements - Woodland Camouflage

CHARACTERISTIC REQUIREMENT

Fastness to Laundering (3 Cycles)

Equal to or better than “3-4” rating on the AATCC Gray Scale for Color Change and Staining when compared to the unlaundered sample.

Fastness to Accelerated Laundering Black print only

Equal to or better than “3-4” rating on AATCC Gray Scale for Color Change when compared to the unlaundered sample.

Fastness to Light (After 40 hours)

Equal to or better than “3-4” rating on the AATCC Gray Scale for Color Change.

Fastness to Crocking Equal to or better than “3-4” rating on the AATCC Gray Scale for Staining.

Frosting Rating

Color Change.

Fastness to Perspiration

Color Change and Staining

3.4.9.1 Colorfastness Desert Camouflage The finished camouflage printed cloth shall show fastness to: light (after 40 AATCC standard fading hours or 170 Kilojoules); laundering (after 3 cycles); and perspiration (acid and alkaline). The colorfastness of the cloth shall be equal to or better than the standard sample, or equal to or better than a rating of “4” using the AATCC Gray Scale for Color Change and a rating of “3-4” using the AATCC Gray Scale for Staining for each of the colors. The finished cloth shall show fastness to crocking equal to or better than the standard sample or shall have an AATCC Chromatic Transference Scale Rating not lower than 4.0 for all the colors.

3.4.9.2 Colorfastness Universal Camouflage The printed finished cloth shall show fastness to laundering (after 3 cycles), light (after 40 standard fading hours or 170 kilojoules), and perspiration equal to or better than the standard sample or equal to or better than a rating of “good” or 3-4 of the AATCC Gray Scale for Color Change and Color Transfer for each of the pattern areas, except fastness to light shall be equal to or better than a rating of 3 for Color Change. The finished cloth shall show fastness to crocking equal to or better than the standard sample or shall have an AATCC Chromatic Transference Scale rating of not lower than 3.5 for all the pattern areas.

3.5 Outer Tactical Vest (OTV) subsystem. See paragraph 3.3 for OTV configuration. The maximum finished weight of the OTV subsystem components for each size is outlined in Table V-A when tested as specified in 4.5.4. The minimum area of ballistic coverage for each ballistic panel subcomponent in each size is outlined in Table V-B when tested as specified in 4.5.3. Finished base vest measurements for each size are outlined in Table V-C when tested as specified in 4.5.2.

TABLE V-A: Maximum Finished OTV Weights; Lbs.

Finished Component

X- Small

Small

Medium

Large

X- Large

2X

3X

4X Large

Base Vest Assembly:

Outer Base Vest Carrier & 3 Ballistic Panels

6.64

6.95

7.66

8.38

9.51

9.84

10.81

11.79

Yoke & Collar Assembly:

Carrier and 2 Panels

0.90

0.95

1.00

1.10

1.20

1.30

1.40

1.50

Throat Protector Assembly:

One Size Carrier and 1 Panel

0.25

Groin Protector Assembly:

2 Sizes; Carrier and 1 Panel

0.70

0.85

0.95

DAPS 5.50 5.50 5.50 5.50 5.50 5.50 5.50 5.50

Total System 13.99 14.35 15.11 16.08 17.31 17.74 18.91 19.89

TABLE V-B: Minimum Ballistic Panel Area; Sq. In.

Ballistic Panel X-Small Small Medium Large X- Large

2X Large

3X Large

4X Large

Wide Front Panel;

Ea.

170 180 196 221 246 268 288 325

Narrow Front Panel: Ea.

167 176 191 215 241 264 284 320

Wide Back Panel 261 278 314 356 400 448 492 525 Narrow Back Panel 253 269 303 345 388 440 484 518 Wide Collar; Ea. 25 26 27 28 30 31 32 33 Narrow Collar; Ea. 15 16 17 18 19 19 20 21 Yoke 101 104 110 115 121 100 111 119 Throat Panel 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 Groin Panel 69 69 69 85 85 85 85 85 DAP - underarm 125 125 125 125 125 125 125 125 DAP – upper arm 129 129 129 129 129 129 129 129

TABLE V-C: OTV Finished Measurements; Inches*

SIZE

CHEST

+/- ½”

CENTER FRONT

LENGTH

BACKWAIST

LENGTH

FRONT POCKET

Opening

-0/+ ¼”

BACK

POCKET1/

Opening

-0/+ ¼”

COLLAR

HEIGHT

- 1/16” +

1/8” X-Small 22 ¼ 17 17 13 9.0 2 ⅛ Small 23 ¼ 17 ¼ 17 ¼ 13 ½ 10 ½ 2 ⅛ Medium 24 ¼ 17 ¾ 17 ¾ 14 11 ¼ 2 ⅛ Large 26 ¼ 18 ½ 18 ½ 14¾ 12 2 ⅛ X-Large 28 ¼ 19 ¼ 19 ¼ 15 ½ 12 ¾ 2 ⅛ 2X-Large 30 ¼ 20 20 15 ½ 12 ¾ 2 ⅛ 3X-Large 32 ¼ 20 ¾ 20 ¾ 15 ½ 12 ¾ 2 ⅛ 4X-Large 34 ¼ 21 ½ 21 ½ 15 ½ 12 ¾ 2 ⅛

* See Para. 4.5.2 for measurement directions.

1/ The buttonhole opening pass through centered on the back of the pocket flap shall be a minimum of 1 ¼” wide.

3.5.1 Ballistic Protection Levels. The Body armor, multiple threat protection levels follow (see 4.1, 4.4, & 4.6):

a) OTV provides fragmentation protection from conventional fragmenting munitions (see paragraph 3.5.2.2).

b) OTV provides multi-hit handgun bullet protection for 9mm, 124 gr., Full Metal Jacket (FMJ) Remington projectile (see paragraph 3.5.2.3).

c) OTV and SAPI (see 3.7) together provide multi-hit small arms bullet protection from:

(1) NATO 7.62 x 51 mm M-80 Ball.

(2) Soviet 7.62 mm x 54 R Ball Type LPS

(3) U.S. 5.56 mm M855 Ball.

d) OTV and ISAPI (3.7) together provide multi-hit small arms bullet protection from

1) NATO 7.62 x 51 mm M-80 Ball.

(2) Soviet 7.62 mm x 54 R Ball Type LPS

(3) U.S. 5.56 mm M855 Ball.

(4) 7.62 x 39 mm API (Russian BZ and Chinese Type 56)

e) OTV and ESAPI (3.7) together provide multi-hit small arms bullet protection from

1) NATO 7.62 x 51 mm M-80 Ball.

(2) Soviet 7.62 mm x 54 R Ball Type LPS

(3) U.S. 5.56 mm M855 Ball.

(4) 7.62mm x 63 APM 2

3.5.2 Ballistic Performance. The OTV ballistic material system consists of an outershell, ballistic panel, and an outershell inner lining to accomplish the ballistic characteristics specified in paragraphs 3.5.2.2, 3.5.2.2.1, and 3.5.2.3 as tested in paragraph 4.6. After first article testing, an alternative simulant/shoot pack may be used for testing purposes (see 6.8).

3.5.2.1 Removable Ballistic Panel Subcomponent. Ballistic panels must be able to be inserted easily into OTV outershell carriers; collar assembly, throat protector and groin protector. The ballistic panels shall provide a means to prevent raveling and soiling, and to secure placement properly within the outershell carrier. The gap/ease between outershell carrier and panel shall be no greater than the ease allowed within the baseline patterns (see 4.5.1).

3.5.2.1.1 Ballistic filler. The ballistic filler weight shall not exceed 1.1 lb sq/ft with a maximum

0.30 inch thickness when tested as specified in 4.5.4 and 4.5.5. Except for ancillary components such as thread, the ballistic filler shall be made entirely of ballistic material. If ballistic filler is non-contiguous, it is required a minimum 1”, feathered overlap be achieved when fully extended during individual movements to maintain uniform ballistic protection.

3.5.2.1.2 Flexibility. The ballistic filler stiffness shall not exceed 225 cm-g when tested as specified in 4.6.6.

3.5.2.1.3 Abrasion Resistance. Any adjacent layers within the ballistic material system shall demonstrate abrasion resistance against each other for a minimum of 2,000 cycles with no broken surface characteristic or delamination of abraded area when tested as specified in 4.5 Table XII. This requirement applies to interfacing layers of a homogenous filler, any two adjacent layers of different materials if a hybrid filler is used and filler layer in contact with panel cover, etc.

3.5.2.2 OTV Fragmentation Protection. The ballistic material system (see 3.5.2) shall provide consistent ballistic performance. Table VI requires the minimum V50 values for base vest assembly and yoke and collar assembly at specified obliquity when tested with the Right Circular Cylinder (RCC) dry and wet (sea water).

Table VI specifies minimum ballistic performance that shall be maintained after conditioning to hot and cold temperature, accelerated aging and POL contamination. Testing is specified in 4.5. Any change in the OTV area of coverage must meet minimum casualty reduction potential of the approved system coverage (see 3.5, Table V-B) and V50 performance (see Table VI) stated herein. Any product improvements in the ballistic performance of the OTV base vest panels shall not reduce the ballistic performance of the Body armor, multiple threat system small arms protection of base vest and SAPI when tested as specified in SAPI performance requirements (see 2.2).

TABLE VI: Base Vest assembly, Groin and Throat Protector Assembly, Collar, Deltoid & Axillary Protector assembly Fragmentation Protection; Minimum V50

Fragment Projectile

V50 @ 0 degree DRY: ft/sec

V50 @ 0 degree WET: ft/sec

V50 @ 45 degree DRY: ft/sec

2 gr. RCC 2710 2575 2800 4 gr. RCC 2400 2300 2460 16 gr. RCC 2050 1920 2080 64 gr. RCC 1660 1610 1660 16 gr. RCC;

After hot and cold temperatures, accelerated aging After POL

N/A

N/A

3.5.2.2.1 Yoke Fragmentation Protection. Additional ballistic filler sandwiched in the yoke carrier of outershell and lining shall not exceed 0.40 lb./sq.ft (max.) and 0.10 inch thickness (max.). The minimum V50 is outlined in Table VII.

TABLE VII. Yoke Area Ballistic Performance; Minimum V50

Fragment Projectile

V50 @ 0 degree DRY: ft/sec

V50 @ 0 degree WET: ft/sec

V50 @ 45 degree DRY: ft/sec

2 gr. RCC 3080 3000 3350 4 gr. RCC 2700 2550 2800 16 gr. RCC 2280 2150 2330 64 gr. RCC 1800 1700 1900

3.5.2.3 Handgun Protection. The ballistic material system shall be engineered to provide handgun protection at no added weight to the fragmentation material system. Table VIII outlines the ballistic material system minimum dry V50, and V0 acceptance for the 9mm, 124 gr., FMJ Remington projectile against 3 hits at 0 degree obliquity and 2 hits at 30 degree obliquity with maximum deformation when tested as specified in 4.6. Desired 9mm performance is required at no added material weight.

TABLE VIII: Handgun Ballistic Characteristics Projectile - 9mm, 124 gr., FMJ Remington

V50 @ 0 degree;

ft/sec (min.)

V0 Acceptance;

@ 0 & 30 degree ft/sec

Deformation;

in (max.)

Required 1525 1400 +50/-0 1.73 Desired 1625 1500 +50/-0 1.73

3.5.3 OTV Outershell Subcomponents

3.5.3.1 Cloth. The cloth(s) utilized to fabricate the outer shell and inner shell shall be made from lightweight, durable, synthetic cloths meeting the characteristics outlined in Table IX when tested as specified in 4.5 Table XII. The collar material next to the skin shall be highly abrasion resistant, non-abrasive to skin, pliable to enable collar to roll down, resistant to oil penetration and dry rot and able to remove oils when cleaned. Collar material next to the skin shall be Mil-C-508, Oxford, Nylon, 3 oz Type I, Class 3. Ballistic panel cover should be 70 Denier 1.9 oz. Nylon Ripstop.

TABLE IX. Cloths: Outer Shell and Inner Lining Carrier

Characteristic Outershell Cloth Inner Shell Cloth Breaking Strength; lb. (min.)

Warp X Filling

360 X 270

300 X 225

Dimensional Stability; % (max.)

Warp X Filling

3.0 X 2.0

3.0 X 2.0

Abrasion Resistance: (min.)

Number of Cycles

Water Repellency:

Spray Rating (min) Initially After 1 Launderings

100,100,90 90,80,80

100,100,90 90,80,80

Hydrostatic Resistance: cm (min)

Initially and After 1 Launderings

After 1 Laundering and POL Contamination

After 1 Laundering and Insect Repellent Contamination

After 1 Laundering and Sweat Contamination

After Laundering and Sea Water Contamination

Dynamic Absorption: % (max.)

After 1 Laundering

Resistance to Organic Liquids (min)

No wetting of n-dodecane No wetting of n-dodecane

3.5.3.2 Webbing and Tapes. Webbings and tapes shall conform to the following requirements.

Webbings and tapes shall be heat cut smooth with no burrs or residual melt (see 4.3.1). Webbings and tapes must be producer dyed.

a) 1.0 inch; A-A-55301, Type III, textured yarn only except that the spectral reflectance requirements shall be in accordance with para. 3.5.3.2.1 when tested in accordance with Para 4.5.7

b) 1.5 inch; A-A-55301, Type VI except that Producer dyed, textured yarns shall be used. The thickness shall be .045 -.059; weight shall be .90 oz/yd min and breaking strength shall be 1,300 min.

c) 2.0 inch; MIL-W-4088, Type VIIIB, or MIL-W-17337 alternative, except that producer colored yarns continuous filament textured nylon shall be used. Yarn denier shall be 1000 warp and 500 fill;

thickness shall be .042 - .054; breaking strength 1,450 Lbs (Min); yarns per inch be 400; full warps ends shall be 160 and width binder ends shall be .38.

d) 1.0 inch Tape; MIL-PRF-5038, Type III, class 2, except that Producer dyed, continuous filament textured yarns shall be used. The thickness shall be .020 “- .030”; breaking strength shall be 300 lbs (min); warps yarns per inch shall be 84 and fill yarns shall be 33; warp and fill yarns shall be 500d and 210d respectively.

e) 0.75 inch Tape; MIL-PRF-5038, Type III, class 2 except that Producer dyed, continuous filament textured yarns shall be used. The thickness shall be .020 “- .030”; breaking strength shall be 200 lbs (min); warps yarns per inch shall be 63 and fill yarns shall be 33; warp and fill yarns shall be 500d and 210d respectively.

3.2.3.2..1 Spectral reflectance. The webbing shall meet the following spectral reflectance requirements:

Spectral Reflectance Requirements for Camouflage Green 483

Wavelength

(nm) Reflectance (%)

Min Max Wavelength

(nm) Reflectance (%)

Min Max 600 3 10 740 10 52 620 3 10 760 18 56 640 3 10 780 20 56 660 3 12 800 24 58 680 3 14 820 30 60 700 4 28 840 38 60 720 5 40 860 40 60

Spectral reflectance requirements reflectance values (percent) for Foliage Green 504

Nanometers (nm)

Min Max

600 8 18 620 8 18 640 8 20 660 10 26 680 10 26 700 12 28 720 16 30 740 16 30 760 18 32 780 18 34 800 20 36 820 22 38 840 24 40 860 26 42

3.5.3.3 Fasteners, Hook, and Loop. Hook and loop fasteners utilized on the OTV outershell carrier shall conform to A-A-55126, Type I, class 1, in 5/8”, 1.0”, 1 ½”, and 2.0” widths (see 4.3.1).

3.5.3.4 Foam. The foam (located within the yoke) shall be closed cell with the properties specified in Table X when tested as specified in ASTM D-3575 (see 4.3.1). The foam shall be sandwiched between the ballistic filler.

TABLE X. Foam Characteristics Characteristic Requirement Density Thickness

3.6 – 7.3 lb/cu.ft

0.125 inch

Compression Strength @ 25% deflection @ 50% deflection

10 psi 20 psi

Elongation at Break Tear Resistance Water Absorption of Surface

150% (min) 17 lb/inch (min)

0.04 lb/sq ft (max.)

3.5.3.5 Hardware.

3.5.3.5.1 Snap Fasteners. The snap fasteners shall be equal to or better than style 2, finish 2, hard action. The barrel size of the button and eyelet components shall be determined by the contractor. The size selected shall effect a secure clinch of the assembled materials. As an option, an eyelet-socket combination for the female snap fastener is permitted. The snaps shall have a uniform finish with a gloss which does not exceed 40. The color shall not degrade during repeated operation. The surface shall be smooth and free of sags, runs, and streaks (see 4.5).

3.5.3.5.2 Snap Fastener Reinforcement. Snap reinforcement that will not ravel is required on any single fabric layer application (see 4.5).

3.5.3.5.3 OTV Drainage. The OTV shall provide a durable means to allow water in the vest to drain out quickly and easily. Grommets/Eyelets/Washers will be securely clinched without splitting in a manner that will prevent detachment from or cutting of the adjacent material (see 4.5).

3.5.3.5.4 Side Opening Adjustment Hardware. The outer shell side exterior adjustment shall be friction adjustment that stays secure once positioned by the wearer yet easily adjustable by the wearer to open or close. The stitch in place friction adjustment shall be 1 inch and may be National Molding, part #5700 or equivalent. For individual field repair, one self-threading tension lock buckle, National Molding 1 inch, part #5564 or equivalent will be packaged and included for each vest (see 4.5).

3.5.3.6 OTV Construction. The exterior of the system shall be edge stitched approximately 1/8 inch from all edges EXCEPT any edge contacting the neck area of the individual (see 6.4). All stitching shall be back-tacked to prevent raveling and demonstrate good stitching quality with no loose ends, consistent stitches per inch, even tension with no loose needle or bobbin. Thread ends shall be trimmed to 0.25 inch max. Fabric edges shall not ravel. All thread shall have a minimum thread strength of 9.0

lb. (min.) when tested as specified in 4.7 Table XII except where noted differently. Hook and loop fasteners shall not be stitched in the selvage edge to prevent associated fraying durability problems in repeated use (see 4.5).

3.5.3.6.1 Seams. Outershell carrier perimeter outer seams shall provide a double peak seam strength, first at 165 lb/inch (min.) followed by 205 lb/inch (min.). All other seams shall provide minimum 100

lb. breaking strength. (see 6.4). Testing specified in 4.5 Table XII.

3.5.3.6.2 Bartacks. Bartacks shall be placed within 1/8” +/- 1/16” of heat cut edge. No stitch run-off is allowed and no needle cutting of bartack. Double bartacks (one on top of the other) will be avoided to prevent needle cutting and weakening of the attachment point. Bartack requirements are specified in Table XI when tested as specified in 4.5 Table XII (see 6.5).

TABLE XI. Bartack Characteristic

Stress Points;

All Cloth

Webbing Hangers:

Webbing and Cloth

Length; in 3/8” min 3/4 “ +/- 1/16” Holding Strength: lb. (min.) 60 250

3.5.3.6.2.1 Bartack Alignment for MOLLE Pocket Attachment. The required spacing of vertical bartacks is specified below which is needed for physical compatibility of MOLLE pocket attachment on OTV base vest.

a) Distance between vertical bartacks on horizontal webbing shall be 1 1/2” –0/+1/16”.

b) Distance between horizontal webbing shall be 1” -0/+1/8”.

c) Vertical bartacks on consecutive horizontal webbing rows shall be vertical aligned bottom to top in a vertical straight line.

3.5.3.6.3 Box X. Box X reinforcement, in accordance with the pattern sizes, shall utilize a thread with minimum 12 lb. breaking strength, and provide a minimum holding strength of 250 when tested as specified in 4.5 Table XII (see 6.6).

3.5.3.6.3.1 Drag Strap. The drag strap on the back of the OTV carrier (all sizes) shall have a peak strength not less than 400 lbf (increased strength is desirable) when tested in accordance with para 4.8.8

3.6 Size, Identification, and Instruction Label. Labels will be readable under low light conditions;

moonlight and red or blue filtered flashlight. The label shall be of sufficient strength to withstand repeated abrasion during field use and cleaning, and remain intact for a maximum of 15 years and include the following:

(a) The OTV base vest component and ballistic panel subcomponent shall have a combination size, identification, serial number, ballistic protection level and instruction label for the entire OTV system.

Chest Circumference for Base Vest Outershell Label

Size Chest Circumference

(Inches) X-Small 29-33 Small 33-37 Medium 37-41 Large 41-45 X-Large 45-49 2-XLarge 49-53 3X-Large 53-57 4X-Large 57-61

(b) The instruction label shall include do’s and don’ts for use and cleaning instructions, and Donning/doffing instructions for the entire OTV system.

(c) The instruction label shall be located on the inside of the back of the base vest. The size of the label l shall be 4.5 inches wide by 7.75 inches high. The type shall be no smaller than 10 point and shall be in accordance with MIL-DTL-32075, Type VI, Class 14. Color of Label shall be as specified in Table II, of Para 3.4.5. Contents of labels shall be as found in 6.10.

(d) The modular components; yoke and collar assembly, throat, groin protectors and ballistic panels are also to be labeled. Label size shall be at the option of the contractor governed by the contents and size of the characters of the inscription, space between lines, and as applicable blank margins on the sides of the labels. The contents of the labels shall be as found in 6.10. .

3.7 Small Arms Protective Inserts Subsystem. Shall conform to all performance specifications outlined in Personnel Armor, Small Arms, Ballistic Insert performance requirements (see paragraph 2.2).

3.7.1 SAPI Pocket. The OTV SAPI pockets shall ensure positioning of the bottom horizontal edge according to the Government patterns for proper organ coverage, and have enough ease to allow the

SAPI, ISAPI, ESAPI or the SAPI mock-ups to be easily and quickly inserted into and removed from the vest without struggle or force. The front pocket shall have a quick emergency ejection strap for the

SAPI.

4. VERIFICATION

4.1 Classification of Inspections. The inspection requirements specified herein are classified as outlined below. Unless otherwise specified, the contractor is responsible for the performance of all inspection requirements specified herein. The Government reserves the right to perform any of the inspections set forth where such inspections are deemed necessary to ensure the supplies conform to prescribed requirements.

a) First article inspection (see 4.2)

b) Conformance inspection (see 4.3)

4.1.1 Responsibility for compliance. All items shall meet all requirements of section 3 and 4 of this specification. The absence of any inspection requirements shall not relieve the contractor of the responsibility of ensuring that all products of supplies submitted to the government for acceptance shall comply with all requirements of the contract. Sampling inspection, as part of manufacturing operations, is an acceptable practice to ascertain conformance to requirements; however, this does not authorize submission of known defective material, either indicated or actual, nor does it commit the government to accept defective material. If there is a conflict between the stated requirements and the ANSI standard, the more restrictive requirement shall apply.

4.2 First Article Inspection. When a first article is required (see 6.2 & 6.7), it shall be examined for design (3.3), compatibility and interchangeability of components, inspection requirements in 4.5, ballistic data for all test conditions 4.6.1.2, data, certificate, or compliance for testing requirements in

4.6 and 4.7, and overall workmanship (see Table XII)..

4.3 Conformance Inspection. Conformance inspection shall be in accordance the Government’s acceptance of the contractor’s in-process and end item test plan and contract requirements for ballistic validation. Samples for conformance testing shall be selected in accordance with ANSI Z1.4.

Presence of any defect or failure of any test shall be cause for rejection of the lot. Quality assurance requirements are divided in four categories; testing, demonstration, inspection and analysis, as defined below.

4.3.1 Certificate of Compliance. When certificates of compliance are submitted, the Government reserves the right to inspect such items to determine the validity of the certification.

4.4. Demonstration Verification. The performance requirement is verified by observation and operation that the properties, characteristics and parameters of the item meet the functional requirements specified in applicable paragraphs of Section 3. Pass or fail criteria are simple accept or reject indications of functional performance since no quantitative values exist or are difficult to measure (see Table XII).

4.5 Requirements and Verifications. Table XII delineates performance requirements verified through visual methods, including physical measurements in order to determine that no deficiencies exist.

TABLE XII. Requirements and Verifications

CHARACTERISTIC

REQUIREMENT

PARAGRAPH

VERIFICATION

PARAGRAPH

FAT

For Initial Production

CONFORMANCE

Lot Inspection Design 3.3 4.4 X X Patterns 3.3.1 4.4 X X System Performance Requirements

3.4

4.4

Functional Integration 3.4.1 4.4 X X Fungus Resistance 3.4.2 4.5.6 X COC Individual Repair Kit 3.4.3 4.4 X X Use & Care Instruction 3.4.4 4.4 X X Camouflage 3.4.5 4.1 X X Infrared Reflectance 3.4.6, 3.5.3.2 4.5.7 X COC Matching 3.4.7 4.5.11 X COC Pattern Execution 3.4.8 4.1 X COC Colorfastness to: 3.4.9 4.1 Laundering: 3 Cycles 3.4.9 AATCC 61

OPTION IA

X COC

Accelerated Laundering 3.4.9 4.5.8 X COC Light 3.4.9 AATCC 16

OPTION A or E (Exposure shall be 40 hrs or 170 kilojoules)

X COC

Crocking 3.4.9 AATCC 8 X COC Frosting 3.4.9 AATCC 119;

EXCEPT IT SHALL

BE 300 CYCLES

X COC

Perspiration 3.4.9 AATCC 16; EXCEPT

BOTH ACID AND

ALKALINE TEST

SHALL BE

PERFORMED

X COC

OTV Area of Coverage Weight, and Finished Dimensions

3.5

4.5.2, 4.5.3, and 4.5.4

X

COC

Ballistic Protection Levels

3.5.1 4.1, 4.4, & 4.6 X X

Ballistic Performance 3.5.2 4.6 X X Removable Ballistic Panel Subcomponent

3.5.2.1

4.5.1

Ballistic Filler 3.5.2.1.1 4.5.4 & 4.5.5 X X Flexibility 3.5.2.1.2 4.6.6 X COC Ballistic Filler Abrasion Resistance

3.5.2.1.3 ASTM D-3886

(Footnote 1)

OTV Fragmentation Protection

3.5.2.2

4.6

Yoke Frag. Protection 3.5.2.2.1 4.6 X COC Handgun Protection 3.5.2.3 4.6 X COC OTV Outershell Subcomponents

3.5.3

4.1

Cloth 3.5.3.1 4.5 X COC Breaking Strength 3.5.3.1 ASTM TM 5034, G-E or G-T

X COC

Dimensional Stability 3.5.3.1 AATCC 96 Option 1C, A

X COC

Outershell Cloth Abrasion Resistance

3.5.3.1 ASTM TM D 3884

(Footnote 2)

X COC

Spray Rating:

Initial 1 Laundering

3.5.3.1

AATCC 22

4.5.10 & AATCC 22

X COC

Hydrostatic Resistance:

Initial After 1 Laundering After 1 Laundering and POL Contamination After 1 Laundering and Insect Repellent After 1 Laundering and Sweat Contamination After 1 Laundering and Sea Water Contamination

AATCC 127

4.5.9 & AATCC 22

4.5.10 & AATCC 22

Dynamic Absorption:

4.5.10 & AATCC 70

Resistance to Organic Liquids:

Initial

AATCC 118

4.5.10 & AATCC 118

Webbings and Tapes 3.5.3.2 4.3.1 COC COC Fasteners, Hook and Loop

3.5.3.3 4.3.1 COC COC

Foam 3.5.3.4 4.3.1 COC COC Hardware 3.5.3.5 4.5 X COC Snap Fasteners 3.5.3.5.1 4.3.1 & 4.5.1 X COC Snap Reinforcement 3.5.3.5.2 4.5.1 X COC OTV Drainage 3.5.3.5.3 4.5.1 X X Side Opening Adjustment Hardware

3.5.3.5.4

4.3.1 & 4.5.1

OTV Construction 3.5.3.6 4.3.1 & 4.5.1 X X Thread Strength 3.5.3.6 ASTM D 204 X COC Seam Strength 3.5.3.6.1 ASTM D 1683

(Footnote 3)

X COC

Seams 3.5.3.6.1 4.4 X COC Bartacks 3.5.3.6.2 4.5.1 X X Dragstrap 3.5.3.6.3.1 4.8.8 X CO Bartack Alignment for MOLLE Pocket Attachment

3.5.3.6.2.1 4.5.1 & 4.5.2 X X

Box X 3.5.3.6.3 4.5.1 X X Labels 3.6 4.5.1 X X SAPI Subsystem 3.7 4.4 X COC SAPI Pocket 3.7.1 4.4, 4.5.2.2 X X

Footnotes:

1) Inflate diaphragm to 4.0 psi with a 5 lb. load in a multi-directional setting. Material with most surface texture will be mounted on upper flat surfaced mount. Materials face or back surface orientation will be the same as in ballistic filler layering. A failure shall be any break in the abraded surface compared to initial.

2) H-18 abrasive wheel with 1000 gm load shall be used. A hole shall be defined as the wear through of one (1) warp and one (1) filling yarn at the same location.

3) Test Specimen from manufactured item except the specimen shall be 4” x 6” at 3” gage length with seam or Box X centered between the jaw.

4.5.1 End Item visual examination. The end items shall be examined for the defects listed below. The lot size shall be expressed in units of vests or the individual components (when component is purchased separately) . The sample unit shall be one completely fabricated vest or individual component.

END ITEM VISUAL DEFECTS

EXAMINE DEFECT CLASSIFICATION

MAJOR MINOR

Cloth Any hole (except drill hole), cut or tear. 101 Any exposed drill hole.