First picture is a stock photo. Next 3 pictures are of the complete set you will receive. All pictures after these are stock to show features & functions.. Each piece is used but we checked it all over carefully and there are NO flaws of ANY kind. All closures function properly.
In 2004 mass production started on the ILBE Packs (Improved Load Bearing Equipment) to replace the heavier MOLLE Packs (Modular Light Load Carrying Equipment) and was specially designed for the US Marines to provide durable lightweight means of transporting clothing textiles and equipment. There are 2 Generations of this pack. The Gen. I pack has the black padding and features and the Gen. II pack has the coyote brown padding and features. Both were produced in the Digital Woodland MarPat (Marine Pattern).
The ILBE Pack is designed to carry a load of up to 120lbs but at the same time it distributes the weight so it is comfortable to wear. That is 106 L or 6500 cu. in. Total capacity with all components. The key features to the packs comfort is in it’s internal frame with 2 metal ribs on the outer sides and 2 larger spars in the middle. These spars are already shaped to fit most peoples backs but can be custom bent if need be.
Next the pack includes soft padding on both the hip bet and shoulder straps. With the wide hip belt it displaces the weight around your body with less pressure points. Both straps can be adjusted to custom fit your body and has a breast strap that can be raised or lowered to fit both men and women.
To keep the pack snug to your body you will find several compression straps along each side. These can be adjusted for different size loads and keeps your gear in place throughout your hike. Both sides of the pack also includes pockets which makes a nice rest when carrying longer items such as trek poles or holds extra water bottles. You will also find heavy duty zippers on both sides for access to your gear in the main compartment.
The back of the pack offers the ability to customize your pack with MOLLE accessories by using the MOLLE webbing and includes a compartment to help hold a hydration system or the ILBE Assault Pack which can be buckled down and tightened to keep in place. If you choose not to use the Hydration compartment or are strapping a larger MOLLE accessory to the back you can roll down this flap and snap it in place.
The main compartment is protected by a corded dust cover and can also be clipped closed. Opening up the main compartment you can see it provides storage to hold enough gear for a multi-day adventure. It provides the option to hold longer items or you can split it into to compartments with a center flap. With the zippers on both sides you are still able to access the bottom without pulling everything out from the top.
Details about the Main / Large Rucksack:
Made with Cordura 720 denier fabric
Large 4500 cu in. main sack
Designed to carry up to 120lbs
Zippered access to main pack on both sides
Shoulder straps, sternum strap,and hip belt adjust to fit you
Extra comfort and padding in both the shoulder straps and hip belt
Several compression straps - pulls the pack closer to your body for center gravity
A side pocket on each side
Main Pack NSN# 8465-01-515-8690
APB Ilbe Lid NSN# 8465-01-515-8643
APB03 Shoulder Strap Assembly NSN#8465-01-515-8647
APB03 Hipbelt Medium NSN# 8465-01-515-8615
Details about the Main Ruck Lid:
- The Lid holds 8L 500 cu. in capacity and is removable section of the pack and acts as a cover to the main rucksack, while featuring a head-facing zippered pouch for easy access to storage of smaller items such as headlamp, hat gloves etc.
- Features 3 rows of MOLLE webbing for additional attachment of pouches or gear
Details about the ILBE Assault Pack:
- 24 Liters, 1500 cu. in. capacity
- Day Pack size backpack intended to add additional space to the ILBE system, or ready to detach and carry independently on the go
- Shoulder Straps, sternum strap and light hip belt (tucks away if not needed)
- Outside is covered in generous MOLLE webbing rows for attachment of extra pouches and gear
- The inside features a compartment to house a hydration bladder, with a drink hose opening at the top
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