Adopted in 1973, the All-Purpose Lightweight Individual Carrying Equipment (ALICE) was one of the earliest load-bearing systems that saw a significant increase in the amount of supplies that could be personally transported into the field. It was built as its own system to accommodate a lightweight kit in conjunction with a personal rucksack. The harness system featured a pistol belt, Y-harness, magazine, grenade, and canteen pouches. These durable nylon pouches were originally meant to carry just grenades, but are a perfect fit for three 30-round STANAG pattern magazines. With two side pockets and easy attachment through an eyelet strap, they remain useful even in isolation from the rest of the rig.
Specs
- Holds three 30-round STANAG pattern magazines
- Two standard ALICE clips on back
- Two side pockets
- Strap with eyelet
- Quick-release latch
- Durable, moisture-resistant nylon with plastic reinforcement
