Personal Load Carrying Equipment ( PLCE ) is one of several current tactical woven systems of the British Armed Forces. Depending on the design year, and the introductory decade, the webbing system is set up, and is often referred to, either as the 85 Pattern 90 or 95 Pattern webbing.
The basic configuration consists of a belt, shoulder straps and a number of individual pockets. Associated with the PLCE webbing system is a series of other similar load carrying equipment, individual items and backpacks produced from the same material and high interoperability features.
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Destination
The purpose of the PLCE webbing system is to maintain the means that can be used by British troops for 48 hours or perform mission-specific tasks. Components and components may include ammunition and additional weapons, triple blower, bayonet, food and water (including water heating and food preparation equipment), Chemistry, Biology, Radiology and Nuclear (CBRN)) > protective clothing and communications equipment. Soldiers will also often carry other personal items such as waterproof clothing and stocking socks.
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History
The PLCE wicker system has replaced woven Type 58 Patterns, the Olive drab (OD/OG)]] in color and made of canvas material. This system, after being introduced to troops in 1960, and deemed outdated in 1980, was still part of the standard equipment of the British Armed Forces during the Falklands War in 1982.
To address common problems associated with canvas materials, such as shrinkage and acceleration of decomposition in wet climatic conditions, arctic climate conditions, or constant exposure to wet terrain, the military load bearing system, beyond use by the British Armed Forces, has been revised to include or manufactured newer and harder materials.
During the Vietnam War, the United States Armed Forces introduced and repaired M-1967 Modern-Load-Carrying Equipment (MLCE) in 1968, and then All-purpose Lightweight Individual Carrying Equipment (ALICE) in 1974. Both systems incorporate synthetic fabrics that do not decompose and are manufactured from highly durable nylon materials.
Following these influential instructions, and reconsidering the development and renewal of the military burden bearing system worldwide, the British developed 72 Type Pattern webbing, which consists mainly of two ammunition pockets, for front use, and field packages, to be used in parts rear, manufactured from polyurethane-coated nylon and butyl rubber. This system was never generally issued, but was a Troop Test Equipment.
The National People's Army ( Nationale Volksarmee ) of the German Democratic Republic designs and introduces Uniformtrageversuch 85-90 (UTV 85-90), resembles, with the exception of system clothing, modified duplicates of woven Type 58 British Patterns, inheriting features that are very similar in appearance and function. The shoulder harness has an identical design, the belt uses an identical buckle feature, and Type 58 Pattern C-hook has been incorporated into all components. Complementary items, such as pockets, have been changed in design and size, to meet the requirements of the Warsaw Pact. Woven systems and components are made of stronger Nylon material, and feature a Strichtarn camouflage pattern. While this final fix was observed by the British Armed Forces, and found to be an insult, especially against the British Army of the Rhine (BAOR), no further consideration has been made, as prototype PLCE equipment testing has taken place.
85 Pattern
The developments continued with the development of firearm weapons and the introduction of the SA80 family from small British weapons. Experimental Experimental PLCE Woven and Combat Body Armor (CBA)] was performed with selected units in 1984 and 1985. Being very similar to the first standard PLCE webbing system problem, it used exclusive design snaps for closure on all pockets.
90 Pattern
Seven years after the Falklands Conflict, the first standard problem of PLCE webbing was introduced in 1989, it was a Webbing type 90 Pattern and colored Olive (OD/OG).
The original component uses Type 58 Pattern C-hooks for belts, and the D-rings are tilted for the shoulder attachment harness on the ammunition pouch. There are separate left and right pockets. The first utility pouch in production, has an additional belt for high mounting, similar to an ammunition pouch from 1937 Pattern Web Equipment or 44 Patterns of Webbing Patterns. Later produced PLCE webbing of Type 90 Pattern that incorporates ambidextrous yup fittings and standard PLCE webbing belt attachments (see below).
The PLCE webbing system was also adopted by the Danish Defense Force ( Forsvaret ) in the M84 camouflage pattern and by the Irish Defense Force ( ÃÆ'â € Å"glaigh na hÃÆ'â € ireann ) at tedious Olive. The Permanent and Reserve Defense forces now use the Integrated Protection and Transport System (IPLCS, Integrated Protection and Load Carrying System).
Many other countries are still issuing, or have issued a similar load bearing system. For example, in the introductory year for troops, the United States Armed Forces has adopted the Individual Integrated Fighting System (IIFS).
The latest variant of the PLCE webbing system, of the Type 90 Pattern, has been produced since 1992 and features a Pattern of Disturbing Pattern camouflage (DPM) as an integral feature of the now outdated Soldier Warrior 95 ("Soldier 95") clothing system. The official appointment remains unchanged.
95 Pattern
With the introduction of the Combat Soldier 95 (CS95 or "Soldier 95") clothing system in 1995, a common misconception emerged that a complete revision of the PLCE Type 90 Plumbing system was in progress.
The clothing system underwent a final development and entered into a troop test between 1992 and 1995. Garments were specially produced for this trial, but the PLCE webbing system was issued, formally fixed from the Type 90 Pattern.
Due to confusion, or for convenience, the individual components of the plaiting system, now, in 1995, were not officially defined, described, and defined as Type 95 Pattern webbing, as already widely understood as part of the Combat clothing system Soldier 95. No official alteration change took place.
The only arrangement of the PLCE component that can be considered an unofficial Type 95 Pattern, is the component produced during or after 1995.
Construction
The PLCE webbing system is manufactured from a 1000 Denier 1000-cylinder Nylon Cordier Nylon, which is durable and uses a hard fabric. The same olive fabric ("1000 D") is being incorporated, along with various hard plastic fasteners (ITW Nexus), hook and loop fasteners and anti-magnetic stud fasteners ("Pull Dot").
Pockets opened and closed with a Spanish Tab fasteners, they can be closed in two different ways, quick or safe release. A small piece of Velcro, sewn on the inside of the pouch lid, and the front of the top of the bag, allows easy and easy binding. Added strip damper allows to cover it when not needed.
A standard ammunition bag as issued ("Pouch, Ammunition, Universal, DPM, IRR.") Has two pockets; single pocket versions ("Pouch, Ammunition (Other Weapon), DPM, IRR.") are available for those who do not need to carry as much ammunition as possible. The pouch intended for storing ammunition initially contains a divider strip to hold two magazines in a separate compartment and remove toys. Several soldiers, especially infantry soldiers, often stripped off the strip for ease of loading and removing magazines. They also found that three magazines would then fit comfortably and without excessive noise, giving a total capacity of twelve magazines per person in standard battle configurations. Then take out a bag of ammunition produced without a divider, because eight magazines are not considered enough for a continuing battle with the enemy. Without a divider, each bag can now alternatively contain one grenade.
The Infrared (or Resistant) (IRR) Infrared (IRR) Inlay Coating is applied and incorporated into all the fabrics and webbing of the PLCE webbing system, which reduces its heat signature on the natural leaf, when viewed through an infrared night vision system.
Order of Clothing
The Infantry Trials and Development Unit (ITDU) based in Warminster, tested the PLCE webbing system. It has decided for the system to fit its purpose, and divides the system into three clothing orders:
- Assault Order.
Assault Assault consists of the essentials necessary to perform military duties in war theater. Ammunition, water bottles, burners, bayonets, helmets, and protective clothing CBRN (stored in one of the removable side bags of backpacks) shall be carried on operations and patrols only for a short duration.
- Order of Battle.
The Combat Order is an Assault Order in addition to a ration storage facility and personal equipment, which allows the British army to live and fight for a period of 24 hours. A second-sided pocket of the backpack is now carried. In practice, patrol packages are used by many individual units and armies rather than side pockets, as they will be found larger in size and more comfortable.
- Standing Orders.
The Marching Order is a Combat Order in addition to carrying a backpack (Bergen) and is the battle load required for operations up to two weeks duration, with no means of supply, except for ammunition, rations and water. The complete Bergen (with an enclosed side pocket) is being done.
Configuration
The initial basis of the PLCE woven system is a belt; it features two D-rings in the back to attach to the shoulder of the armor, and many lines of narrow vertical slots are sewn onto the fabric. Two or more front pockets (ammunition or utility) are attached to the belt; it has a belt loop and a plastic tab T-Bar attachment feature to provide more stability and security when connected to the belt. Each major component of the PLCE webbing system has two T-Bar plastic tab attachments.
The six point shoulder harness is attached to two D rings on the belt and two A-rings on each selected front pocket. It benefits the weight distribution and allows it to carry more comfortably, than is provided with the use of four point shoulder harness. Pockets that should be worn on the back (field package, utility, water bottle, respirator, wire cutter, scoop) attach to the belt using the same loop and tab system.
The removable side pockets of Bergen ( Pouch, Side, Rucksack, DPM, IRR. ) can be attached to special shoulder straps ( Yoke, Pouch Side, Rucksack, DPM, IRR. >) to create a daily sack.
Scaling
In 1997, Defense & amp; The Textile Body ( DCTA ) has determined that the Type 90 Pattern (Infantry) of the equipment has to be scaled and released in the following capacity.
- 01. 1x Carrier, Entrenching Tool.
- 02. 2x Pouch Side, Rucksack.
- 03. 1x Carrier, Water Cafeteria.
- 04. 2x Pouch, Ammunition, Universal.
- 05. 1x Pouch, Utility.
- 06. 1x Haversack, Respirator.
- 07. 1x Yoke, Play.
- 08. 1x Yoke, Pouch Side, Rucksack.
- 09. Strap 2x, Side Pouch, Yoke.
- 10. 1x Belt, Waist (appropriate size).
- 11. 2x Strap, Utility, O/D, IRR.
- 12. 1x Bayonet, Frog, DPM, IRR.
- 13. 1x Rucksack (Infantry) (the appropriate size).
- 14. 1x Bag, Insertion, Backpacks.
- 15. 2x Bag, Insertion, Pouch, Side, Backpacks.
- 16. 1x Bag, Transparent, PLCE, Rucksack.
- 17. 2x Bag, Transparent, PLCE, Pouch, Side, Rucksack.
The current standard problem solving, depending on the service branch, is converted to two front pocket capacity ( Pouch, Ammunition, Universal, DPM, IRR. ) instead of one. For this, a private bottle of water is purchased or a utility bag and hip pads are often added. The burning tool grip ( Carrier, Storage Box, DPM, IRR. ) is sometimes used as an alternative water bottle pouch.
Multi Terrain Pattern (MTP) PLCE replaces all PLCE Disruptive Pattern Materials (DPM) as the core that removes plaiting equipment for British Armed Forces, the program started in 2015.
Components
The new standard edition equipment ( Vest, Mans, General Purpose Ops.) Is designed to carry important items on a safer platform than the original PLCE wicker system.
It consists of a distinctive vest design, tied with three clips of Nexus ITW. Two triple ammunition bags are located on the left side of the mantle, along with a utility bag, small utility pouch and zipper pocket with internal sheath. The right side is similar but with three large pockets, along with a small utility pouch and longer zipper pocket with a notepad holder. All pockets open and close to the ITW Nexus clip and have a storm seal.
The vest is adjusted through four ladderlock and woven fasteners, the shoulder is adjusted to the Velcro material. The concept is to get a safe load carrier system that suits the body armor comfortably. There are various types of these vests depending on the year of manufacture. The original is as described above but the newer model has a loop on the left side for the katonet, a clip for a large hydration bag, a name patch on the left side, and a small utility bag. Recently, the Spanish tab fasteners are being merged again, not the Nexus ITW clip.
Standard issue attack vests, depending on operational requirements, are available in camouflage Pattern Pattern ( DPM ), or Desert DPM camouflage pattern ('' DDPM ''). Commercial variants are available in various colors, such as Black, Green, or Desert American Desert camouflage patterns ( DCU ).
Criticism
The main criticism of the PLCE bundling system among the members of the British Armed Forces, is that it tends to slip. Some soldiers chose to replace the plastic buckle for the Roll-Pin type, where the belt is threaded and fastened each time it is worn.
Future
Most other countries are developing, or have developed more modular load bearing systems, such as Modular Lightweight Load-carrying Equipment ( MOLLE ) which is widely used by most branches of the United States Armed Forces. After these major improvements, the Pair Attachment Ladder System ( PALS ) has been incorporated into the Osprey Body Armor (OBA platform), which is currently being issued to British troops in operations across world.
Further international developments of influences and interests include the Infanterist platform der Zukunft ( IdZ ), Fantassin ÃÆ' ÃÆ' ÃÆ' â € ° â € ° Lia Lia Lia Lia Lia Lia Lia Lia Lia Lia Lia Lia Lia Lia, Norwegian Modular Arctic Network Platform ( NORMANS ) platform, and Future Infantry Soldier As the System Platform ( F-INSAS ), which is planned to be filled by Indian Armed Forces in 2020. There are no sophisticated plans from the British Army Future program announced by the Department of Defense (MoD ).
In 2015, Personal Protective Tools and Freight Transport Systems ( VIRTUS ), this is now a problem for high readiness units.
Due to the constant recognition and upgrading of protective equipment, such as Osprey Body Armor (OBA ), the PLCE webbing system is not compatible so Osprey Mk 4 has a MOLLE belt and under the Yoke armor to allow the Osprey bag to be used as a belt piece.
After its first introduction in 1989, the PLCE in its MTP form is currently still the UK's core plaiting equipment compatible with ECBA armor and Mk 6 and 7 helmets, with Osprey expelled for non-deployed infantry, leaving Virtus issued to deployed Infantry Commando and Parachute Units
External links
- PLCE on the Encyclopedia of 'Army Rumor Service'
See also
- Battaleur 90, South Africa Equivalent
- The Niemoller combat jacket, South African battle vest
- List of webbing tools
Source of the article : Wikipedia
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