What is Level 7 ECWCS?
ECWCS Gen III Level 7 is a third-generation Extreme Cold Weather Clothing System (ECWCS), a 3-generation Extreme Cold Weather Clothing Kit, currently available for US Army personnel.
What is a level 7 parka?
The Wild Things Gen III Level VII Parka is a soft shell insulation layer that makes up the outermost layer of protection of the Gen III Extreme Cold Weather System (ECWS) adopted by the U.S. Army. Together with the Gen III Level VII Trousers, the parka is designed for use during extreme cold, dry conditions.
How do you wear Ecwcs Gen 3?
The ECWCS GEN III can be ventilated in order to release unneeded heat and allow moisture to escape. Base layer (Figure 1) are those adjacent to your body and should be worn comfortably loose. The main purpose of these garments is to wick excess moisture away from your body.
What are ECWCS trousers?
The GEN III ECWCS Extreme Cold Weather Trousers are designed for use during static operations in extreme cold, dry conditions. Constructed with an outer shell fabric that has a water resistant finish and with PrimaLoft Sport Thermal bonded high-loft insulation, Level VII is highly durable and breathable.
Are ECWCS level 7 Parka&trousers worth it?
That said, the ECWCS Level 7 Parka & Trousers are still tough enough for US Military soldiers in extreme cold combat settings. So it’s still an excellent item for your bug out bag that should last if well cared for.
Why choose level 7 Parka and trousers?
It makes being outdoors at sub-zero temperatures or colder easy and enjoyable, even for individuals that get cold easily. As you’ve probably realized weight is such an important factor with your bug out bag, so we really appreciate the incredibly light weight and compressibility of the Level 7 Parka and Trousers.
What is the extended cold weather clothing system (ECWCS)?
Current US military soldiers are fitted with a 7 Level system called “Extended Cold Weather Clothing System” or ECWCS. ECWCS covers a broad climate spectrum between -40°C to +15°C. As the 3rd iteration of the system it’s aptly named “GEN III ECWCS.” We’ll begin by briefly covering all 7 levels: