See the pics it is the one you will get Good Color no repairs no repairs needed Very Nice US Military WOODLAND Bivy Cover Goretex Sleeping Bag Cover Mint Excellent
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Woodland Camouflage Bivy Cover (NSN 8465-01-416-8517) is the critical outer shell of the U.S. Military Modular Sleep System (MSS). It is engineered to completely replace a tent, allowing soldiers to sleep directly on the ground in torrential rain, wind, or snow while staying fully dry and warm.
The technical specifications and unique field design features of this bivy cover include:
Premium Material & Physical Specs
- 3-Layer Gore-Tex Fabric: Manufactured by contractors like Tennier Industries and Tennessee Apparel Corp, it utilizes a durably waterproof, windproof, and vapor-permeable membrane. It stops outside moisture from getting in but allows your body heat's sweat vapor to escape, stopping frost buildup inside the bag.
- Dimensions: It features a tapered mummy-style shape measuring roughly 81 to 85 inches long, 34 to 36 inches wide at the shoulders, and 27 to 29 inches wide at the feet.
- Weight: It is exceptionally lightweight for its ruggedness, weighing between 1.9 and 2.5 pounds.
🛠️ Key Design & Tactical Features
- Heat-Sealed Seams: All internal seams are factory-taped and heat-sealed to guarantee maximum water-proofing and heat retention.
- Non-Locking 2-Way YKK Zippers: The heavy-duty dual sliders allow you to customize top or bottom ventilation. Because they are non-locking, they are self-repairing if jammed and allow a soldier to burst the bag open instantly during an emergency egress.
- Snap & Slide Integration: Built-in heavy metal snaps line the zipper flap. These snap directly into the Patrol Bag or Intermediate Bag, keeping the entire sleep system aligned so you don't get tangled up when twisting at night.
- Storm Flap & Hood: Features a wide outer storm flap secured by snaps to shield the zipper line from wind and rain. The generous mummy hood includes a drawcord and hook-and-loop Velcro tabs to close down tightly over your face.
⛺ How to Use It in the Field
- Standalone Warm Weather Shelter: In hot or wet environments (+50°F and up), you can skip the sleeping bags entirely and sleep inside just the bivy cover as a bug-free, ultra-lightweight, waterproof shelter.
- Survival Wet Bag: When on the move, soldiers often use the bivy as an emergency waterproof liner inside their main rucksack to keep clothing, electronics, and secondary gear dry during river crossings.