USGI ALICE Pack Frame - Complete with Shoulder Straps and Waist Pad (LC-2)

Build or restore your classic load-bearing system with this complete USGI (U.S. Government Issue) ALICE (All-Purpose Lightweight Individual Carrying Equipment) Pack Frame. This LC-2 era set includes the iconic aluminum frame, padded shoulder straps, and padded waist pad, providing a fully functional and ergonomic suspension system. Designed to be the robust backbone for the ALICE Rucksack, this is an essential piece of authentic military equipment for collectors, reenactors, and outdoor enthusiasts who value a time-tested, durable pack platform.

Key Features & Design Elements

• Genuine USGI (U.S. Government Issue): This is an authentic military surplus item, produced under contract for the U.S. Armed Forces. The LC-2 designation indicates it's the second generation of the ALICE system, which was widely used from the Vietnam War through the 1990s.
• Complete Load-Bearing System: This offering is a complete set, including all three primary components needed to create a functional pack frame:
• Aluminum Frame: The rigid, lightweight aluminum frame provides the core structure. It's designed to transfer the pack's weight efficiently to the hips, a significant improvement over early rucksack designs. It also keeps the pack off the user's back, promoting ventilation.
• Padded Shoulder Straps: The LC-2 style shoulder straps are heavily padded and adjustable, designed for comfort when carrying heavy loads. They feature a quick-release system for emergency removal.
• Padded Waist Pad: The padded waist belt, or kidney pad, is a key ergonomic feature that secures the frame to the hips, taking a majority of the load off the shoulders and distributing it to the lower body.
• ALICE System Compatibility: The frame is the foundation for attaching various components, most notably the ALICE Large or Medium Rucksack main bag (not included). It features specific attachment points for the pack and other ALICE-compatible gear.
• Durable Construction: Made from high-strength aluminum for the frame and rugged nylon or canvas webbing and padding for the straps and waist pad. These materials were chosen for their ability to withstand the rigors of combat and extensive field use.
• Ergonomic Design: The frame's shape is contoured to the back, and the waist pad and shoulder straps work together to create a stable and comfortable carry, even with heavy, uneven loads.
• Load Capacity: The ALICE frame system is known for its ability to handle very heavy loads, making it a reliable choice for long-distance carrying of gear.

Condition: Used by our Troops in Good Condition, fully functional, may have some cosmetic wear and dirtiness, some buttons / clips may show deterioration, you may receive differing green colors of straps, waist pad, and frame, the waist pad may have either buckle or snap closure, Overall Good Condition.