[InfoDump Needed] Modern German Infantry Load Out
 

Yes, yes, I'm a GearHedd.
I'm trying to find an itemised list of what the modern German infantryman carries into combat, including uniform items and accessories. I've turne dup zilch on the net.

Does anyone know of a source?

Well, as an ex Australian infantryman, I can say it's almost always different. Of course there's the base uniform, boots, webbing and weapon, but after that it's pretty much up to the mission requirements and desires of the commanders.
It also comes down to the skills and abilities of individual soldiers somewhat - a soldier who consistantly scores well on the rifle range might find themselves issued with a night sight for their weapon, while one six foot tall and the same across the shoulders is likely to end up with a lot more than the scrawny five foot weed assigned as section (squad) scout.

Yep, but I need a list of uniform articles, webbing gear and so on.

I believe one of the later Challenge magazines had an article like that. I'll phone my friend tonight, he has all of them. At least I can find out the issue number or if my mind is playing tricks on me.

did you try this one ?
 

haben Sie dieses Seit versucht mein Herr ?

http://images.google.co.uk/imgres?im...a%3DN%26um%3D1

Great pics, but no lists . . .

Do you have that Challenge article Chalkie or do you need more up to date information? If you do not have the article would you like it?

I'm not sure, all my stuff is up stairs in storage. I'm pretty sure I don't have it, although I have the armour one for the US :rolleyes:

If you PM me your email address I'll send you the article tonight.

Modern German Infanry Loadout
 

Here is what I have, it is no way complete, I hope this helps?

1x Beret, Moss Green
1x Infantry Cap Badge
1x Gefechtshelm Schuberth B826 (a Personnel Armor System for Ground Troops type helmet) w/ Flecktarn Helmet Cover
1x Flecktarn Camouflage Parka
1x Flecktarn Shirt
1x Flecktarn Camouflage Field Cap
1x Flecktarn Camouflage Field Trousers w/ Olive Green Trouser Braces
1x Flecktarn Trouser Belt
3x Wool Socks, Olive Green
2x Flecktarn Cordura Gaiters
1x Black Leather Boots, German Made
1x Flecktarn Flak Jacket
1x Flecktarn Two Man Tent
1x Leather Gloves
1x Flecktarn Web Set
1x Olive Green H-type Harness* w/ Adjustable Strap across the Chest and Flecktarn Shoulder Padding.
1x Olive Green Adjustable Belt w/ Riveted Holes
1x Flecktarn General Pouch (30cm x 25cm x 12cm)
1x 3 Way Folding Shovel /w Flecktarn Spade Pouch
1x Flecktarn Canteen Pouch
1x Flecktarn 65l Combat Rucksack
1x Flecktarn TT Range Pack G82
1x German Mess Kit**
1x 4 Piece Cutlery Set
1x German Esbit Cooker Set
1x NATO Field Dressing 30cm x 30cm
Addition the following pouches can be added: SEM-52S Radio Pouch, G3 Battle Rifle Magazine Pouch, MP5 Sub-Machine Gun Magazine Pouch, P8 Pistol Magazine Pouch, G36 Assault Rifle Magazine Pouch, Hand Grenade Pouch (x3), or P8 Pistol Holster w/ Flap. All pouches are Flecktarn pattern and rubberised internally and have rivetted holes for drainage.

* The shoulder harness supports pouches on the back as well as two on the front.
** The three-piece mess tin comprise one large cooking container with handle, one small tin with handle and one small tin without handle. All pieces fit together for convenience. Made of sturdy aluminium and pressed in the traditional German Army 'kidney' shape for comfort during carrying. The two small mess tins can be fitted together for ease of carrying two separate meal options in one hand.

Not sure if this is what you're looking for, but I found this from orrin_ladd's old site:

http://www.reocities.com/orrin_ladd/bundeswherweb.htm

-bdd

Thanks for all the brilliant replies and help guys.

this site may prove somewhat useful as well although it does seem to be filled with post-1995 gear
http://www.hessenantique.com/Bundesw...ment_s/637.htm