ACE Catalogue Supplement 2012

REDUCING THE BURDEN 2012

NEW PRODUCT GUIDE ACE Catalogue Supplement

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REDUCING THE BURDEN BCB aims “Innovative quality products that to provide: help reduce the soldier’s burden (less weight, less bulk, less stress) while optimising their performance.”

This new product guide supplements our other product ranges which include: INFANTRY

SPECIAL FORCES

NANO UAV

MARINE

OUTDOOR EQUIPMENT

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BCB International Ltd is a family run designer and manufacturer of innovative quality military and survival equipment based in Cardiff, UK. The company started in 1854 when Dr. Brown invented a cough medicine for troops fighting in the Crimean War. So successful was it, that in 1914 he registered the company as BCB Ltd after its name – Brown’s Cough Bottle.

Over the years, BCB has built up an expertise in designing and manufacturing equipment that help

soldiers operate and survive in some of the most hostile environments in the world. Many of its products like its Survival Packs and Camouflage Creams are issued to and used by troops worldwide.

With a high proportion of the company’s revenue ploughed back into its Research and Development projects, innovation is clearly at the heart of everything BCB does. This focus on innovation is encapsulated in BCB’s mission statement:

To save and protect life in hostile environments through innovation.

BCB Cardiff

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www.bcbin.com BCB International Ltd, Clydesmuir Road, Cardiff, UK, CF24 2QS

Tel: +44(0)2920 433 700 Fax: +44(0)2920 433 701 email: info@bcbin.com

BCB Florida

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ULTRALIGHT DRY BAGS Ultralight Dry bags can be used to organize your kit on any trips. The fully taped Ripstop PU coated fabric keeps the weight down and helps keep your kit safe and dry. A durable buckle secures the roll-top closure and acts as a grab handle.

Volume

Size

1 Litre 4 Litre

• Ultralight, waterproof 40D Ripstop nylon Silicone PU coated fabric • Waterproof taped seams

(cm)

(inch)

Colour

code

S

16 X 25

M

24 x 38

(6.5 x 10)

Lime green

CA965

(10 x 15)

Ruby red

13 Litre

L

CA966

22 x 53

(9 x 21)

Navy blue

35 Litre

XL

CA967

30 x 70

(12 x 28)

Black

CA968

• Roll-top waterproof closure • Durable buckle secures roll top

LIGHTWEIGHT GLOVE PARACORD BRACELETS Rot resistant and can be easily unraveled to assist in emergency situations.

Survival bracelets are ideal for camping, boating, hunting, hiking, and much more. The cord can be used for anything requiring great strength & durability. The core contains removable inner strands that can be used for fishing line, bow string, sewing thread, nets, traps and other emergency or survival situations.

• Length: 22.9cm (9”) Code: CM073B (Black) Code: CM073C (Coyote) Code: CM073G (Olive drab) Code: CM073OB (Olive drab /Black)

The Lightweight Glove is designed with comfort and functionality, following direct feedback from the user. The glove offers premium flexability, feel and protection.

• Reinforced carbon fibre knuckle and hand protection design • High grade aniline goatskin leather • The mid-height soft cuff does not restrict movement and comes with a Velcro a fastening strip.

Tan Code: CB215M (Medium) Code: CB215L (Large)

NATO approved NSN-8456-99-126-6980

Black Code: CB214M (Medium) Code: CB214L (Large)

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REDUCING THE BURDEN MIG 2.0 JACKET Medium edium insulation garment. This multifunctional jacket is not overly bulky. However owever it offers increased weather protection due to the Gore windstopper® outer shell.

The G Loft® insulation keeps you warm and dry as it does not store moisture. Even if the jacket is completely soaked, it still retains up to 85 % of its warmth performance.

With its all-in-one concept and the small pack size, the MIG Windstopper® Jacket fills the gap between the down jackets and the GORE-TEX® jackets.

FEATURES: • Fixed lined hood with elastic drawcords and elastic cuffs • Water-tight zips • Two spacious front pockets; one inner pocket • One pocket at the left sleeve end • Arm pit zips for ventilation; elastic draw cord on the waist line • Comes with a compression bag • Thermoflect® layer and machine-washable.

• Filling: G Loft • Outer shell: GORE Windstopper® Lausanne • Inner lining: Shelltrans • Comfort temperature: –8 °C (ENV 342) • Colours: Black, Olive, Sand • Sizes: S – XXL • Weight: 650g (size M) (22.9oz) • Pack size: 13 x 18cm (5.1 x 7.1”)

CB980 (Olive)

CB981 (Black)

CB982 (Sand)

G-LOFT: Best performance even under the most extreme climatic conditions

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TIMES MORE INNOVATIVE 1_ Moecular Spiral Crimp The G·Loft-fiber® is a bicomponent fibre which is spun from 2 different sorts of raw esters. One half of the fibre has higher shrinking properties after the spinning process. In this way a 3 dimensional spring like crimp is achieved. Through this special process the crimp in the fiber is programmed at the molecular lever producing a memory effect.

2_ Premium Hollow Fiber The fiber has a micrometer wide hollow running all the way through it. Since air is a bad conductor, the fiber has the same effect as a thermos flask, where the warmth is insulated by an air chamber.

3_ Unique Cluster Formation The G·Loft-fiber® are distributed totally at random. This makes the G·Loft insulation resilient and soft from all sides. The fibers clump within the insulation forming so-called clusters. In this way the air forms a pillow and increases the insulation capabilities, similar to a high quality down filling.

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TIMES BETTER 1_ Perfect personal climate control Due to the unique structure of G·Loft-climate-hollow-fibers humidity can escape. Warm air however is trapped. The G·Loftfiber® themselves do not absorb moisture and provide for perfect personal climate control. The uncomfortable sweating, caused by an accumulation of heat and moisture is now a thing of he past.

2_ The Finest Fiber The weight of the individual fibers is much less, allowing more fibers per gram. The G·Loft-fiber® is lighter than conventional fibers and keeps you warm and dry.

3_ Maximum Compression The G·Loft-fiber® offers a matchless compressibility. It guarantees an optimal heat capacity over pack size ratio due to it’s light weight. The molecular level crimp structure ensures immediate optimal loft, even after longer periods of compression. For this reason G·Loft insulation is also called Memory-insulation.

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G-LOFT LIGHT JACKET Versatile, windproof and robust backcountry jacket with great warmth-to-weight ratio and small pack size. Can be stowed in one of the outer pockets!

FEATURES: • Adjustable collar, soft Thermo fleece lined collar • Water-resistant 2-way front zipper with storm flap and chin guard • 2 large outside pockets (also suitable for stowing the jacket) with water-resistant zips and zipper garages • Additional back pocket with 2 water-resistant zips and zipper garages • 2 zipped inner pockets; pre-shaped elbows; elastic cuffs; longer cut back; one-hand adjustable, elastic waist drawcord • Filling: G-Loft® 80 g/m2 • Outer shell: Shelltex • Inner lining: Shelltrans • Colours: Black, Olive, Orange • Sizes: XS – XXL • Weight: 540g (19oz) (size M)

CB970 (Olive)

CB971 (Black)

CB974 (Orange)

G-LOFT LIGHT VEST The first G-Loft® vest. Wind-proof, moisture resistant, lightweight and with a small pack size – a great companion for outdoor activities.

FEATURES: • Adjustable collar, soft Thermo fleece lined collar water resistant 2-way front zipper with storm flap and chin guard; 2 large outer pockets with water-resistant zips and zipper garages (also suitable for stowing the jacket); • Additional back pocket with 2 water-resistant zips and zipper garages • 2 zipped inner pockets • Back with longer cut • One-hand adjustable, elastic waist drawcord.

• Filling: 80 g /m2² G-Loft® • Outer Shell: Shelltex • Inner lining: Shelltrans • Colours: Black, Olive, Blue • Sizes: XS – XXL • Weight: 410g (14oz) (size M)

CB972 (Olive)

CB973 (Black)

CB975 (Blue)

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REDUCING THE BURDEN FEATURES OF ALL CARINTHIA SLEEPING BAGS ARE: • G·LOFT Plus Filling Manufactured from high-quality bi-component polymers, the structure of G·LOFT insulation is in fact similar in many ways to high-quality goose down.

The 3-dimensional crimping ensures maximum resilience and loft.

• THERMOFLECT Thermoflect increases the heat retention of a sleeping bag by around 11 %. Thermoflect is our solution to heat loss due to body radiation. Thermoflect is an ultra-light, ultra-soft, breathable scrim with the unique ability to reflect body-heat.

• THE TRAPEZOIDAL FOOT SECTION Experience has shown that the trapezoidal cut provides the ultimate foot space. In a normal sleeping position, the feet do not poke the insulation outward, avoiding cold spots. There is also enough room to store a shoe bag or extra clothing.

• THE MUMMY SHAPE Here the criteria of stuff size, weight and warmth are most important. The tapered foot section reduces weight and stuff size. The main advantage is, however, that from the knee downwards there is increasingly less internal volume to keep warm. The foot section should not be so small that the feet cause the layers of insulation to poke out. A trapezoidal foot section has proven to be ideal. A wedge shape, declining evenly in width from top to bottom, does not fit the true proportions of the body.

• DOUBLE-LAYER SANDWICH CONSTRUCTION WITH LOOSE SHELL Two G·LOFT Plus insulation layers are arranged in such a way that the quilting is offset. The shell is attached afterwards, creating a further layer of air between the quilted insulation and the shell. With no stitch perforations in the shell, it is relatively water and airtight.

• TWO WAY ZIPPER All Carinthia military sleeping bags are equipped with a two way zipper. The glider on the top does not snag, allowing a quick step out if necessary (in case of alert for example). The glider on the down side does stick and can be opened for ventilation.

• COMBINABLE SLEEPING BAG SYSTEM Some of our sleeping bags can be combined to a sleeping bag system. Such a system can be used as a 4 Season Sleeping Bag and allows you to carry only the weight and the bulk necessary for the prevailing temperatures.

• MOSQUITO NET

Code: CT993 (Medium) Code: CT994 (Large)

TROPEN The TROPEN is a light-weight sleeping bag with an extremely small packing size and minimum weight. Its remarkable feature is its vapour permeability which is very important for hot and humid tropical nights. The Shelltrans shell fits loosely over the inner structure and provides an extra layer of insulation with no cold seams. This construction ensures reserve warmth for cool, foggy nights. In warmer weather the bottom part of the two-way zipper can be opened for ventilation. The hood is equipped with a mosquito net which can be folded out of the flap if required (it is in the front part of the bag and stored behind the flap with press studs.) The net can easily be attached around the hood by means of the small zipper. The zipper is nonsnagging so that you can always get out quickly and easily.

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Tropen

Size 185

NSN (Colour Olive)

8465-41-0000-1615

Size 200 8465-41-0000-1612

Weight

1100g (38.8oz)

1300g (45.8oz)

Stuff size compressed

18 x 25cm (7 x 9.8”)

18 x 28cm (7 x 11”)

TEMPERATURE RANGE Comfort lim.

Extreme

+ 5° C - 12° C

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Code: CT989

MOUNTAIN GORE-TEX® BIVI BAG This bivy has a minimal stuff size and weight. It is mostly used for mountaineering or as part of survival packages. It can also be used for every soldier who wants to be protected from the elements.

The outer shell is made of laminate, which is waterproof, wind-proof, and vapour permeable.

• Packing size: 32 x 8cm (12.6 x 3”) • Weight 680g (23.9oz)

Code: CT004

EXPLORER TWO GORE-TEX® BIVI BAG A generously sized bivi bag with extra space around the head & torso to keep essential equipment at hand. Comes complete with a tent pole arch over the head area.

The L-shaped opening can be sealed via 2 x zippers covered with waterproof storm flaps. Five external loops can be used to secure an insulating mat beneath the bag.

• Integral mosquito net • Tent pole arch • Colour: olive green

• Pack size: 35 x 10cm (13.8 x 3.9”) • Actual size: 104 x 250 x 76 cm (41 x 98.4 x 30”) • Weight: 1.2 kg (2.6 lbs)

Integral mosquito net

Code: CT007

OBSERVER PLUS The perfect observation bivy bag with self-standing double pole support. Two tent poles form a small dome at the head end which provides enough space for the user to handle Binoculars, a fishing rod, or other piece of equipment. The bivy bag slopes down from the shoulder to the foot end thus preventing straight lines which are easily spotted. The L-shaped opening makes it convenient to get in and out of the bag which can be closed with 2 zippers. All zippers are protected by a specially designed storm flap to make them absolutely waterproof. The big observation opening at the front allows an observation range of 180° and can be closed completely in bad weather. Both the observation opening and the access opening are fitted with a mosquito net. There are 5 loops on the back of the Observer to hold the insulating mat in place.

• Packing size: 35 x 12cm (13.8 x 4.5”) • Weight 1.75kg (13.72 oz)

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REDUCING THE BURDEN “THE PACK IS EXCELLENT. I LOADED IT UP AND TOOK IT OUT FOR A STOMP OVER THE WEEKEND AND IT CARRIES WELL”

PAYLOAD 42 LITRES

Daysack with 3 Litre Water Reservoir

• Main Compartment 30 Litres capacity. The main zip extends down to each side to give easy access • Top Front Pocket 6 Litre pocket features an smaller pleated pocket for documents • Lower Front Pocket 3 Litre pocket. Zip opening extend the width of the pack for ease of access • Fabrics 500 Denier polyamide fabric Available in: Multicam™/Coyote/Black Spacer fabric used on back face and under side of the shoulder strap used to encourage airflow and reduce localised skin wettedness and increase comfort

• Comfortable Shoulder Strap Strong flexible attachment points. This allows the straps to fit the back, especially if you have narrow or broad shoulders, are wearing body armour or bulky clothing.

- Bill Thomas, Raider Magazine

• Back Face Raised closed cell foam padding raises the load from the back to further encourage airflow and reduce wettedness • External Bladder Pocket Top bladder opening allows easy access to the bladder for refilling & cleaning. The pocket can be collapsed for access to the full capacity of the pack when not using the hydration. Double zip opening allows the bladder tube to emerge centrally, or either side of the pack • Harness Vertical back frame drops some of the load to the musculoskeletal frame via the removable hip belt and pelvic girdle • Chilly™ Compatible The Pack features 4 webbing loops that integrates with the BCB Chilly™. When attached, the Chilly is located on the top of the pack, whilst allowing access to all pockets. The position does not interfere with head room.

Overall dimensions:

Lower pocket: (h)13cm x (d)8cm x (w)34cm

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- Taste-free - Glass-like film technology stops dirt and bacteria from sticking to the plastic - Easy fill & cleaning - Quick Mate Technology for quick disconnection of the tube - Low, baffled profile - Angled Storm Valve for ease of drinking, including shut off twist mechanism - Dirt Shield

• Capacity: 42 Litres • Cargo capacity: 39 Litres • Source bladder: 3 Litres • Weight: 2kg

SUPPLIEDD & FIT TE with

Main pocket: (h)45cm x (d)20cm x (w)34cm Upper pocket: (h)31cm x (d)8cm x (w)34cm

• Source bladder

CR801B (Black)

CR801C (Coyote)

CR801M

(Multi Camouflage)

BAFFLED RESERVOIR

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Hydration Daysack with 3 Litre Water Reservoir

• Main Compartment 16 Litres capacity. The main zip extends down to each side to give easy access • Top Front Pocket 5 Litre pocket features an smaller mesh pocket with access from the outside or inside • Lower Front Pocket 3 Litre pocket. Zip opening extend the width of the pack for ease of access • Fabrics 500 Denier polyamide fabric Available in: Multicam™/Coyote/Black Spacer fabric used on back face and under side of the shoulder strap used to encourage airflow and reduce localised skin wettedness and increase comfort

• Comfortable Shoulder Strap Strong flexible attachment points. This allows the straps to fit the back, especially if you have narrow or broad shoulders, are wearing body armour or bulky clothing.

• Back Face Raised closed cell foam padding raises the load from the back to further encourage airflow and reduce wettedness • External Bladder Pocket Side bladder opening extends the length of the pack to allow ease of refilling, interchanging the bladder • Chilly™ Compatible The Pack features 4 webbing loops that integrates with the BCB Chilly™. When attached, the Chilly is located on the top of the pack, whilst allowing access to all pockets. The position does not interfere with head room.

• Source bladder - Taste-free - Glass-like film technology stops dirt and bacteria from sticking to the plastic - Easy fill & cleaning - Quick Mate Technology for quick disconnection of the tube

Overall dimensions:

Lower pocket: (h)14cm x (d)7cm x (w)30cm

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Additional features: 2x Radio Antenna openings Grab handle 20mm Compression straps Sternum strap with chest expansion elastic 3x lower hydration tube openings MOLLE interface

- Velcro ID patch

• Capacity: 27 Litres • Cargo capacity: 24 Litres • Source bladder: 3 Litres • weight: 1.3kg

SUPPLIEDD & FIT TE with

Main pocket: (h)44cm x (d)13cm x (w)30cm Upper pocket: (h)26cm x (d)7cm x (w)30cm

- Low, baffled profile - Angled Storm Valve for ease of drinking, including shut off twist mechanism - Dirt Shield

CR800B (Black)

CR800C (Coyote)

CR800M

(Multi Camouflage)

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BAFFLED RESERVOIR

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REDUCING THE BURDEN JETSTREAM • Large - 52mm opening with handle • Lining - Closed cell foam lined pouch to help keep the contents cool or warm.

• Shoulder straps - Lightweight shoulder straps are removable so the system can be attached to the larger packs, yokes and makes it easier to fit into your rucksack.

• Fabrics - Polyamide fabric available in Multicam™ /Coyote/Black.

• Attachments - 6 ‘D’ rings and 4 side release buckles, to attach to the outside of UK MoD daypack or BCB’s Payload daysack.

• Access opening - Easy access double zip extends down the pack and provides opening for the drinking tube over the shoulders or under the arm.

• Chilly™ Compatible The Pack features 4 webbing loops that integrates with the BCB Chilly™. When attached, the Chilly is located on the top of the pack, whilst allowing access to all pockets. The position does not interfere with head room.

Pocket

• Capacity - Source reservoir: 3 Litres • Weight - 640g (22.5oz)

CR802B (Black)

Bottom or top opening for tube

CR802C (Coyote)

CR802M (Multi Camouflage)

SUPPLIEDD & FIT TE with

SOURCE WXP HYDRATION SYSTEM • Exclusive 4 layer coextruded Polyethylene construction with taste free, maintenance-free Glass Like liner • Integrated Grunge-Guard antimicrobial • Patented leakproof slide wide opening for easy cleaning, draining, ice insertion • Easy opening filler port fits most pump style water filters

• Weave covered tube • Self sealing SQC quick disconnect hose is detachable from filled reservoirs with no leakage, offers click-in compatibility with USMC Miox Filter system • Patented valve design • Integrated valve shut-off • Dirt Shield valve cover • Capacity 3 Litres

Code: CR804

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REDUCING THE BURDEN PERSONAL STRETCHER A must have life-saving product for dismounted soldiers.

Made from lightweight and robust fabrics, the personal stretcher is easily and securely fastened onto a soldier’s body armour, from which it can be opened in a matter of seconds.

The stretcher enables an injured soldier to be quickly carried to safety and receive medical attention and eliminates the chances of the casualty falling off, thus eradicating further wound contamination.

Features

Technical details

• Six Grab handles for easy transportation

• Weight: 280g (10oz)

• Casualty secured to stretcher via molle on back of amour vest

• Closed dimensions: 280mm x 240mm x 18mm

• Stretcher always in the right place at the right time

• Open dimensions: 1900mm x 750mm

• Integral injury report form for quick medical attention and appraisal of treatment given in field • Available in all camouflage patterns • IRR treated • Made from robust rip stop nylon and high tensile strength nylon webbing

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Attachment points for secure fastening onto body armour

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Pull handle for quick opening

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Integral injury report form for quick medical attention and appraisal

Can be opened in seconds

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Six grab handles for easy transportation

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Casualty is secured to the stretcher

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REDUCING THE BURDEN TRIPLE CERAMIC WATER FILTER Turns rain, lake and river water into drinkable water immediately.

• Bottle included • Filters out particles down to 0.1µ — that’s half the size of other commercially available filters. This means that you get potable water that’s crystal clear and perfect for drinking.

• Patented • Entirely removes bacteria in water - 99.9999% Escherichia coli, Staphylococcus aureus, Salmonella typhi, Vibrio cholerae, Legionella pneumophila • Entirely removes suspended contaminants of alga, worm and dust • Highly efficiently removes soluble heavy metal ions in water such as Pb2+, Cd2+, Cr6+, As3+ etc • Reduces unpleasant tastes and odors • • • •

Size: 26.5 x 7.3cm dia (10.5” x 2.9” dia) Weight: 8 oz (230g) Cartridge Capacity: 1320 gallons (52000 l) Includes: Pump housing, reusable / replaceable filter cartridge, pump, outlet hose, instructions.

• Capacity: 500ml

0.1µ FILTRATION! Code: CR254

RE-USABLE DRINKING POUCH (Pack of 2) • Flexible - fold flat when empty • Gusseted so will stand up • Re- use it again and again, Ideal to store extra water • With Karabiner hanging clip • Fits to Universal Tap Adaptor • Capacity: 400ml each

Code: CR400

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REDUCING THE BURDEN SOURCE BAFFLED RESERVOIR

(for Payload and Haul systems)

Helps to reduce the sloshing around of the water when you are on the move.

Also stops the large bulge at the bottom of the reservoir when more than half full.

• Cool Weave insulating cover tube • Angled valve - Easier to drink than from a straight valve • Capacity: 3 Litres • HELIX-Valve™ Bite valve delivers full flow with a soft bite and will not drip even under pressure or prolong use.

• Angled Valve Turned 360 degrees for perfect valve/mouth orientation.

Allows tube to be 25cm shorter.

Less excess tube bouncing around the chest!

• Dirt-Shield™ Protective Cover keeps the drinking valve free of dirt and protected.

• QMT™ Additional In line QMTTM Quick Connector at the tube extremity, allows connection of filter, UTATM or other accessories with the push of a button.

• Cool Weave Cover Tube Insulates and blocks UV-light. Water stays cool and Inhibits bacteria growth from first to last sip.

• Widepac™ Wide Opening Access Patented slide closure for easy draining and cleaning. Airtight seal.

• TASTE-FREE™ System Co-extruded PE film retains pure liquid taste with no plastic flavor. BPA and phthalate free.

• Grunge-Guard™ Technology Inhibits bacteria growth on reservoir and drinking tube surfaces for the life of the system. Technology utilized FDA-approved and EPA registered anti-microbial agent.

• Easy Care & Low Maintenace For use with water, clean by simply rinsing the system and hanging it opened until dry. For use with energy drinks or sweetened liquids, follow the cleaning instructions in the attached care and maintenace booklet.

Supplied in

AND PAYLOAD (p.8)

HAUL (p.9)

Code: CR803

CLEANING KIT

UTA™ UNIVERSAL TAP ADAPTOR

HELIX VALVE™

Tube Brush Kit The perfect accessory for cleaning your tube of any residue, such as energy drinks.

A creative solution for refilling your hydration system on the move. The resevoir is filled directly through the tube eliminating the need to remove the hydration pack from the back for refill.

Features:

• Fits a variety of water bottles

• Brush length: 102.5cm (40.4”) • Brush weight: 6g • Brush material: Stainless steel spring handle with nylon fiber • Packaged Size: 0.06”L x 0.9”W x 1.06”D • Packaged weight: 0.0001 lbs

• Designed to fit a wide range of indoor and outdoor taps.

Source’s bite valve. Helix Valve features a rounded shape that requires no special mouth orientation. A retreat spring mechanism delivers full flow with a soft bite and will not drip even under pressure or prolong use. Builtin “bio-net” style shutoff mechanism prevents accidental leaks during transport.

• QMT™ - “Quick connect” allows instant, “ one click” connection to the tube

• Tube tip QMT

Code: CR810

Code: CR806

Code: CR811

Reservoir cleaning kit with tube cleaning brush and instructions.

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• Retreat spring shutoff mechanism • Dirt-Shield™

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REDUCING THE BURDEN FIRE DRAGON FUEL Fire Dragon is a new innovative environmently friendly solid fuel.

Open the sachet and ignite. Burn the packaging with the fuel.

• Non-toxic and odourless

• Patented • Made in UK • It can be used as hand sanitizer.

Simply rub over your hands like a waterless soap, to clean your hands

• Easy and quick to ignite - use the flint, match or lighter.

• Calorific value 27-30kJ/g

• Renewable sourced fuel, not fossil fuels.

• Long term storage and JIT

• Low luminosity • The outer packaging can also be burnt • Very little soot given off, so doesn’t dirty your cooking pot (burning the package does give off a little soot)

• Safe to be packed with food • Each block will burn for about 8 minutes. Two blocks for about 12 minutes.

• Boil time: 5 minutes for 500ml of water in the Crusader II Cooking System (page 25)

• Air transportable hazardous cargo rating Code: CN336

START Quick to ingnite

FIREBALL FLINT & STRIKERS The original fire starters just got better.

30 SECONDS Ambient water

3 MINUTES Starting to boil

5 MINUTES Rolling boil

Midi

The two new designs are more comfortable and safer to use. Both have a small liquid filled button compass in the handle.

The flint and striker of Grand Fireball slide and lock together so removing the need for the annoying string.

Grand Striker

Grand

• Length: 11cm (4.5”) • Weight: 50g (1.6oz) Midi Striker • Length: 8cm (3”) • Weight: 40g (1.3oz)

Code: CN340 Grand Code: CN340M Midi

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REDUCING THE BURDEN BLAST BOXER™ MK II The original protective under garment just got better These shorts offer protection against fragments during blasts from IED’s, and help guard against life changing injuries such as perineal and femoral artery injuries.

• Patented • Light weight mesh to keep wearer cool • Boxer/brief styling with fly opening with 7.5cm (3”) overlap • Flame retardant materials throughout • Helps protect blast and fragmentation injuries to the groin Removable ballistic inserts to increase protection

• Removable ballistic inserts to increase protection • High air permeability and moisture vaporation or transfer • Lightweight: 170 gram (6.1oz) - medium • Anti-microbacterial with over 95% bacteria reduction after 25 washes • Quick drying AREA

ft/sec

m/sec

Groin region

1005

306

Inner thigh

811

250

Removable inserts

1195

364

Boxer/brief styling with fly opening

LOAD CARRIAGE YOKE BCB’s new patented non-disruptive system improves the load distribution of currently issued equipment. The Load Carriage Yoke can be worn as a stand alone item with any armour vest, plate carrier or rucksack.

• A centrally pivoted load-support frame, transfers weight of the vest and rucksack to the hips via a height adjustable strut to a load carriage belt • Belt is fitted with MOLLE to allow pouches to be attached • Weight can be transferred instantly onto shoulders to improve agility in combat situations • Made from lightweight fracture resistant polymers • Belt can contain ballistic inserts • Belt, upright and yoke comes in small, medium and large sizes • The weight of the combined load generated by the vest, its inserts and plates, attached pouches and rucksack are supported by the yoke • The load is transferred via the upright to the load carriage belt • Patented

• The contoured belt is configured to sit comfortably on the wearer’s hips.

Load supported by Yoke

Is transfered via upright

• The three components are joined with pivots to allow full and free movement • Weight of frame 360gram (12.8oz)

To load carriage hip belt

• Constructed from 3.5mm thick Kevlar • The upright and belt have integrated means of adjustment built in • Will integrate fully with Osprey 4.

The only change required for Osprey is a 70mm “ button hole” in the inner lining.

• The front corners of the yoke match the Osprey vest filler • To cater for the extremes of size and shape of Female 5th – Male 95th percentile a range of 3 sizes ( small, medium and large ) are available for both the yoke, upright and belt.

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REDUCING THE BURDEN EXOFLEX VEST Special Forces Body Armour This unique body armour offers superior comfort and freedom of movement while maintaining high quality ballistic protection.

It is a fully articulated design which features a pivoted shoulder harness that allows free, independent movement of the shoulders and arms.

It is cut short to allow free movement around the lumbar region offering an all-round flexible protection solution.

• Independent movement of the pivoted harness gives: - Better efficiency and speed in limited spaces - Consistent weight distribution through both shoulders - Less muscle fatigue • Articulated shoulder straps sit on all types of shoulder shapes – angled or square. This position is maintained throughout movement • Fast release at attachment points for fast access to injuries • Improved ergonomics with adjustment points at the midriff, upper torso and shoulders • Internal pads space the armour away from the body for ventilation. These can be removed for a low profile fit • Patented • Level IIIA soft armour or other fillers available • Level IV armour plates, up to 33cm (10.5”) x 26cm (13.25”), front and back • High quality 1000 denier nylon fabric • Ideal for use in a hot, dry environments, Special Forces • Quick release version available Colours: Black, Desert or Multicam

EXOFLEX BALLISTIC BELT

• MOLLE interface

This ballistic belt offers additional flexible protection combined with back support and a MOLLE interface for carrying drop leg pouches or

• Spacer inside fabric to allow ventilation and comfort

holsters. It is designed to be worn BELOW the ExoFlex armour and other high cut vests.

• Fastening side release buckle is adjustable from both sides for ease of tightening in use • Ballistic protection: UK HOSDB standard HG2 (hand gun level 2) KR1 (knife resistant level 1) AND the German Police standard Schutzklasse 1 • Fragmentation resistant with a V50 of 583 m/second

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REDUCING THE BURDEN MISTRAL BODY COOLING SYSTEM Body armour restricts sweat evaporation, impeding the body’s normal cooling system. Reduce debilitating heat stress and dehydration by using the most effective fan assisted body cooling vest available. The unique and patented mechanism gives spatial dither i.e a blast of air in one area, then a blast of air in another. This helps a wicking undershirt to evaporate sweat.

This has a positive effect on reducing core body temperature.

• Its Unique Intermittent Cooling ensures you feel cool all the time

• Robust and Simple to operate

• The Mistral is a low profile lightweight blown-air cooling vest

• High efficiency fan delivers 10 hours running from 8 AA batteries.

• Compliments the body’s natural cooling system by assisting the evaporation of sweat

• Reliable and comfortable

• Quiet fan • Wicking inner fabric

• Patented construction has integral air ducts delivering targeted cooling air to the majority of the torso

• Integral filter which can be easily removed and cleaned

• Sculpted inner face directs dry air onto skin and allows saturated air to exhaust easily

• Can be plugged into the vehicles aircon system

• Patented

AVAILABLE IN TWO VERSIONS: VERSION A: COOLING VEST WORN UNDER EXISTING BODY ARMOUR • Does not compromise on ballistic performance • Does not impede use of webbing and load carriage vests • Improves combat performance and concentration • Improves morale • Total weight of vest, fan and batteries @ 1.3kg • Optimised to work with UBACS shirts Separate vest – one size fits all. Subject to minimum order quantity.

Code: CA027

VERSION B: SEWN INTO BODY ARMOUR AS AN INTEGRATED LINER We will work with your body armour manufacturer to integrate our Mistral system, or we can supply it integrated with our Spartan body armour.

Integrated vest - made to measure. Subject to minimum order quantity.

Adds approximately 400 grams to the weight of the body armour (including the batteries). We believe its benefit to the wearer far exceeds the cost of the additional weight.

Code: CA067

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REDUCING THE BURDEN

CRUCIAL TOOL

SHORTCUT

Packed with essentials features it’s compact and lightweight.

A increadibly strong mini-scissors accompanied by an array of functional, practical, stainless steel tools.

• Bottle opener

• Lanyard Attachment

• Wire cutters

• Stainless steel - black

• Screwdrivers

• Knife

• Pliers

• Overall length: 13.75cm (5.5”) • Closed length: 9cm (3.6”) • Weight: 150g (5 oz.)

• Bottle opener

• Pliers

• File

• Overall length:10 x 12cm (4 x 0.8”) • Closed length: 6.25cm (2.5”) • Weight: 75g (2.5oz)

• Flat head screwdriver • Cross head screwdriver

• Tweezers

• Blade Code: CM0059

Code: CM0012

SUSPENSION MULTI-PLIER

EXCHANGE-A-BLADE SAW

This is a classic workhorse with spring-loaded pliers, and patented Saf.T.Plus™ component locking system.

Whether you’re using the coarse blade on wood or the fine blade on hardwoods or bones, Gerber Exchange-A-Blade saw is built to maximize every effort.

• Spring-loaded pliers

• Supplied with a robust nylon sheath

• Open frame design

• Overall Length:16.25cm (6.5”) • Closed Length: 10cm (4”) • Weight: 190g (6.7oz)

• Needle nose pliers, wire cutter, fine edge knife, serrated edge knife, saw, scissors, crosspoint screwdriver, small and medium flatblade screwdrivers, can opener, bottle opener and lanyard hole.

Code: CM0004

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The blades are stainless steel and compact, lightweight design ensures there’s room for one on every trip.

• • • •

Overall Length: 35.5cm (14.21”) Closed Length: 20.2cm (8.11”) Blade Length: 15.5cm (6.18”) Weight: 218g (7.8 oz)

Code: CM067

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REDUCING THE BURDEN

COMPACT FIXED BLADE™

POCKET TOOL™

Compact and indestructible, this knife is designed to be a smaller, barebones survival knife that stays close at hand. The durable rubber handle is ergonomically shaped for a better, more comfortable grip in all types of weather. It includes a lightweight plastic sheath that clips to a belt or backpack and Bear’s “Priorities of Survival” guide.

An updated classic, the Pocket Tool is a modern interpretation of the traditional, minimal multitool. The basic components - large fine-edge blade, bottle opener, Phillips head driver, small and medium flat driver – are housed within a tough rubberized handle, perfect for gripping in the elements, with or without gloves on.

• Full Tang • Durable Rubber Handle • Ergonomic • Lightweight Plastic Sheath

• • • •

Blade Length: 8.6cm (3.4”) Overall Length: 19.8cm (7.8” ) Weight: 106.87g (3.77 oz) Weight in Sheath: 141g (4.97oz)

• Tough, Rubberized Handle

• Priorities of Survival Guide

• All Basic Tools

• Overall Length: 13.9cm (5.5”) • Closed Length: 8cm (3.2”) • Weight: 82.2g (2.9oz)

• 5 Components • Fine Edge Blade

• Sheath Clips to Belt / Backpack

• Bottle Opener

• Priorities of Survival Guide

• Philips head driver • Small & Medium Size Flat Driver

Code: CM0109

Code: CM0112

VENTURE™

REMIX™ TACTICAL

INSTANT™

Sporting a polished Titanium handle and a three and a half inch serrated blade, the Venture is unmatched. Using the F.A.S.T.™ mechanism, the spring assisted blade pivots on ball bearings, opening easily with just one hand.

Made with a slim, lightweight handle and a blade that opens with one hand, the Remix Tactical is an ideal choice for your everyday carry knife.

• F.A.S.T. Technology

• Tip Up Pocket Carry

Tactically inspired, the Instant utilizes Gerber’s F.A.S.T.™ mechanism for easy, one-handed blade opening. Layers of G-10 composite are textured and shaped to make an ultra-light, ultra-tactile handle. It’s a sleek clip folder made for everyday use.

• Thumb Plunge Lock • Titanium Handle • Pocket Clip • • • •

• Newly Designed Thumblift • One Hand Opening • G-10 Composite Handle

Blade Length: 8cm (3.2”) Closed Length: 11.6cm (4.6”) Overall Length: 19.8cm (7.8”) Weight: 119g (4.2oz)

Code: CM0131

• Tanto Blade

• • • •

Blade Length: 7.6cm (3.0” ) Closed Length: 12.3cm (4.86” ) Overall Length: 19.9cm (7.86” ) Weight: 130.4g (4.6oz)

Code: CM0130

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• F.A.S.T. Technology • Thumb Plunge Lock • Ultra Light G-10 Composite Handle • • • •

Blade Length: 8cm (3.18”) Closed Length: 11.6cm (4.57”) Overall Length: 19.6cm (7.75”) Weight: 113.6g (4.01oz)

Code: CM0129

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REDUCING THE BURDEN OUR MISSION IS YOUR SURVIVAL

SAVING AND PROTECTING LIVES IN HOSTILE ENVIRONMENTS, THROUGH INNOVATION. BCB ARE AT THE CUTTING-EDGE FOR DESIGNING AND MANUFACTURING OF MILITARY AND POLICE COMBAT EQUIPMENT.

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