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21-3. IDENTIFICATION AND DESCRIPTION- Continued
d. Vest, Grenade, Carrier (for Grenade 40MM)
NSN
SIZE
SPECIFICATION
8415-01-317-1622
One Size
MIL-V-44362
The 40MM Grenade Vest (Figure 21-4) is intended for use by the combat soldier (grenadier) armed with the M203 or
M79Grenade Launcher. It is constructed of a seven ounce nyion fabric and weighs 2.1 Ibs. empty. The vest incompatible
with the standard equipment belt which is Secured to the vest with 10 belt loops. The loops use hook and pile fasteners
and snaps. The vest has 18 permanently attached ammunition pockets that can carry 4 pyrotechnic and 14 high explo-
sive rounds. The pocket covers are secured by one snap. A pull tab is used to open the pocket. The shoulders are pro-
tected by 1/2 inch (1.27 cm) foam padding. The vest doses in front with two chest straps using plastic quick release
buckles. Two 2 1/4 inch (5.71 cm) webbing and two D-Rings sewn to the back of the vest can be used as equipment
attachment points.
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