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2-3. IDENTIFICATION AND DESCRIPTION OF ITEMS - Continued
c.
Mattress, Pneumatic (Insulated).
NSN
SIZE
SPECIFICATION
8465-01-136-5855
One Size
MIL-M-43968
The Pneumatic Mattress is fabricated of plain weave, nylon cloth coated on both sides with natural and/or synthetic rub-
ber. The inner area is coated black in color and the outer surface has a thinner cover of Olive Green 207 coating. A 5
oz/sq yd polyester batting is cemented into each of the channels. The mattress is inflated by mouth and is intended for
use with the sleeping bags.
d. Mat, Sleeping, Foam.
NSN
SIZE
SPEClFlCATION
8465-01-109-3369
One Size
MIL-M-44104
The foam sleeping mat is made of closed-cell, cross linked polyethylene foam. The mat is equipped with tie tapes at one
end to hold it in the rolled condition for carrying. The mat weighs about 1 1/4 pounds and is 24 inches wide by 75 inches
long. The mat will not absorb water and remains flexible in extreme cold temperatures. Downsizing is authorized at the
commander’s discretion subject to CIF manager/PBO approval. Authorized modifications should be performed using
available cutting instruments such as scissors, pocket knife, or razor knife. Since the foam is of a closed cell composition,
the cut edge need not be sealed. The minimum width authorized is 20 inches. Length will be determined by soldier’s
height. Tie straps are not to be removed. Soldiers are not authorized to cut sleeping mat to his/her size without written
approval from CIF manager/PBO.
e.
Bag, Waterproof, Clothing.
NSN
SIZE
SPECIFICATION
8465-00-261-6909
One Size
MIL-B-3108
The Waterproof Clothing Bag is fabricated of Olive Green, 106 Cloth, Nylon coated on one side with synthetic rubber.
The color of the coating compound shaft be black. The coated side of the fabric is on the inside of the bag and the seams
are fully vulcanized with no stitching. The waterproof clothing bag is provided for protecting the sleeping bag when it is
stored, carried, transported, or not in use.
f.
Hood, Sleeping.
NSN
SIZE
SPECIFICATION
8465-00-518-2769
One Size
MIL-H-43879
The Sleeping Hood is fabricated of cloth, knitted, nylon/triacetate, tricot, color OG-106. It is secured to the head by means
of touch-and-close fastener chin flaps. The hood is intended to be worn on the head to keep the head area of the sleeping
bag clean from head oils, perspiration and dirt.
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