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chapter 3: programs
The CAS is a modular four-bag system that will
provide rapid access to medical equipment and consumables.
It supports first-responder capabilities tailored
to the duration and casualty expectations of a
full range of combat and non-combat operations. The
CAS will integrate with the different USMC body armor
systems and will be compatible with the USMC
Pack system.
The IWPS is a critical element of the Marine’s individual
load. It is intended to provide the warfighter
with the capability to produce microbiologically safe
water from any freshwater source while operating in
austere environments. It will reduce waterborne pathogens
(viruses, bacteria, and protozoan cysts), sediment,
and bad taste and odor. IWPS includes an oxidant and
ultra-filter device (pump or in-line filter).
The Sub-Belt provides for attachment of the
USMC Holster and pouches via PALS to optimize load
distribution and an alternative placement of pouches
to the chest rig and body armor systems.
The ILBE pouches are a series of robust, specialized
pouches capable of carrying the basic ammunition
load required to support and sustain the individual
Marine during combat operations. The pouch
suite will be a collection of individual pouches geared
toward the Marine’s load carriage requirements.
The USMC Chest Rig provides the individual
Marine the means to carry the fighting load in a
modular system. It allows for rapid reconfiguration
of the fighting load between fielded Personal Protection
Equipment (PPE) or employed in a stand-alone
configuration.
Operational Impact
The FILBE program provides Marines improved
scalability, modularity, and integration with other
fielded body armor and individual equipment. It allows
Marines to efficiently carry mission loads across
the full-spectrum of combat and non-combat operations.
The USMC Holster allows Marines better
weapons carriage and the ability to rapidly engage
targets from the holster implementing current combat
marksmanship techniques. The CAS will enhance first
responder capabilities by providing the Corpsman a
smaller, lighter, and efficient pack system responsive to
the different mission requirements.
Program Status
The USMC Pack system reached Initial Operational
Capability (IOC) in FY 2012 and will reach Full
Operational Capability (FOC) in FY 2013. The USMC
Holster IOC and FOC were reached in FY 2012.
Procurement Profile: FY 13 FY 14
Quantity:
USMC Pack 36,071 0
CAS 10,000 0
IWPS 130,100 14,456
SUB-BELT 269,662 0
POUCH suite tBD TBD
Developer/Manufacturer:
USMC Pack/Sub-belt: Eagle Industries, Fenton, MO
Propper International, Mayaguez, Puerto Rico
CAS: TBD
IWPS: TBD
Pouch Suite: TBD
FAMILY OF INDIVIDUAL
WARFIGHTER EQUIPMENT (IWE)
Description
The IWE consists of multiple programs that provide
increased warfighter capability, protection, and
sustainment in combat environments. There are more
than 100 IWE projects within the Family of IWE. Many
of these programs were the result of Universal Needs
Statement (UNS) requirements or requests from Marine
Corps operating forces. The Family of IWE programs
include:
Multipurpose Compact Attachable Light (MCAL);
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