WASHINGTON, June 2 (UPI) -- The U.S. Army on Monday revealed its new Operational Camouflage Pattern combat uniforms slated for release next month.
The Operational Camouflage Pattern for the Army Combat Uniforms,
also known as ACUs, will be available for purchase in select military
clothing stores beginning July 1 for a price similar to the cost of the
current Universal Camouflage Pattern.
Stores will not receive the uniforms until November.
New soldiers will be given ACUs starting January 2016 and
enlisted soldiers will continue to receive a clothing allowance to
replace worn uniforms.
"The Operational Camouflage Pattern was selected following the
most comprehensive uniform camouflage testing effort ever undertaken by
the Army, reflecting the Army's paramount commitment to force
protection," the U.S. Army said in a press release.
Army Sgt. Maj. Daniel A. Dailey said he encourages soldiers to purchase new uniforms with their annual clothing allowance.
"All enlisted soldiers receive an annual stipend for the purchase
of uniforms and accessories. I myself will wait until I am issued my
clothing allowance before purchasing a uniform with the Operational
Camouflage Pattern," Dailey said. "I encourage all soldiers and leaders
to do the same by budgeting for a new uniform, belt, boots, and T-shirts
as you receive your clothing allowance over the next 2-3 years."
The new ACUs will also incorporate minor design changes.
"These include redesigned shoulder sleeve pockets with a zipper
opening, no trouser drawstring, a button on the lower calf pocket, two
pen pockets on the sleeve instead of three, and the elimination of the
elbow and knee patch hook and loop," the U.S. Army added.
The U.S. Army National Guard, U.S. Army Reserve, and Senior
Reserve Officer Training Corps will receive uniforms and equipment
fitted in the Operational Camouflage Pattern during the summer of 2016.
Soldiers will be allowed to mix and match T-shirts, belts, and
boots with either the Operation Enduring Freedom Camouflage Pattern or
the new ACUs during the transition period expected to end in October
2019.
"Presenting a professional appearance is very important to
soldiers. But, we will not inconvenience or burden our troops," Dailey
said. "We will still be the most lethal fighting force the world has
even known even if our belts don't match for the next few years."
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