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Woodland M81
Woodland M81 is the king of jungle camouflage, the US Army standard from 1981 to 2005. With large organic interlocking blobs, it defined a generation of military apparel and remains the most produced camo pattern in history, still used worldwide.
Specifications
- Pattern: 4-color large organic blobs - Black, Brown, Light Green, Dark Green
- Pantone: Black 7C, Brown 483C, Green 3435C, Green 3415C
- Fabric: 50/50 NyCo Ripstop, 100% Cotton Ripstop, Twill
- NIR: Near Infrared compliant for night vision protection
- Enlargement: 4x4 inch repeat, non-directional
- Origin: US Army Natick Labs 1981, replaced ERDL
Uses
- Terrain: Dense jungle, temperate woodland, European forests
- Branches: US Army, USMC, NATO, Police, Hunting
- Gear: BDU, DCU, M65 field jackets, boonie hats, backpacks
Why Woodland M81
Excellent breakup at medium to long range, high contrast blobs disrupt human silhouette, cheap to produce, works with woodland equipment. Most recognizable military pattern worldwide.
Care
Wash cold at 30°C, no bleach to preserve NIR coating, tumble low, do not iron NIR treatment, avoid fabric softeners that degrade IR protection.