Czeck Army JP-75A Chemical Protective Kit

JP-75A chemical kit
JP-75A NBC Protective kit

The original Anti-chemical cape JP 75 A used by Czechoslovakian army during 1970's-90's. Raincoat was intended to protect against chemical warfare agents and radioactive fallout, it is thus very strong reinforced PVC in military olive color. The package also includes overshoes that protects the entire foot to the knee and pair of gloves.

The chemical kit is a one-time use for poisoning. The kit has multiple uses for radioactive contamination and for use in training.

The kit is made of special material that is sufficiently resistant to poisonous substances and has a flame retardant finish.

The JP-75A anti-chemical kit is an all-rounder designed to protect people, their clothing, and personal weapons from drops or aerosol of poisonous substances, radioactive substances and bacteriological (biological) agents. Partially protects against the effects of light radiation nuclear explosion and flammable substances.



The JP-75A chemical kit consists of:

Hooded Raincoat,
Over Boots,
Gloves.

By default, the chemical kit is supplied folded to a size of 26 x 32 cm and sealed into a polyethylene container.

The Raincoat forms an integral whole with the hood and its cut allows you to carry lightweight field equipment under it and hide a personal weapon if necessary. At the bottom edge on the inside of the raincoat placed two pockets for storing slippers and gloves. The raincoat is marked with the size number and manufacturing data printed on the lower edge of the front panel.

Overboots can be made in various variants and with some modifications to reduce the possibility of slipping on a smooth surface and improve performance. They reach above the knees and are fastened with laces either on the belt or around the foot. The tread is multilayered and reinforced with an inner liner.

Gloves are three-fingered, with wrist sealing rubber.




Sizes are distinguished for Raincoats and Overboots.

The raincoat is available in three sizes:

- No 1 for persons up to 170 cm high,

- No 2 for persons between 171 and 179 cm tall,

- No 3 for persons 180 cm and over.


Overboots are available in two sizes:

- No 1 for shoe sizes of heading 29,
- No 2 for shoe sizes above number 29.


Gloves are produced in one size. Overboots and gloves does not distinguish between right and left.

Using the chemical kit:


The chemical kit released from storage shall be removed from the polyethylene packaging in which it was stored, checked for completeness, integrity and packed. The chemical kit thus stored is stored in a carrying case in which it is carried in a marching position.


In the protective position, the chemical kit can be used as a raincoat or a raincoat dressed with sleeves and slippers and gloves on.