Defensor Fortis Load Carrying System (DF-LCS)
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The 37th Contracting Squadron at Lackland AFB TX has awarded Garrett Container Systems, Inc. an award for delivery of Defensor Fortis-Load Carrying Systems. This is a base period of 12 months with four one-year option periods worth up to $16,522,924.13 for the base period and four options. Interestingly, the award stipulates that the procurement is for Air Force Security Forces only so it appears that other organizations will not be able to leverage this contract vehicle.
DF-LCS is a MOLLE-compatible load carrying system designed specifically for Air Force Security Forces and first issued in 2004. Although it originally came in OD, under the new contract DF-LCS will be offered in the Air force Digital Tiger Stripe pattern. Each Security Forces member will be issued a Rifleman’s kit as well as a Multi-Mission Pack. Additional modules for Team Leader, M-203 Grenadier, M-240 Gunner, M-249 Gunner, and K9 Handler are also available and considered an integral part of the DF-LCS kit. Each SF member is also issued a Black rolling equipment bag to store thr kit.
DF-LCS is available online from Garrett for government clients as well as Air Force members. A version of DF-LCS is also available for commercial purchase from Diamondback Tactical.
Description
The DF-LCS V2 H-Gear in the Rifleman Kit has been revamped to include several new features, improving the comfort, fit and management of the system. The Rifleman Kit comes in five different sizes (XS-XL) and 3 patterns/colors.
Each Kit Contains:
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(1) H-Gear (S/M L/XL)
(2) M-4 Triple Mag Pouch
(2) Single Frag Grenade Pouch
(2) 1 qt. Canteen Pouch / Gen. Purpose
(1) Alice Adapter
(4) M-4 Double Mag Pouch
(1) Medical Pouch/Bleeder Control
(1) Hydration Pouch
(1) Protective Insert
(3) M9 Single Mag Pouch
(1) 4 oz. Chemical Spay Holder
(1) Expandable Baton Holder (6")
(1) Expandable Baton Holder (8")
(1) Dual Handcuff Pouch
(1) Utility Pouch (9" x 3" x 5")
(1) Dual Pocket M9 Single Mag Pouch
(1) Latex Glove Pouch
(1) XTS Radio Pouch (Optional)
(1) JTRS Radio Pouch
(1) Flashlight Holder (Optional)
H-Gear Sizing Chart
Size Waist Height
XS 22"-29" 56"-66"
S 26"-33" 60"-70"
M 30"-37" 64"-74"
L 34"-41" 68"-78"
XL 38"-45" 72"-82"
V2 TEAM LEADER KIT
Part of the DF-LCS V2 Defensor Fortis Load Carrying System (DFLCS)
DF-LCS V2 SF Team Leader Kit consists of 2 each Pop Flare Pouch and 2 each Smoke Grenade Pouches. This kit is designed to attach to DF-LCS V2 H-Gear harness. This is typically issued to Fire Team leaders and above as part of the DF-LCS V2 Air Force Security Forces Defensor Fortis Load Carriage System (DF-LCS).
V2 M-249 SAW GUNNER KIT
Description
Part of the DF-LCS V2 Defensor Fortis Load Carrying System (DFLCS)
USAF SF M-249 SAW Gunner Kit consists of three (3) 200 round pouches, one (1) 9" x 3" x 5" utility pouch and one (1) 5" x3" x5" utility pouch. This kit is designed to attach to H-Gear harness. This is typically issued to M-249 SAW Gunners as part of the Air Force Security Forces Defensor Fortis Load Carriage System (DF-LCS). The M-249 SAW pouch has a split top access flap that allows the gunner to draw ammunition from either side of the pouch. The flap is held in place using adjustable straps. The inside of the pouch has an ammunition divider which uses an adjustable partition. The SAW pouch also has webbing on the outside for additional attachment options.
DF-LCS V2 M-203 GRENADIERS KIT
Description
Part of the DF-LCS V2 Defensor Fortis Load Carrying System (DFLCS)USAF SF Grenadier Kit consists of six (6) triple 40mm round pouches. This kit is designed to attach to H-Gear harness. This is typically issued to M-203 Grenadiers as part of the Air Force Security Forces Defensor Fortis Load Carriage System (DF-LCS). The unique design of the grenadier pouch is the levels of retention used to make the rounds accessible yet properly secured in the pouches. This design allows the grenadier access to one (1) round at a time and keeps additional rounds in place if the grenadier must maneuver between rounds.
DF-LCS V2 MILITARY WORKING DOG KIT
Description
The DF-LCS V2 MWD Pouch Kit consists of one (1) Patrol Med pouch with drop leg adapter, two (2) 2-quart canteen pouches and two (2) 5" x 3" x 5" utility pouches. This kit is designed to attach to H-Gear harness. This is typically issued to MWD handlers as part of the Air Force Security Forces Defensor Fortis Load Carriage System (DF-LCS). The patrol med pouch is attached to a drop leg holster with Velcro fasteners. This pouch has a zipper closure device and it also has an exterior zippered pocket. The interior of the pouch has a zippered pocket as well as an open pocket for storage and separated storage slots. The 2-quart canteen pouches are designed to hold a standard military 2-quart canteen or they can be used for general purpose storage. The pouch has a plastic snap fastener.
Garrett Container Awarded DF-LCS Contract
The 37th Contracting Squadron at Lackland AFB TX has awarded Garrett Container Systems, Inc. an award for delivery of Defensor Fortis-Load Carrying Systems. This is a base period of 12 months with four one-year option periods worth up to $16,522,924.13 for the base period and four options. Interestingly, the award stipulates that the procurement is for Air Force Security Forces only so it appears that other organizations will not be able to leverage this contract vehicle.
DF-LCS is a MOLLE-compatible load carrying system designed specifically for Air Force Security Forces and first issued in 2004. Although it originally came in OD, under the new contract DF-LCS will be offered in the Air force Digital Tiger Stripe pattern. Each Security Forces member will be issued a Rifleman’s kit as well as a Multi-Mission Pack. Additional modules for Team Leader, M-203 Grenadier, M-240 Gunner, M-249 Gunner, and K9 Handler are also available and considered an integral part of the DF-LCS kit. Each SF member is also issued a Black rolling equipment bag to store thr kit.
DF-LCS is available online from
Garrett for government clients as well as Air Force members. A version of DF-LCS is also available for commercial purchase from
Diamondback Tactical.
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