U.S. Military M56 Individual Equipment Belt

This is the M56 Individual Equipment Belt that was used in the US Military. The belt was used to carry all the individual pouches issued and is ALICE compatible. The belt is adjustable and is secured with a simple metal ball buckle. These old school cotton belts are a great way to complete a vintage pouch collection. Used. Made in USA.

Medium: For Waists 30″ and Under

Features:

• Buckled Belt – Belt is secured around the users waist with a buckle.
• 2 Inch Belt – Belt webbing or material is 2 inches wide.
• ALICE Compatible – This item uses the ALICE, All-Purpose Lightweight Individual Carrying Equipment, system. This system was used by the US Military starting in 1973 and was replaced with MOLLE gear. The system uses simple metal clips (slide, belt keepers) to mount pouches and accessories to webbing on gear and equipment.