Cold Weather Clothing Flashcards
1
Q
Name the 4 types of ‘cold’ according to the USMC.
A
Wet Cold: 20-40deg; day/night variations causing freeze/thaw.
Dry Cold: (-5)-20deg.
Intense Cold: (-25)-(-5)deg, this is the operational limit of US equipment and weapons.
Extreme Cold:
2
Q
Describe the acronym for principles of wearing cold weather clothing.
A
COLD: Clean, avoid Overheating, Loose and Layered, Dry.
3
Q
What are the three principles of USMC cold weather gear?
A
A vapor transmission layer (hydrophobic base layer), an insulating layer, and a protective (wind/water proof) layer.
