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British Army surplus

British Army MTP Bivvy Bag

Ex-forces surplus MTP bivvy bag in a waterproof, breathable Gore-Tex-type membrane, with no zip and a drawcord hood.

Weight
900 g
Waterproof
n/aBreathable MVP membrane
Packed
28 × 12 cm

Best price found

£29.99

at Springfields · In stock · Grade 1 used

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  • Surplus & OutdoorsIn stock · Grade 1 used£39.99View Deal
  • Surplus & LostOut of stock at check · Grade 1 used£14.99View Deal

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  • Waterproof
  • Breathable
  • Taped seams
  • Drawcord hood

Specifications

Weight
900 g (Approximate: Surplus & Outdoors gives about 900 g, Springfields 900–1,100 g depending on batch. Sold used (Grade 1))
Packed size
28 × 12 cm
Fabric
Waterproof, breathable MVP membrane, described by sellers as "Gore-Tex type"; layers not stated
Hydrostatic head
Not stated by maker
Open size
About 230–260 cm long, 80–110 cm at the shoulders (sellers differ)
Entry
No zip; wide gusseted opening with drawcord hood
Breathable
Breathable MVP membrane

Pros & cons

  • No zip to fail: a wide gusseted opening with a drawcord hood (Springfields, Surplus & Outdoors)
  • Waterproof and breathable with taped seams, from £29.99 in Grade 1 condition
  • Sold used, so condition varies: check the seams and hood before relying on it
  • No maker spec: sellers quote 900 g to 1,100 g, heavier than most civilian bivvies

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