What is Federal Supply Class 8470?

FSC 8470 is the Federal Supply Class (formally known as NATO Supply Classification Class NSC 8470) in the USA for supply items codified in the category of Armor, Personal.

What is NATO Supply Classification Class 8470?

NSC 8470 is the NATO Supply Classification Class (also known as Federal Supply Class FSC 8470 in the USA) for supply items codified in the category of Armor, Personal.

Which Federal Supply Group is FSC 8470 in?

FSC 8470 is in Federal Supply Group (FSG) 84 which contains Clothing, Individual Equipment, Insignia, and Jewelry.

Which NATO Supply Classification Group is NSC 8470 in?

NSC 8470is in NATO Supply Classification Group (NSG) 84 which contains Clothing, Individual Equipment, Insignia, and Jewelry.

What is a Ground Troops' Helmet?

A Ground Troops' Helmet (HELMET,GROUND TROOPS') is a dome-shaped head covering of metal or other suitable material, designed to be worn over a liner to protect the head from flying projectiles. Excludes HELMET,GROUND TROOPS'-PARACHUTISTS' and HELMET,PARACHUTISTS'.

What is a Fragmentation Protective Body Armor Insert?

A Fragmentation Protective Body Armor Insert (INSERT,FRAGMENTATION PROTECTIVE BODY ARMOR) is a component of body armor that is put into a frame, garment, or the like for the purpose of protecting specific parts of the body from low velocity shell, grenade, or mine fragments. It is usually removable for purposes of replacement.

What is a Fragmentation-Small Arms Protective Body Armor?

A Fragmentation-Small Arms Protective Body Armor (BODY ARMOR,FRAGMENTATION-SMALL ARMS PROTECTIVE) is body armor designed to provide protection from low velocity shell, grenade, or mine fragments, and from bullets of firearms of small caliber, such as pistols, carbines, rifles, and the like, including armor piercing projectiles.

What is a Small Arms Protective Body Armor Carrier?

A Small Arms Protective Body Armor Carrier (CARRIER,SMALL ARMS PROTECTIVE BODY ARMOR) is a carrier or pouch like item designed to hold and position body armor insert(s) that protects the chest area from bullets of small caliber firearms such as pistols, carbines, rifles and the like, including armor piercing projectiles. This carrier includes body armor insert(s). For carriers not constructed of ballistic protective material and do not include body armor insert(s), see CARRIER,NON-BALLISTIC PROTECTIVE,ARMOR-CARRYING. Excludes VEST (1),SMALL ARMS PROTECTIVE BODY ARMOR.

Armor, Personal - Singapore (SG)

Federal Supply Class (FSC): 8470

NATO Supply Classification Class (NSC): 8470

Federal Supply Group (FSG): 84 Clothing, Individual Equipment, Insignia, and Jewelry

NATO Supply Classification Group (NSG): 84 Clothing, Individual Equipment, Insignia, and Jewelry

Items Managed by Singapore (SG) - NCB is 32

NSN Format for Armor, Personal
Codified by Singapore

84	70	32	XXX
Group FSG	Class	NCB	Identifier
FSC Federal Supply Class		NIIN
NSN

NATO Supply Class 8470 is a classification within NATO Supply Group 84, which encompasses Clothing, Individual Equipment, Insignia, and Jewelry.

Specifically, NATO Supply Class 8470 is dedicated to Armor, Personal. This includes various types of protective gear and equipment designed to safeguard individuals in combat or hazardous situations.

Armor, Personal within this classification can include items such as body armor, ballistic vests, helmets, protective gloves, and other protective clothing or accessories. These items are designed to provide protection against ballistic threats, fragmentation, and other potential hazards faced by military personnel or individuals in high-risk professions.

The purpose of NATO Supply Class 8470 is to ensure standardized categorization and identification of personal armor equipment across NATO member countries. This classification system facilitates efficient procurement, logistics, and interoperability among allied forces.

It is important to note that the specific items and specifications within NATO Supply Class 8470 may vary depending on the individual country's military requirements and standards. Therefore, it is recommended to consult the relevant NATO documentation or national military regulations for detailed information on the specific items included in this classification.

FSC 8470 Armor, Personal - Singapore (SG)

Includes Clothing specially designed for use as personal armor.

Excludes All specialized flight clothing and accessories which may contain ballistic resistant properties as a secondary function. Excludes special purpose clothing wherein the primary function is for purposes other than ballistic protection

Note-Where applicable, clothing items which are intended for use by both men and women are classified in the appropriate "men's" class.

Frequently Asked Questions(FAQ) for Federal Supply Class 8470

What is Federal Supply Class 8470?: FSC 8470 is the Federal Supply Class (formally known as NATO Supply Classification Class NSC 8470) in the USA for supply items codified in the category of Armor, Personal.
What is NATO Supply Classification Class 8470?: NSC 8470 is the NATO Supply Classification Class (also known as Federal Supply Class FSC 8470 in the USA) for supply items codified in the category of Armor, Personal.
Which Federal Supply Group is FSC 8470 in?: FSC 8470 is in Federal Supply Group (FSG) 84 which contains Clothing, Individual Equipment, Insignia, and Jewelry.
Which NATO Supply Classification Group is NSC 8470 in?: NSC 8470 is in NATO Supply Classification Group (NSG) 84 which contains Clothing, Individual Equipment, Insignia, and Jewelry.

Supply Items Included in Federal Supply Class 8470

What is a Ground Troops' Helmet? 12 Items: A Ground Troops' Helmet (HELMET,GROUND TROOPS') is a dome-shaped head covering of metal or other suitable material, designed to be worn over a liner to protect the head from flying projectiles. Excludes HELMET,GROUND TROOPS'-PARACHUTISTS' and HELMET,PARACHUTISTS'.
What is a Fragmentation Protective Body Armor Insert? 20 Items: A Fragmentation Protective Body Armor Insert (INSERT,FRAGMENTATION PROTECTIVE BODY ARMOR) is a component of body armor that is put into a frame, garment, or the like for the purpose of protecting specific parts of the body from low velocity shell, grenade, or mine fragments. It is usually removable for purposes of replacement.
What is a Fragmentation-Small Arms Protective Body Armor? 16 Items: A Fragmentation-Small Arms Protective Body Armor (BODY ARMOR,FRAGMENTATION-SMALL ARMS PROTECTIVE) is body armor designed to provide protection from low velocity shell, grenade, or mine fragments, and from bullets of firearms of small caliber, such as pistols, carbines, rifles, and the like, including armor piercing projectiles.
What is a Small Arms Protective Body Armor Carrier? 35 Items: A Small Arms Protective Body Armor Carrier (CARRIER,SMALL ARMS PROTECTIVE BODY ARMOR) is a carrier or pouch like item designed to hold and position body armor insert(s) that protects the chest area from bullets of small caliber firearms such as pistols, carbines, rifles and the like, including armor piercing projectiles. This carrier includes body armor insert(s). For carriers not constructed of ballistic protective material and do not include body armor insert(s), see CARRIER,NON-BALLISTIC PROTECTIVE,ARMOR-CARRYING. Excludes VEST (1),SMALL ARMS PROTECTIVE BODY ARMOR.