USGI LC2 ALICE Frame

Description

This is a USGI ALICE Pack Frame, the later LC-2 type. Used from the 1970’s until today the ALICE pack is one of the most iconic pieces of military gear in American history, and this is the frame that holds it all together. The external nature of the frame allows it to bear a substantial amount of weight, and allows for items to be attached between the pack and the user. The aluminum construction of the frame gives it great durability, able to withstand use and abuse in the harshest of conditions. The frame includes mounting points for the shoulder and kidney straps, as well as mounting points for the actual pack to attach to the frame securely. The bars that run across the center are riveted into the main piece of the frame and provide additional support to the system. Overall this is a great option to set up your medium or large ALICE pack for camping, hiking, or tactical applications. DOES NOT include straps, waist belt or pack!

Used Frames will have scratches, paint scraped off, and various dings and dents.
Defect condition frames may have rivets popped out or missing, but will overall perform normally and can be fixed up easily.

Features:

• ALICE System – All Purpose Lightweight Individual Carrying Equipment. The ALICE system was the replacement and upgrade to all load bearing systems in the US Military that came before it. The base of the system was the M1972 system, which after only a short period of time after introduction would be changed over the the ALICE system. Base components from the M1972 system would be kept and upgraded. The system, like its predecessors, included the baseline gear for an individual to sustain themselves in a combat area. Pouches and accessories were attached by slide, belt keepers aka ALICE clips. The system was introduced in 1973 and would be used up into the early 2000’s as standard issue. It would see continued use in training environments till around 2010 as well. The ALICE system would be replaced by MOLLE gear, and used along side it for a time as well.

  Throughout the development of ALICE the designation LC-1 and LC-2 are used on a variety of gear. LC-1 equipment is gear from the initial M1972 system. Gear from that system that was carried over to ALICE would receive upgrades, improved components and materials, and be designated LC-2.

• Compatible With ALICE Rucksacks – Compatible for use with ALICE rucksacks.

Manufactured by:

• Various Government Contractors – This item is manufactured for the US government by various contractors.

Country of Manufacture: USA – This product is manufactured in the #1 country, the USA.

Issue Type: USGI – These are genuine US government issued items made to military specification (mil-spec).