What does BDU mean for pants?

The concept of the Battle Dress Uniform came about in the 1980’s and was driven by the need for a more functional uniform for those in the military with a more advanced (for the time) camouflage pattern.

What are ripstop BDU pants?

The First Class Ripstop Tactical BDU Pants are made from 65% polyester & 35% cotton, providing a tough construction for tactical maneuvers. The fabric is quick drying and the pants have reinforced seat and knee areas. It has double-stitched seams and is machine washable.

What size is medium regular in BDU pants?

31-35 inches
Pants Size Chart

Size Waist
X-Small up to 27 inches
Small 27-31 inches
Medium 31-35 inches
Large 35-39 inches

When were BDUs phased out?

The Army began phasing out the woodland and desert-pattered uniforms on June 14, 2004 with debut of the digital-patterned Army Combat Uniform. “Our Army is always looking to constantly improve on everything we do, both on and off the battlefield,” said Sgt. Maj. Katrina L.

What is cotton ripstop?

Ripstop Fabrics are crafted with double warp and weft threads woven into a crosshatch pattern that makes them resistant to tearing and ripping. Cotton Ripstop Fabric is denser and heavier than most cotton materials.

What size army pants am I?

Pants Size Chart

Size Waist
Small 27-31 inches
Medium 31-35 inches
Large 35-39 inches
XL 39-43 inches

What is a BDU pants?

BDUs are fatigues that have been used forever by active duty military personnel, tactical teams and any looking for a comfortable, rugged, fashionable pair of cargo pants. Our BDU pants offer ample storage space with a six-pocket design to keep your essential tools readily available.

What are the best BDU pants for camping?

Here at Galls, we are proud to carry a large selection of the best BDU pants in both camo and solid colors from the industry’s top-selling brands. These brands include 5.11 Tactical, TRU-SPEC, Propper, First Tactical and many more.

How many pockets are on Propper BDU pants?

These camo pants come complete with six pockets, felled seams and reinforced seat and knees. These Propper BDU pants are also fade, shrink and wrinkle-resistant to maintain a professional appearance.

Do public safety departments still use BDU pants?

Although they are no longer part of the approved military uniform, BDU pants are still widely used by many public safety departments for their durability, utility and practical features.