individual shelter system (ISS)
Western Shelter’s next generation of combat. Lightweight, durable, and designed for one as a free-standing protective system that strikes swiftly.
description
The Western Shelter Individual Shelter System (ISS) is the next generation one soldier combat shelter currently being used by the U.S. military. This next generation shelter is mode of lightweight, durable, flame resistant rip stop nylon. The ISS is a versatile, man-portable, shelter system for one person. The ISS tent consists of a shelter body, an attachable rain fly (provides a waterproof shelter and forms a shelter storage vestibule, it also can function separately as a hooch), support poles, ground stakes, carry bag, and a field repair kit. The ISS is a single-storage vestibule, one-person size, double-walled, free-standing shelter that strikes easily. The ISS provides protection from rain, wind, and snow in climates ranging from basic cold through tropical hot without leaking or collapsing. The shelter is made with flame resistant materials.
Features and Benefits
• Lightweight, man-portable, 6.5 lbs maximum weight
• Free-standing
• Blackout capable
• Waterproof with attachable rain fly
• Field repairable
• Made from flame resistant material
• Color: ACU, Woodland, OCP Operational
Minimum configuration, overhead protection to provide essential environmental protection from rain and snow
Shelter component capable of being closed, while still providing adequate ventilation, and interfacing with the minimum configuration
Essential environmental protection from wind, rain, and snow to the Soldier and his equipment
Capable as a stand-alone, closed-configuration shelter; minimum visual signature and profile
Camouflage; self-supporting and durable to provide 120 days minimum service
