{"product_id":"british-army-mtp-plce-100-litre-long-back-bergen-grade-1","title":"British Army MTP PLCE 100 Litre Long Back Bergen - Grade 1","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: 14pt; orphans: 2; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e   British Army MTP Long Back Bergen – Grade 1\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe British Army MTP Long Back Bergen is a genuine military-surplus rucksack built for carrying substantial loads during field exercises, deployments and extended periods outdoors. Part of the classic British Army PLCE load-carrying system, it combines rugged military construction with a large main compartment, supportive carrying system and the instantly recognisable Multi-Terrain MTP camouflage pattern.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLong Back\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e version is designed for users with a longer torso, providing an extended back profile that helps position the load more comfortably across the shoulders, back and hips. This makes it particularly well suited to taller users and anyone who finds the standard short-back Bergen too compact.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConstructed from tough military-grade fabric, the Bergen was designed to withstand demanding field use, repeated loading and harsh outdoor conditions. Its reinforced build makes it an excellent choice for wild camping, bushcraft, hiking, military collecting, festivals, cadet activities and carrying bulky equipment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA large top-loading main compartment provides substantial room for clothing, sleeping equipment, cooking kit and other outdoor essentials. The extendable inner section features a drawcord closure, allowing the contents to be secured before the lid is fastened over the top.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Bergen also incorporates zipped storage within the lid for smaller equipment that needs to remain accessible. This is useful for items such as maps, gloves, torches, first aid equipment and other smaller essentials.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePadded adjustable shoulder straps help distribute heavier loads, while the adjustable padded waist belt transfers some of the weight onto the hips. An internal aluminium frame provides additional structure and support when the Bergen is heavily loaded.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZips positioned on either side of the Bergen allow compatible British Army PLCE side pouches to be attached. Standard side pouches provide approximately 10 litres of additional storage each and can also be combined with a compatible yoke to create a separate 20-litre daysack.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease note: side pouches and yoke are not included unless specifically stated otherwise.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Multi-Terrain MTP camouflage pattern gives the Bergen its classic British Army appearance and makes it particularly desirable for military collectors as well as customers looking for genuine, field-proven surplus equipment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGenuine British Army military surplus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMulti-Terrain MTP camouflage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePLCE Long Back Bergen design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned for longer torso lengths\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeavy-duty military construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLarge top-loading main compartment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExtendable drawcord inner section\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZipped lid storage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePadded adjustable shoulder straps\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdjustable padded waist belt\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInternal aluminium support frame\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompatible with PLCE side pouches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSide attachment zips\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSide pouches can add approximately 20L total capacity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompatible side pouches can form a daysack with a yoke\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable for carrying bulky outdoor equipment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdeal for camping, bushcraft and military collections\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Military Bergen \/ Rucksack\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCountry \/ Organisation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e United Kingdom\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eService:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e British Army\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePattern:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Multi-Terrain MTP\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSystem:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e PLCE\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBack Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Long Back\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Heavy-Duty Military Fabric\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrame:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Internal Aluminium Frame\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMain Compartment:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Large Top-Loading Compartment\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClosure:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Drawcord Inner with Secured Lid\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShoulder Straps:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Padded \u0026amp; Adjustable\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWaist Belt:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Padded \u0026amp; Adjustable\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSide Pouch Compatibility:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e British Army PLCE Rocket Pouches\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdditional Capacity with Side Pouches:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 20 Litres\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended Uses:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Wild Camping, Bushcraft, Hiking, Cadets, Military Collecting, Festivals \u0026amp; Outdoor Equipment\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese Bergens are genuine British Army surplus supplied in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrade 1 used condition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey have previously been issued and used during military service but remain fully functional and suitable for continued use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs genuine surplus equipment, individual Bergens may show signs of previous service including:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGeneral surface wear\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmall marks or stains\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFading to the MTP camouflage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrevious owner names or identification markings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMinor scuffs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSigns of previous military storage and use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOccasional professional military repairs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVariations in labels, buckles and manufacturing details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrade 1 Bergens should remain serviceable, with the main straps, buckles and carrying system functioning correctly. They should not be expected to look new or unissued.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese signs of previous use are normal for genuine military surplus and add to the authentic character of each Bergen.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith its heavy-duty construction, supportive Long Back carrying system and proven British Army PLCE design, the MTP Bergen remains an excellent choice for customers looking for a serious load-carrying rucksack for outdoor use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Pools Surplus Stores","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57246784094586,"sku":null,"price":59.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0027\/6371\/8713\/files\/6BB0D1D9-1480-40B5-9384-35C0CEC964AB.jpg?v=1788953401","url":"https:\/\/poolssurplus.co.uk\/products\/british-army-mtp-plce-100-litre-long-back-bergen-grade-1","provider":"Pools Surplus Stores","version":"1.0","type":"link"}