The Modular Lightweight Load-carrying Equipment (MOLLE) was designed to replace the All-purpose Lightweight Individual Carrying Equipment (ALICE) and Integrated Individual Fighting System (IIFS).

MOLLE full rucksack load configuration

Components

The MOLLE consists of

• a main pack and shoulder straps attached to the frame that can accommodate add-on components including
  • a radio pocket
  • a 6-mag bandoleer
  • a sleep system carrier
  • a patrol pack
  • two sustainment pockets
• a butt pack (8465-01-465-2058)
  • the same basic design as the IIFS variant of the training field pack in woodland camouflage pattern (8465-00-935-6825)
• a load bearing vest that can accept removable pockets for various configrations
• six foot lashing straps (8465-01-465-2095)
• hydration system (8465-01-465-2154)
  • hydration carrier (8465-01-465-2131)
  • hydration bladder (8465-01-465-2096)
• repair kit (8465-01-465-2080)
• accessories
  • ALICE clip adapter (8465-01-465-2062)
  • K-Bar adapter (8465-01-465-2272)

The Interlocking Attachment System is used to attach pockets to the vest, packs, and waist belt.

Pockets

1. 100 round magazine/utility pocket
   • 8465-01-465-2070
   • 5 9/16 x 4 5/8 x 2 5/8
   • quick-release buckle closure
   • Issued as a utility pocket regardless of duty position.
2. 200 round magazine pocket
   • 8465-01-465-2263
   • 7 3/4 x 6 1/2 x 3 1/8
   • quick-release buckle closure
3. medical pocket
   • 6532-01-467-4988
   • 8465-01-467-4988
   • slide fastener and/or hook-and-loop fastener tab closure
4. 30 round single magazine pocket
   • 8465-01-465-2079
   • snap and/or hook-and-loop fastener closure with pull tab
5. 30 round double magazine pocket
   • 8465-01-465-2092
   • snap and/or hook-and-loop fastener closure with pull tab
6. single high explosive 40mm grenade pocket
   • 8465-01-465-4416
   • snap fastener closure
7. double high explosive 40mm grenade pocket
   • 8465-01-465-4417
   • snap fastener closure
8. double 40mm illumination round pocket
   • 8465-01-465-4445
   • snap fastener closure
9. 9 mm magazine pocket
   • 8465-01-465-2155
   • snap fastener closure
10. fragmentation grenade pocket
    • 8465-01-465-2093
    • snap fastener closure

Instruction

• MOLLE Care and Use Manual

Improvement

• MOLLE II

References

• "Researchers Work to Lighten the Soldier's Load". The Warrior. April-June 1998. [html]
• "Move Over ALICE, Here Comes MOLLE". The Warrior. November-December 1998. [html]
• "Lessons Learned During the Development of the Modular Lightweight Load-Carrying Equipment (MOLLE) System" [pdf]