Models
M90 combat clothing entered service during the late 1980s, with widespread use beginning the early 1990s. It replaced the earlier olive green M59 field uniform. The uniform is available in several different models.
- M90F: the F stands for Fält, Field, and this is the standard uniform for general issue throughout the Swedish armed forces.
- M90P: the P stands for Pansar, Armour, and this model is issued to armoured vehicle crews. It features padding on elbows and knees, suspenders, a shorter jacket, ankle pockets and penholders on the sleeves. It is also made from a heavier material providing better fire protection.
- M90H: the H stands for Helikopter, Helicopter. This is the model issued to helicopter crews. The jacket is bright orange on the inside.
The changing missions for the Swedish armed forces, with a heavier emphasis on missions abroad, has led to two new models.
- M90L: for forces working in hotter climates. The L stands for Lätt, Light. This uniform is made from thinner fabrics.
- M90TR BE (Tropik Beige) (Khaki) For forces working in desert environments. Similar in appearance to the M90L but the fabric is even thinner and features the splinter pattern in desert colours. The M90TR BE system also includes a smock due to the fact that nights in desert environments can be very cold.
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