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Comment: Draft is only 170 words, so this information could be added to Combat Capabilities Development Command Soldier Center or Extended Cold Weather Clothing System instead. JuniperChill (talk) 19:16, 14 February 2026 (UTC)
The Cold Temperature and Arctic Protection System (CTAPS) is a cold weather protective clothing system introduced in the 2020s for the United States Army soldiers. This system was developed by U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command Soldier Center, or DEVCOM SC, in Natick, Massachusetts. This clothing system was designed as an update and replacement for the Extended Cold Weather Clothing System, or ECWCS, using more modern materials and soldier feedback. The project initially started in 2016.[1]
Similar to its predecessor the ECWCS, the CTAPS consists of an integrated, holistic layering system. Emphasis is on warmth, maneuverability and moisture management. The clothing system consists of a base layer (L1), a lighter insulating layer (L3), a soft-shell uniform layer (L5), a cold/wet outer layer (L6) and finally an extreme cold layer (L7).[2][3]
The intended temperature range for the CTAPS to be used is from 45˚F to -65˚F (7˚C to -54˚C).[4]
The 11th Airborne Division at Fort Wainwright and Anchorage began fielding the CTAPS system on February 13, 2023.[5]
References
edit- ↑ "DEVCOM SC's Cold Temperature and Arctic Protection System serves Soldiers in austere environments". www.army.mil. 2023-04-04. Retrieved 2026-02-13.
- ↑ South, Todd (2023-10-09). "Updates on soldier gear cold weather, targeting, body armor". Army Times. Retrieved 2026-02-13.
- ↑ "Arctic Angels equipped with newest extreme cold weather gear". www.army.mil. 2023-03-01. Retrieved 2026-02-13.
- ↑ G, Eric (2024-11-01). "AUSA 24 - GORE-TEX Defense Fabrics' All Weather Integrated Clothing System | Soldier Systems Daily". Retrieved 2026-02-13.
- ↑ "Arctic Angels equipped with newest extreme cold weather gear". www.army.mil. 2023-03-01. Retrieved 2026-02-13.