Required Equipment List for East German (NVA) Forces

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Required Items:
2 sets of East German Field Uniforms
1 full set of 2nd generation web gear.
2 assault packs
1 winter hat .
1 soft cap
1 helmet, with either cover or net. (preferably both).
Sealed Rated Goggles.
Kalashnikov Series weapon
Greater than 3000 MAH worth of batteries
Low or mid cap mags
Minimum of 4 pairs of socks
Long johns
Warmth layer, or winter uniform
Warm Gloves
Scarf or neck gaiter
Black leather combat Boots
Military sleeping bag
Wool blanket
Sleeping pad
Zeltbahn
Wristwatch
Dead rags (2)
East German Canteen with cup
Capacity to carry at least 2 liters of water
East German shovel with carrier
A spoon and East German Mess kit
Rag for cleaning mess kit
EB Compass
Flashlight (Prefer NVA boxlight)
Personal first aid kit
Personal care kit:
Equipment care kit
Pad of paper and a pencil
NVA duffle bag

Recommended Items:
Military cot
Spare pair of boots
Second Zeltbahn
East German ID/Document pouch
Soviet gas stove
Trioxane Fuel Tablets.
Russian or East German coffee cup
Foot locker
Wet wipes