What is the MOLLE system? And why is it the standard for military equipment around the world?

What is the MOLLE system?

The word MOLLE (pronounced molly)
It is an abbreviation in military language that stands for the word
Modular Lightweight Load-carrying Equipment

It is a system designed for use with military equipment.
Invented in 1997, it was developed by the Natick Labs development and research team.
Under the control of the US Army

The purpose is to create a new type of baggage loading system.
Versatile, robust and versatile, it replaces the old system in every situation.
Which has been used for a long time since the Vietnam War ..

At present, the MOLLE system has become the standard for armies around the world.
To install various devices on things to help soldiers in combat.
Can conveniently carry various equipment into the battlefield.

The MOLLE system is used by NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organization) soldiers.
Especially soldiers from the United Kingdom and the United States.
There are also many police and government agencies that use the MOLLE system.

This MOLLE system works with PALS, which stands for
Pouch Attachment Ladder System
Which means a step-type envelope system.
It is a nylon strap that is arranged in rows and sewn onto the bag or vest.
To enable equipment with the MOLLE system to be installed and used.

To explain it simply so that you can see it clearly:

Nylon panels on the body of the bag, vest, armor
Divided into sections with space between rows
This is what's called PALS.

And the MOLLE system is what it's all about.
So PALS is a subset of the MOLLE system.


Who uses the MOLLE system?

As a system specially designed for equipment installation
Or various bags to be able to be used with the Vest bag.

The MOLLE system is suitable for all lines of work, whether military,
Security, or personal use
Even civilians find the MOLLE system useful in their missions.
Equally diverse, such as hunting and camping.
Or even use it together with a shooting bag

This system is also great for general hiking and backpacking.
For bags to carry around and survival equipment

Benefits of using the MOLLE system

Variety of mounting positions for equipment on the MOLLE system

The MOLLE system is a system that helps users move equipment.
To distribute evenly over the user's body so that the user can carry the equipment.
More available and easy to grab without compromising mobility.

PALS nylon straps for equipment attachment can be installed on both
Wes, armor, chess, belt, bag, etc.
This gives users a wide range of positions to choose from.

After the 1980s, the US military began to invent
The installation system will replace the personal installation system.
A multi-purpose model called ALICE
(All-purpose Lightweight Individual Carrying Equipment)



Because the use of ALICE system clips has area limitations
That can be installed and used, and sometimes it is difficult to use.
Eventually, the MOLLE system was invented, which is easier to use.
It can be installed in a wider range of areas and will eventually replace the ALICE system.

The use of the MOLLE system became widespread in the later War on Terror.
The hijacking of the World Trade Center Towers
Initially, it was used with BDU (Battle Dress Uniform) uniforms.
Which is a camouflage pattern M81 Woodland and DCU (Desert Camouflage Uniform)

During the transition period, we will see images of soldiers using the MOLLE system.
With the ALICE system equipment bag.
Because the distribution that each unit receives has a different time period.

Before the MOLLE system became the standard for equipment attachment
After the introduction of the ACU (Army Combat Uniform)
Finally, with UCP (Universal Camouflage Uniform) camouflage pattern.

Current US Army uniforms using the Scorpion pattern.
And there are uniforms that use the MOLLE system as standard.

summarize

There is no doubt that the MOLLE system is a very versatile system.
For the transportation of military equipment that can be installed in any form with any equipment.
Whether it's a bag, plate carrier or equipment compartment

Even if you are not a law enforcement or military officer
You can still use the MOLLE system because it is an equipment mounting system.
Versatile, versatile and can be used in all forms.

The MOLLE system is truly the new standard for equipment attachment.

Written by Thepphong Chaiyarat on September 22, 2020
Compiled by Ranakrit Sriphumma on September 22, 2020.

References
https://bulletproofzone.com/blogs/bullet-proof-blog/what-is-molle
https://www.offgridweb.com/preparation/molle-and-pals-whats-the-difference/
https://www.propper.com/blog/MOLLE