BRITISH ARMY PROTECTIVE NBC SUIT. NO.1,MK.III B SMOCK AND PANTS

This is an original No. 1, Mk III NBC suit. These protective suits were introduced in 1976.  This suit has two pieces, the hooded smock and the pants.   

This protective suit is used for working in chemical or nuclear battlefield.  Both pieces have been issued in a vacuum sealed bag, with the paper label visible in the front. 

This smock has been dated "August, 1985".  The pants are date:  "July, 1985". Size:  Medium

The smock and pants are in a woodland camo pattern and are made from modoacrylic and nylon.  The inside of the pieces has a black liner made of a charcoal impregnated fabric. This fabric protects the wearer from radiation. 

The British NBC suit was designed to have air pockets inside it to make it more comfortable to wear for long periods of time.  The suit was meant to give protection for up to 24 hours.

Though this is an original set in its original packaging we can not offer any warranty as to its protective abilities as it is several decades old.  Pants and smock only does not include facemask, boots, gloves, etc.