Basically, the only difference is multicam has vertical splotches, scorpion does not. May 27, 2014 according to army times, scorpion w2 is derived from the originally scorpion pattern developed in 2002 by crye precision, the company that manufactures multicam. The operational camouflage pattern, or ocp, has been developed as a single camouflage pattern designed to reflect surrounding colors that exist in a variety of environments, at different times of the day, in varying elevations, seasons, and weather conditions. Our genuine ocp uniforms are authorized for use by air force and army personnel just add your nametapes, patches, rank, and other customizations, and well get your new. Considering the army created the situation, at the soldier level run with it. Scorpion w2 resembles the well known multicam pattern in several ways hues not the least but the two are not the same though they do share the same name operational camouflage pattern. The scorpion camouflage pattern is a multicam pattern with very slight differences. The air force ocp mandatory wear date is april 1st, 2021, in addition all patches must. Mistake or not, the army should not be referring to ocp as multicam. Current universal camouflage pattern ucp and multicam acus may be worn until the wearout date on september 30, 2019. All our ir patches are 100% american made we have military patches, reflective military patches, infrared reflective military patches, and nonfabric glotape military patches with velcro brand hook backing. The air force ocp mandatory wear date is april 1, 2021, in addition all patches must be.
Ocp, acu, abu, bdu, dcu, mccuu, marpat, nwu, odu, multicam. Us military army vietnam patch badge insignia radio rt uniform. Army has been very hushhush about its decision to replace its universal camouflage pattern with scorpion, a pattern the service has owned since 2002. Armys main camouflage pattern on the army combat uniform acu. What you will receive one top and one bottom in scorpion w2 pattern. See more ideas about patches, army patches and the unit. Unit patch to be worn on the operational camouflage pattern acu uniform or the multicam uniform military spec made in u. Patch color is bagby green per authorized specifications from tioh the institute of heraldry 1st cavalry division ocp patch scorpion w2 2 pack. Operational camouflage pattern ocp, originally codenamed scorpion w2, is a military. Velcro or equivalent hook fastener unit patch to be worn on the operational camouflage pattern acu uniform or the multicam uniform army ssi shoulder sleeve insignia patch military spec made in u. This scorpion w2 ocp badge air assault was made for the official us military apparel of the us. Ssi are available in ocp, multicam, and acu digital patterns. Scorpion w2 and multicam sidebyside soldier systems daily.
Marines wear multicam and other scorpion w2 news breach. Im curious what was issued when, in what configuration, and how to. Ocp scorpion w2 camouflage how to diy tutorial youtube. Whats the difference between multicam and scorpion. Scorpion w2 w2 uniform army combat ocp operational for. Issued multicamscorpion ocp posted in camouflage uniforms. For army soldiers, the ocp camo, or scorpion w2 pattern, became available for. Our milspec patches have been sold to the army special forces 1st group, army rangers, seal team 6, boarder patrol, and the air force.
Army uniform regulation ocp multicam patch hook fastener back these scorpion w2 ocp rank and badge patches are made for official u. Qualification insignia award in ocp or even multicam camouflage color of us military patch to wear on acu uniform of the us forces. Medic ocp patch scorpion w2 is military spec with for the multicam, army combat uniform acu operational camouflage pattern. Us army ocp acu scorpion w2 combat uniform jacket pants. I ordered two of these patches along with some of the other smaller same colored ones for my multicam and they look sweet. Log in or sign up to join this rallypoint discussion. Army shoulder patches, officially known as shoulder sleeve insignia ssi, are worn on the upper left arm of the army combat uniform. Scorpion w2 aafes vs kellacuspatriot i know there are a lot of ocp posts but this is a genuine question that might help people before they rush out to buy uniforms. Multicam is a great pattern but you cant tell me that scorpion w2 is not effective just because those little vertical elements are missing, you cant even see them from about twenty yards away. Scorpion w2 is on the left and multicam pattern on the right. The ocp has a sixcolor palette and smooth lines, allowing its camouflage to better blend into various environments. We carry hats, coats, patches, pants and more so you can get everything you require in just one order. The contracts, labels and descriptions will all say ocp regardless of whether the fabric is printed with multicam or scorpion w2 meaning no changes to contracts or nsns. Operational camouflage pattern ocp, originally codenamed scorpion w2, is a military camouflage pattern.
Ocp multicam uniforms military ocp uniforms kellac. Im curious about the communitys opinion on this issue. Army scorpion multicam ocp operational camouflage pattern patches page 3. American flag scorpion w2 ocp ir patches choose type. Army ssi shoulder sleeve insignia patch patch color is bagby green per. Because scorpion is similar to multicam, the same color velcro, buttons, and zippers can be reused. Unit patch to be worn on the army ocp uniform or the multicam uniform. Us army air assault badge in scorpion w2 ocp pattern buy. Gi multicam ocp fr shirt genuine us army issue insect washed size mr. Upon the release of photos of scorpion w2, predator intelligence posted a sidebyside comparison to the armys ocp multicam pattern, which can be seen here from the available photos, the scorpion w2 variant appears to be an enlarged version of the original scorpion pattern, likely with color changes for improved visual and nir performance.
The original scorpion pattern was jointly developed by crye precision and the army for the objective force warrior program in 2002, and crye made small adjustments for trademark purposes to create. How to tell the difference between multicam and ocp youtube. Upon the release of photos of scorpion w2, predator intelligence posted a sidebyside comparison to the armys ocp multicam pattern, which can be seen here. We have limited stock on the us gi ocp scorpion w2 camo uniform pants, so place your order today. Army scorpion camouflage, very little, but in todays internet age, even a little information can act like breadcrumbs leading us to a better understand as to why the scorpion camouflage was removed. Velcro or equivalent hook fastener unit patch to be worn on. Scorpion is lighter and made up of smaller areas of horizontal color. Glenns army surplus has a decent inventory of this rare and hard to find multicam aircrew combat uniforms. Official scorpion w2 ocp uniforms now available at patriot outfitters. Miscellaneous unit patch nsns multicam ocp scorpion w2. They match up perfect and are the same size as the velcro places meant for them on hats the condor multicam hat as well. However, the two sidebyside patterns are scaled based on the pattern repeat.
The dead spots where w2 is basically monochromatic are going to be huge. Jul 17, 2014 armys new scorpion w2 looks just like multicam. Jan 29, 2016 learn how to paint ocp scorpion w2 operational camouflage. Patch color is bagby green per authorized specifications from tioh the institute of heraldry. What is the difference between ocp and mulitcam camouflage. The pattern resembles multicam with muted greens, light beige, and dark brown colors, but uses fewer beigebrown patches and no. These uniforms and gear can take on the overall appearance of dominant colors, such.
These scorpion w2 ocp rank and badge patches are made for official wear on the u. The pattern resembles multicam with muted greens, light beige, and dark brown colors, but uses fewer beigebrown patches and no vertical twig and branch elements. Otherwise, they are misleading soldiers and applying the proven effectiveness of multicam to the asyetunproven scorpion w2. Get the best deals on original current army patches when you shop the largest online selection at.
Usgi ocp scorpion w2 nyco garrison uniform perimeter. As of september 30, 2019 all service members must have uniforms in the new scorpion w2 ocp. Multicam vs scorpion camo the ocp has a sixcolor palette and smooth lines, allowing its camouflage to better blend into various environments. Full color versions of these patches are worn on the now retired service green uniform, replaced by wear of combat service identification badges. Hook and loopfaced patches can accommodate rank insignia, unit patch, and name tapes nametape and patches not included. In may 2014, the army selected a pattern similar to multicam called scorpion w2 to replace ucp, naming it the operational camouflage pattern ocp. Unit patch to be worn on the operational camouflage pattern acu uniform or the multicam uniform. All of our ir patches attach with velcro brand fasteners on military field and flight uniforms to provide covert combat identification. Kind reminds me of edrl vs m81 they basically blew edrl up and. Ocp resembles multicam with muted greens, light beige, and dark brown colors, but uses fewer beige and brown patches and no vertical twig and branch elements. All the rest have 34 patches on each, they are frayed. Scorpion ocp combat uniform xx large x long set new.
Scorpion w2s color palette of muted greens, light beige and dark brown resembles multicam, the pattern used by soldiers deploying to afghanistan, army times said. See more ideas about patches, scorpion and army patches. Camo multicam military tent litefighter 1 shelter system. From the available photos, the scorpion w2 variant appears to be an enlarged version of the original scorpion pattern, likely with color changes for improved visual and nir performance. I think it has to do with it being fire resistant, the old fracus always fade fast too. Army scorpion multicam ocp operational camouflage pattern patches page 7. The army almost replaced ucp with multicam late last year, but talks with crye broke down over money.
Us special forces tab multicam ocp scorpion camo hook. Can you wear acu unit patches with the new ocpmulticam after july 1st. Sapper tab patch with velcro or equivalent hook fastener military specifications in accordance with tioh worn above unit patch on. Patch color is bagby green per authorized specifications from tioh the institute of heraldry designed for the. Buy us gi ocp scorpion w2 camo uniform pants from army.
The pattern resembles multicam with muted greens, light beige and dark brown colors, but uses fewer beige and brown patches and. Army patrol cap sewon service ocp air force patrol cap sewon service ocp patrol cap sewon service acu digital showing results 1 to 5 of 5 total. The multicam pattern was developed to effectively limit the visual and nearir signature of a person operating across a very wide. The two patterns are not interchangeable and you may not mix multicam and ocp in one uniform set. Velcro or equivalent hook fastener unit patch to be worn on the operational camouflage pattern acu uniform or the multicam uniform army ssi. Our products are designed and manufactured exclusively in the usa. Scorpion w2 army combat uniform that is replacing digital acu and multicam uniforms. Jan 08, 2015 however, multicam is a brand name of a commercially available pattern, that the us army did not select as its new camouflage. We have a complete arsenal of uniforms and accessories in scorpion ocp and multicam for military servicemen and women.
Us army combat uniform original genuine issue scorpion w2 us size small regular material. Are the multicam unit patches the same color and therefore authorized as the. The ways scorpion ocp varies from multicam are fairly basic, but the fact remains differences exist. Actual wear out date for multicam is 30 september 2019. Aug 24, 2014 like peas and carrots, the scorpion w2 and multicam patterns are certainly complimentary but they arent exact matches. I can tell you this, the design changes to the new uniform are great collar, button cuffs, zipper on the arm pockets, etc. Army ssi shoulder sleeve insignia patch with hook fastener. We tell you how to decipher between the current army ocp patterns with this short and simple guide. Can anyone explain the difference between ocp and multicam. Share scorpion w2 w2 uniform army combat ocp operational. Operational camouflage pattern ocp, originally codenamed scorpion w2, is a military camouflage pattern adopted in the mid2010s by the united states army for use as the u. While not a geographicallybased pattern, multicam black gives law enforcement groups a sharp and authoritative presence suited to domestic l. Load carriage accessories for hunting, tactical, and edc users. The new scorpion ocp name tapes and grade insignia may be attached by hook and loop fasteners or sewn on.
Infrared ir reflective patches empire tactical usa. However, scorpion w2 uses fewer beige and brown patches and none of the vertical twig and branch elements later added for multicam. At army surplus world, we strive to locate and secure the most and best us gi military surplus anywhere and our surplus inventory changes daily. Ssd obtained these photos of scorpion w2 and multicam fabric after the. Multicam black is designed to complement a wide range of existing armor and gear colors for. Regulation embroidered military name tapes and insignias. Rainfly cover, allinone pole frame, ground stakes, accessory kit fabric repair patches, tent pole splint sleeve, tent guy outs w molded tensioners, waterproof visual user guide, accessory sack, tent carry sack. Scorpion has the same colors as multicam, but multicam has a slightly sharper, slightly darker appearance. Just like the a2cu but in multicam or ocp camouflage pattern see details below. Multicam gear usgi ocp scorpion w2 nyco garrison uniform perimeter insect guard scorpion w2 nyco garrison uniform perimeter insect guard. Armyproperty miscellaneous unit patches without nsns multicam ocp scorpion w2 airborne division multicam ocp patch with airborne tab velcro or equivalent hook fastener unit patch to be worn on the army ocp multicam uniform ocp operation enduring freedom camouflage pattern. Learn how to paint ocp scorpion w2 operational camouflage. The 2014 national defense authorization act nda or ndaa, prevents any service from adopting a new camouflage pattern not already in inventory.
Kellac and uspatriottactical do not sell scorpion ocps. Scorpion w2 is the name of the new operational camouflage pattern ocp for all branches of the u. Multicam is darker overall and made up of thicker splashes of color, and those colors include vertical elements meant to more closely resemble blades of grass. The pattern resembles multicam with muted greens, light beige and dark brown colors, but uses fewer beige and brown patches and no vertical twig and branch elements. Scorpion is lighter and made up of smaller areas of horizontal. So, despite ausas assurance that marines wear multicam though were pretty sure theyve been.
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