US Military N3B Parka for Extreme Cold Weather

The N-3B parka was originally designed for the U.S. Air Force in the mid 1950s to keep air crews warm in the extreme cold weather like Alaska. It became known as a ‘snorkel parka’ due to the way the hood zips up very high to keep the cold off the face.

N3B Parka Features

• Green, water-repellent, wind-resistant oxford outer shell (100% cotton)
• Pile-lined, snorkel-style hood with drawcord closing and head-sizing strap with buckle
• Hood has white faux fur ruff around the face (62% modacrylic/38% wool)
• Heavy-duty zipper with button storm flap
• Drawcord waist to keep out cold air
• 2 large breast handwarmer pockets with snap closure
• 2 large flap pockets at waist/hips with snap closure
• Utility/pen cargo pocket on the left sleeve
• 3/4 or thigh-length keeps entire torso warm
• Reinforced elbows
• Inset knit cuffs on sleeves (wool or acrylic)
• Manufacturer: Various such as Schott Bros., Alpha Industries, Rothco, and others

NB3 Parka Temperature Rating

Designed to keep our troops warm when temperatures are consistently below 14℉ (–10℃). Rated to –60℉ (–51℃).

Extreme Cold Weather Parka NSNs

• XXS: 8415-00-376-1657

• XS: 8415-00-376-1661

• S: 8415-00-376-1668

• M: 8415-00-376-1672

• L: 8415-00-376-1710

• XL: 8415-00-376-1734