Load carriage
for the Infantry

Pattern 26 is a modular ruck and pouch system built with the American Soldier in mind. Made in Ohio with American materials.

Programs

Pattern 26

Load carriage

Rucks, sustainment pouches, support bags, bandoliers and straps on a common webbing layout.

Live

Telecommunications chips

Communications

Domestic chips for resilient tactical communications.

In Development

Tactical uniforms

Apparel

Uniform systems built from performance textiles for hard use.

In Development
P26 Short Ruck Stripped (SRS)

Built on what worked

Pattern 26 keeps the parts of ALICE that worked, adds modern materials, and borrows the simplicity of the SADF Pattern 70, Pattern 83 and M1928 systems.

The Short Ruck sits lower than the frame. The space above it takes a sleep system, a jerry can, a Pelican case or an optics case, strapped to the lid with standard 1 in. hardware.

  • Lineage ALICE, SADF Pattern 70 and 83, M1928
  • Frame ALICE, MOLLE, and FILBE compatible
  • Lid 2 in. webbing for lashing a load
  • Hardware Standard 1 in. strap and buckle hardware

Ohio Manufacturing

Every Pattern 26 item is made in Ohio.

ALICE, MOLLE, and FILBE Compatible

The Short Ruck mounts to the issued ALICE frame and leaves room to lash a load above it.

Berry compliant

American materials and hardware.

One layout

Common webbing spacing across every Pattern 26 bag and pouch.

Coverage

"New Product from Republic Systems: Modern ALICE Pack" by Adapt or Die

Adapt or Die, 2026-09-05Watch the video

Coverage

Soldier Systems Daily covered the Pattern 26 Short Ruck and Combat Support Duffel.

Soldier Systems Daily, 2026-07-06Read the article

Coverage

Republic Systems Pattern 26 Ruck Review

Roman 6 Alpha, 2026-08-25Watch the video

FAQ

How long does an order take?

If it is in stock, we ship every Friday!

Will the Short Ruck fit my ALICE frame?

Yes. The Short Ruck is built to mount to the ALICE frame and sits low enough to leave lashing space above it. This pack fits on FILBE, MOLLE, and other frames as well!

Can I cancel or return an order?

Cancel within 24 hours of purchase at no cost. After 24 hours, an 8% cancellation fee may apply. Unused items in original packaging can be returned with a 12% restocking fee. Full terms are in the returns policy.

Do you take unit or volume orders?

Yes. Use the contact form with the quantities, colors and timeline you need, and include any evaluation requirements.