Which camo do soldiers prefer best?

Answer 1

Currently, American soldiers prefer MultiCam. It works much better in Afghanistan than any camo previously used. Early in the war in Afghanistan, American military forces realized ACU digicam (ARPAT) was not effective in arid environments. It can be perceived as a solid color from a distance and up close, pixilated patterns clash with the natural environment. Crye Precision took up the call to produce a more versatile camouflage based on the needs of the United States Army. Using photos of the Afghan environment, documenting common light and terrain changes, researching how the human brain perceives color, studying how animals use camouflage in nature, and consulting with hundreds of soldiers resulted in the camouflage system soldiers can't wait to get into.

Multicam takes on the shades of the surrounding environment, disguises volume and shape, and balances scale and contrast by using seven shades without a distinct repeating pattern. Large swaths of medium colors change seamlessly across the material to break up the wearer's silhouette, while small patches of grey and dark brown appear randomly to blend into the immediate environment. Multicam also reflects the colors of the surrounding area so one style of camouflage can work for a myriad of environments and lighting conditions.

Multicam has been rigorously tested by the United States Army and proven to be the most effective camouflage for desert environments, but its unique design makes it a powerful tactical advantage in any location.