MOLLE ACU Ruck Sack with Frame - Disassembled - Previously Issued!

*MOLLE II Rucksack Assembly Guide

For easy-to-follow visual instructions, please view our “How To Series: Assembling a MOLLE II Rucksack” video online here, or use the included QR Code enclosed.

Included Components:

• Rucksack
• Frame
• Shoulder straps
• Waist belt
• Two load lifters
• Two sustainment pouches
• Two male end clips

Step 1: Frame and Shoulder Straps 

1. Identify the bottom of the frame by locating the large inward curve designed to rest against the lower back.
2. Place the shoulder straps on the upper part of the frame, folding them along the designated line so the metal buckle tabs sit securely in the middle.
3. Align the upper straps with the middle hole of the frame's three-hole series. Route the strap under the inner hole, over, and under again. Thread it through the metal buckle and loosely secure the Velcro. Repeat for the other side.
4. Follow the identical threading pattern (under the inner hole, over, under, and through the metal loops) for the second set of holes down. Pull the Velcro tabs to tighten all shoulder straps securely.
5. Next, route the bottom strap. Pass it underneath the frame, through the top open hole, underneath again, and over the top. Tuck the excess strap down through the hole and inside to prevent it from rubbing against your back.
6. Attach the load lifters by pulling the strap underneath the top hole and back under, ensuring the line has no twists. A multi-tool or pliers may be helpful for navigating tight edges on this step.
7. Attach the male end clips by threading the loop end through the 2nd from bottom hole from underneath, run the strap through the loop, pulling tight, clicking the strap in, and buttoning it. Repeat this process for the other side.

Step 2: Waist Belt Assembly

1. Position the waist belt around the third row of holes on the frame.
2. Starting from the outside, route the upper waist belt strap under and over the frame. Thread it through the buckle by passing it under the inside hole, then over and through the outside hole. Leave the strap loose temporarily to ensure the belt remains centered and tuck the excess strap back through the hole you started with.
3. Repeat this pattern for the strap on the opposite side of the waist belt, then again for the bottom set of straps, using the bottom hole of the frame. Route under the outer hole, over, then through the buckle by going under the inside hole and over the top.
4. Once both sides are properly threaded and the belt is perfectly centered, pull all straps tight to secure the waist belt to the frame.

Step 3: Attaching the Rucksack

1. Place the main rucksack onto the assembled frame.
2. Locate the top strap with the attached buckle.Thread it through the second hole from the top of the frame—this specific placement leaves adequate room for mounting large items or slings across the top later.
3. Route the strap through the buckle by pulling it underneath, over, and through.
4. Loop it back over the top and push it through the top of the buckle to lock it in place.
5. Secure the attachment knobs down the side of the frame: skip two holes and push the buckle through the third hole until it catches. Skip two more holes and insert the first knob. Skip three holes and insert the final knob.
6. Repeat this exact spacing and attachment sequence on the opposite side of the rucksack.

Step 4: Sustainment Pouches

1. Locate the two sustainment pouches.These will attach to the upper most webbing sections on the left and right sides of the rucksack.
2. Align the straps on the back of the pouch with the two corresponding sets of webbing on the rucksack.
3. Snake the strap under the rucksack's webbing loop, route it back through the webbing on the sustainment pouch itself, and then pass it through the second loop on the rucksack. Secure the button clip.
4. Repeat this over-and-under threading pattern for all remaining straps on both sustainment pouches until they are entirely secured to the pack.