Snugpak Special Forces 1 Sleeping Bag WGTE

Name: Snugpak Special Forces 1 Sleeping Bag WGTE
Brand: Snugpak
SKU: 5056694903986
Price: 139.9 GBP
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£139.90

RRP ~~£175.00~~

About this item

5°C Comfort / 0°C Low - UK-made outer bag of the modular SF sleep system
Packs to 16 x 16cm at 1200g - Compression stuff sack included
Two-Way Centre Zip - Rapid entry/exit; reinforced foot for use with boots on
Softie Premier, Reflectatherm - No stitch-through; reflects body heat
Pairs with Special Forces 2 - The inner bag slides in for colder conditions

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Colour: Olive Green

Snugpak Special Forces 1 WGTE Sleeping Bag in Olive Green - from above on white background

Snugpak Special Forces 1 WGTE Sleeping Bag in Black - zipped closed on white background

Size

Standard

Zip Location

Centre Zip

Product variants

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Rated 4.92/5 From 475 reviews

Goes well with

The Snugpak Special Forces 1 WGTE is a lightweight UK-made mummy sleeping bag rated to 5°C comfort and built as the outer bag of Snugpak's modular Special Forces sleeping system. A two-way centre zip allows rapid entry and exit, a deliberate operational choice over the side zip found on most civilian bags, and the reinforced foot section lets the bag be used with boots on when circumstances demand it.

Softie Premier insulation, a Paratex Steelplate outer backed by a Paratex Micro second layer and a Reflectatherm lining combine for dependable warmth in a highly compressible package that drops to just 16 x 16cm. On its own it covers mild, above-freezing nights; as part of the system it pairs with the Special Forces 2, which fits inside it to extend warmth into much colder conditions. It comes in Olive Green and Black.

Building a modular sleep system? The Special Forces 1 is the 5°C outer bag of Snugpak's modular system and pairs with the Special Forces 2 for colder nights. To see how the SF system compares with Snugpak's other bags, read our guide Snugpak Sleeping Bags Compared: Which One Is Right for You?.

Same rating, different bag: Special Forces 1 or Softie 3? The Softie 3 carries the identical 5°C comfort and 0°C low, and both are UK-made with the same Softie Premier fill and Reflectatherm layer. The differences are weight, cut and how you get in. This Special Forces 1 opens on a two-way centre zip for rapid exit, has a reinforced foot so it can be slept in with boots on, and takes the Special Forces 2 inside it to build a -15°C system. It is also cut wider, 80cm at the chest against 75cm, which is what makes room for the second bag. The Softie 3 is 300g lighter at 900g, opens on a side zip, and pairs left-to-right to make a double. If you are not building the system, the Softie 3 is the lighter carry.

Joining the two bags together: Zipping the Special Forces 1 and Special Forces 2 into a single -15°C system uses the Special Forces Zip Baffle, which Snugpak supplies as a separate item. We are adding it to stock shortly. Without the baffle the bags still layer one inside the other and each keeps its own zip.

The matching bivvi bag: the zips line up. The Special Forces 1 opens on a full-length two-way centre zip, and the Special Forces Bivvi Bag opens on a half-length zip in the same central position. It does not run as far as the bag's, but both openings sit front and centre, so you get into and out of the covered system from the front instead of working around a side zip. Snugpak lists the bivvi as suitable for the Special Forces system. Worth knowing when you compare: most of the Softie range is side-zip, so this is the bivvi that matches this bag.

Key Features

Two-Way Centre Zip with Insulated Baffle - Centre zip for rapid entry and exit, with an insulated baffle behind to prevent heat loss
Softie Premier Insulation - Snugpak's exclusive UK-developed synthetic fill with a down-like feel that keeps performing when wet
Reflectatherm Lining - Metallised inner layer that reflects body heat back towards the sleeper for added warmth with negligible weight
No Stitch-Through Construction - Eliminates cold spots and improves thermal consistency across the bag
Reinforced Foot Section - Allows the bag to be used with boots on when operationally required
Modular System Outer Bag - Designed as the outer layer of the Special Forces system, with the Special Forces 2 fitting inside for colder conditions
Paratex Light Inner Fabric - Lightweight, windproof and water-repellent nylon lining with good breathability
Paratex Steelplate Outer Fabric - Durable, water-resistant nylon outer for demanding field use
Paratex Micro Second Outer - Lightweight water-resistant layer that helps keep the packed size down
Drawcord-Adjustable Hood - Elasticated hood improves warmth retention around the head and neck
Anti-Snag Zip Webbing - Smooth and reliable zip operation
Hanging Foot Tabs - Allow easy airing and drying after use
Compression Stuff Sack Included - Packs to 16 x 16cm at 1200g
Made in the UK - Manufactured at Snugpak's UK factory

Ideal For

Rapid-Reaction Military Use - Centre zip and boot-compatible foot for quick entry and exit in the field
Modular System Building - Combines with the Special Forces 2 for extended cold-weather capability
Warm-Season Field Deployment - Lightweight standalone bag for mild, above-freezing nights
Cadet and Adventure Training - UK-made bag suited to exercises and camp-based training
Lightweight Patrol Carrying - Drops to 16 x 16cm for minimal pack space

Technical Specifications

Product Type	Mummy Sleeping Bag (Modular)
Temperature Rating - Comfort	5°C / 41°F
Temperature Rating - Low	0°C / 32°F
Combined System Rating	-15°C (with Special Forces 2)
Insulation	Softie® Premier, 100% Polyester
Inner Fabric	Paratex Light, 100% Nylon
Thermal Layer	Reflectatherm, 100% Polyester
Outer Fabric	Paratex Steelplate, 100% Nylon
Secondary Outer	Paratex® Micro, 100% Nylon
Zip Type	Centre zip (quick-release two-way)
Length	220cm / 87"
Max User Height	190cm / 75"
Chest Width	80cm / 31"
Knee Width	65cm / 26"
Foot Width	42cm / 17"
Weight (Standard)	1200g / 42oz
Pack Size	16 x 16cm / 6" x 6"
Colours Available	Olive Green, Black
Includes	Compression Stuff Sack
Origin	Made in the UK
Warranty	12 Months

Warranty

This product is covered by Snugpak's 12 month warranty against faults in materials and workmanship, valid from the date of purchase. Proof of purchase is required for any claim. View full warranty terms and exclusions.