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Meal, Cold Weather/Long Range Patrol (MCW/LRP)
What is it?
The Meal, Cold Weather/Food Packet, Long Range Patrol (MCW/LRP) provides an operational ration for two separate operational scenarios. The Meal, Cold Weather (MCW) is intended for cold weather feeding, it will not freeze and supplies extra drink mixes for countering dehydration during cold weather activities. It can be issued at three per day for a complete cold weather ration. The MCW is packaged in a white camouflage pouch similar to the RCW. The Food Packet, Long Range Patrol (LRP) is a restricted calorie ration meant for special operations, where resupply is not available and weight and volume are critical factors. It is issued at one per soldier per day for up to ten days. The LRP is packaged in a tan camouflage menu pouch similar to the current MRE. The combined product assembly consists of twelve ration/meals packets per shipping container. The weight of each case is approximately 15 pounds and it measures approximately 1.02 cubic feet.
What's in it?
The twelve menus contain dehydrated entree items as well as other accessory items. Each menu provides approximately 1540 kilocalories (15% protein, 35% fat, and 50% carbohydrate). One menu bag is used for the LRP, which is a restricted calorie ration that is designed to be used as one menu bag for one individual per day. The MCW requires three menu bags per person per day and provides for 4500 kilocalories that is necessary to replenish loss of energy from exertion in extreme cold.
How do I eat it?
The individual prepares the food. An average of 34 ounces of water is required to hydrate all components in the average individual menu bag.
How long will it last?
The shelf life is 3 years at 80 degrees Fahrenheit.
How can I order it?
The NSN for the MCW portion of the combined ration/meal is 8970-01-467-1753. For the LRP portion it is 8970-01-467-1749. Point of contact is at (215) 737-5648, DSN: 444-5648.
We can only sell Operational Rations (MREs, UGRs, etc) to the U.S. Military Services and other authorized federally-funded agencies. We can not sell to the private sector (individual, business, or other organizations). For further information, please
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and read our Customer Eligibility Policy towards the bottom of the page.
Comments
Please note that acquisition of the RCW and LRP for the U.S. military services has ceased. The requirements of these two rations are being met by the Meal, Cold Weather (MCW)/Long Range Patrol (LRP) Combination Ration.
Ordering lead-time:
CONUS- 7 to 10 BUSINESS days
Hawaii & Alaska- 45-60 days
OCONUS- 60 to 90 days
The Menus
Menu 1
Menu 2
Menu 3
Menu 4
Spicy Oriental Chicken w/Rice
Beef Stroganoff w/Noodles
Sweet & Sour Pork w/Rice
Turkey Tetrazzini
Fruit Bar
Chocolate Sports Bar
MRE Crackers
Fudge Brownie
MRE Crackers
Peanut Brittle Bar
MRE Peanut Butter
MRE Crackers
MRE Peanut Butter
Nut Raisin Mix
Soup, Noodle, Ramen, Instant
MRE Cheese Spread
MRE Beverage Base
Cocoa Beverage Powder
Cocoa Beverage Powder
Orange Beverage Base
LRP: Accessory Pack A
MCW: Accessory Pack D
LRP: Accessory Pack A
MCW: Accessory Pack D
LRP: Accessory Pack A
MCW: Accessory Pack D
LRP: Accessory Pack B
MCW: Accessory Pack E
Spoon
Spoon
Spoon
Spoon
Menu 5
Menu 6
Menu 7
Menu 8
Chicken & Rice
Lasagna w/Meat & Sauce
Beef Stew
Spaghetti w/Meat Sauce
Fruit Bar
Nut Raisin Mix
Cake
Nut Raisin Mix
Soup, Noodle, Ramen, Instant
Toaster Pastry
Chocolate Toffee Roll
Toaster Pastry
Orange Beverage Base
Shortbread Cookies
Chocolate Covered Cookie
Chocolate Disks
Cocoa Beverage Powder
Cocoa Beverage Powder
Cocoa Beverage Powder
LRP: Accessory Pack A
MCW: Accessory Pack D
LRP: Accessory Pack B
MCW: Accessory Pack E
LRP: Accessory Pack C
MCW: Accessory Pack F
LRP: Accessory Pack A
MCW: Accessory Pack D
Spoon
Spoon
Spoon
Spoon
Menu 9
Menu 10
Menu 11
Menu 12
Beef Terriyaki w/Rice
Western Omelet
Scrambled Eggs w/Bacon
Western Omelet
Shortbread Cookie
Cream of Wheat Cereal
Flavored Oatmeal
Flavored Oatmeal
MRE Crackers
Granola Bar
Nuts, Dry Roasted
Fudge Brownie
MRE Peanut Butter
Peanut Brittle Bar
Fig Fruit Bar
Granola Bar
Orange Beverage Base
Orange Beverage Base
Cocoa Beverage Powder
Cocoa Beverage Powder
Cocoa Beverage Powder
LRP: Accessory Pack C
MCW: Accessory Pack F
LRP: Accessory Pack A
MCW: Accessory Pack D
LRP: Accessory Pack A
MCW: Accessory Pack D
LRP: Accessory Pack B
MCW: Accessory Pack E
Spoon
Spoon
Spoon
Spoon
Accessory Packet A
Accessory Packet B
Accessory Packet C
Accessory Packet D
Accessory Packet E
Accessory Packet F
Coffee
Coffee
Coffee
Coffee
Coffee
Coffee
Non-diary Creamer, Dry
Non-diary Creamer, Dry
Non-diary Creamer, Dry
Non-diary Creamer, Dry
Non-diary Creamer, Dry
Non-diary Creamer, Dry
Sugar
Sugar
Sugar
Sugar
Sugar
Sugar
Chewing Gum
Chewing Gum
Chewing Gum
Chewing Gum
Chewing Gum
Chewing Gum
Matches
Matches
Matches
Matches
Matches
Matches
Hot Sauce
Hot Sauce
Hot Sauce
Hot Sauce
Hot Sauce
Hot Sauce
Hand Cleaner
Hand Cleaner
Hand Cleaner
Hand Cleaner
Hand Cleaner
Hand Cleaner
Toilet Paper (2)
Toilet Paper (2)
Toilet Paper (2)
Toilet Paper (1)
Toilet Paper (1)
Toilet Paper (1)
Salt
Salt
Salt
Beverage Base
Beverage Base
Tea (w/sweetener & lemon flavor)
Tea (w/sweetener & lemon flavor)
Assembly Contract Requirements (ACRs)
Performance-Based Contract Requirements (PCRs)
Commercial Item Descriptions (CIDs)
Quality Assurance Publications (Appendix C)