UNIVERSAL FRENCH ARMY M-47 CARGO PANTS
DESCRIPTION
Introduced in 1947, the French Army M 47 cargo pants are one of the most iconic military trousers ever produced. Designed in the post war years as France rebuilt and modernized its armed forces, the M 47 was engineered to be tough, practical, and comfortable across a wide range of conditions, from training grounds to overseas deployments.
Its signature silhouette comes directly from function: a high rise waist for stability, a wide leg cut for freedom of movement, and large cargo pockets positioned for real field use. Made in heavy cotton canvas and issued in the original army olive tone, it combines rugged construction with a clean, balanced shape that still feels modern today.
ERA
Contemporary reinterpretation by UNIVERSAL SURPLUS
ORIGIN
French Army
FABRIC
100% heavyweight cotton canvas
SIZE & FIT
Quentin is 1m82 and wears US30 / FR40.
| SIZE | A | B | C | D |
| US26 / FR36 | 36 cm | 102 cm | 70 cm | 26 cm |
| US28 / FR38 | 38 cm | 104 cm | 72 cm | 27 cm |
| US30 / FR40 | 41 cm | 108 cm | 74 cm | 27 cm |
| US32 / FR42 | 43 cm | 110 cm | 75 cm | 28 cm |
| US34 / FR44 | 46 cm | 112 cm | 76 cm | 29 cm |
| US36 / FR46 | 48 cm | 114 cm | 78 cm | 29 cm |
HOW TO MEASURE
Measurements are taken laid flat.

(A) Waist: Measured from side to side of the waistband.
(B) Outseam: Measured from top of the waistband to the bottom hem.
(C) Inseam: Measured from crotch seam to bottom hem.
(D) Leg Opening: Measured straight across the bottom hem.
INFO
CARE
Machine wash 30°C
Do not bleach
Do not tumble dry
Dry clean allowed
PRODUCTION
Made in China
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