AR 670-1: 4-3. Occasions for wear

4-3. Occasions for wear

a. All-purpose wear. Some versions of the combat uniform are not intended for wear as an all-purpose uniform.

The combat uniform is designed to be worn under body armor.

b. Approved wear.

(1) The combat uniform is prescribed for year-round wear for all Soldiers, unless otherwise directed by the com-

mander. Soldiers may wear the combat uniform off-post, unless prohibited by the commander.

(2) Soldiers may wear the combat uniform for commercial travel per paragraph 3–7b through 3–7c.

(3) Soldiers may roll-up the sleeves on the ACU. Personnel will roll sleeves neatly above the elbow but no more

than 3 inches above the elbow. Upon approval of the commander and only during field training exercises, the sleeves may be down and cuffed inside the coat.

(4) When Soldiers wear the sleeves of the ACU coat rolled up, company-level commanders will determine if the

unit will roll sleeves with the camouflage pattern exposed or turned inside out.

c. Restrictions on wear.

(1) Personnel may not wear the combat uniform in off-post establishments that primarily sell alcohol for consump-

tion on the premises. If the off-post establishment sells alcohol and food for consumption on the premises, Soldiers may not wear the combat uniform if their activities in the establishment center on the drinking of alcohol.

(2) The combat uniform is not normally considered appropriate for social or official functions off the installation,

such as memorial services, funerals, weddings, inaugurals, patriotic ceremonies, and similar functions.

(3) Commanders may further restrict wear of the combat uniform per paragraphs 2–6, 2–7a, and 2–7b.

d. Organizational and equipment. The commander may prescribe organizational and individual equipment items

in accordance with CTA 50–900 when the combat uniform is prescribed for parades, reviews, and ceremonies.