Arctic Army Size Guide | Complete Sizing Chart

Arctic Army Size Guide

About Arctic Army Sizing

Arctic Army specialises in military-grade tactical clothing and footwear designed for demanding environments and professional users. Our sizing follows NATO standardisation protocols, ensuring compatibility with military specifications whilst maintaining comfort for layering and tactical operations. Arctic Army clothing is engineered for durability, functionality, and reliable performance in challenging conditions. Whether you're selecting combat uniforms, tactical gear, or professional footwear, our sizing accommodates the need for additional layers and freedom of movement essential to military and outdoor operations.

This guide uses both NATO metric sizing and standard imperial conversions to help you find your perfect fit across our range of military-specification apparel, footwear, headwear, and accessories.

How to Measure

To ensure accurate sizing, follow these steps carefully. Take all measurements whilst wearing minimal clothing, and have someone assist you for the most precise results.

Chest Measurement: Measure around the fullest part of your chest, keeping the tape measure parallel to the ground and snug but not tight. For military clothing that accommodates layering, this should be measured over a base layer or thin shirt.
Waist Measurement: Measure around your natural waist, typically at the level of your navel. Keep the tape measure horizontal and comfortable — not pulled tight, as military garments are designed with room for tactical equipment and layering.
Hip Measurement: Measure around the fullest part of your hips, approximately 20 centimetres below your waist. Keep the tape horizontal and at a consistent height.
Height Measurement: Stand barefoot against a wall and measure from the top of your head to the floor. This is essential for NATO sizing, which uses height as the primary reference for top sizing.
Inseam (Trousers Only): Wearing shoes with a typical heel height, measure along the inside of your leg from the crotch seam to the top of your shoe heel. This determines trouser length in military sizing systems.
Sleeve Length (Jackets): With your arm bent at a 90-degree angle, measure from the centre back of your neck, across your shoulder, down your arm to your wrist. This ensures sleeves cover properly when wearing tactical gear.
Glove Size: Measure around your hand at the widest point across your knuckles (excluding your thumb), with your hand relaxed and flat. Compare this to the glove size chart provided.
Headwear Size: Measure around your head at the widest point above your ears, approximately 2.5 centimetres above your eyebrows. Ensure the tape is level and snug but not restrictive.

Note: When ordering military clothing, consider that NATO sizing is specifically designed with extra room for body armour, webbing, and additional layers. Do not size down if you prefer a closer fit; military garments are engineered for functional wear rather than tailored civilian fit.

Men’s Clothing Size Chart

Arctic Army men’s clothing uses NATO sizing for tops and trousers, providing precise measurements based on height, chest, waist, and inseam. These sizes accommodate tactical equipment and layering systems standard in military operations.

Men’s Shirts, Jackets & Smocks (NATO Sizing)

Size Label	NATO Size	Height (cm)	Height (inches)	Chest (cm)	Chest (inches)	EU Equivalent
Small (S)	170/85	170	5’7”	85	33.5”	46
Medium (M)	180/96	180	5’11”	96	37.8”	50
Large (L)	180/104	180	5’11”	104	40.9”	52
Extra Large (XL)	190/104	190	6’3”	104	40.9”	54
XX Large (2XL)	190/112	190	6’3”	112	44.1”	56
XXX Large (3XL)	190/120	190	6’3”	120	47.2”	58

Men’s Trousers (NATO Sizing)

Size Label	NATO Size	Waist (cm)	Waist (inches)	Inseam (cm)	Inseam (inches)	Seat (cm)	EU Equivalent
Small (S)	80/80/96	80	31.5”	80	31.5”	96	42
Small/Regular (S/R)	80/92/108	80	31.5”	92	36.2”	108	42
Medium (M)	85/84/100	85	33.5”	84	33.1”	100	44
Medium/Regular (M/R)	85/92/108	85	33.5”	92	36.2”	108	44
Large (L)	90/96/112	90	35.4”	96	37.8”	112	46
Large/Regular (L/R)	90/100/116	90	35.4”	100	39.4”	116	46
Extra Large (XL)	100/96/112	100	39.4”	96	37.8”	112	50
Extra Large/Regular (XL/R)	100/104/120	100	39.4”	104	40.9”	120	50
XX Large (2XL)	110/104/120	110	43.3”	104	40.9”	120	52
XXX Large (3XL)	120/104/120	120	47.2”	104	40.9”	120	54

UK Civilian Sizing Alternative (Men’s)

For those unfamiliar with NATO sizing, Arctic Army also offers garments in standard UK sizing. This chart provides chest measurements for shirts, jackets, and outerwear in traditional UK size designations.

UK Size	Chest (inches)	Chest (cm)	Typical Height	EU Equivalent
Small	36”	91	5’5” – 5’9”	46
Medium	38”	96	5’9” – 5’11”	50
Large	40”	102	5’11” – 6’1”	52
Extra Large	42”	107	6’1” – 6’3”	54
XX Large	44”	112	6’3” – 6’5”	56
XXX Large	46”	117	6’3” – 6’5”	58

Women’s Clothing Size Chart

Arctic Army women’s tactical clothing combines NATO-inspired precision with tailoring for the female form, providing reliable fit for professional and outdoor applications. Our women’s range maintains the durability and functionality of military-specification gear whilst accommodating anatomical differences.

Women’s Shirts, Jackets & Smocks

UK Size	US Size	EU Size	Chest (cm)	Chest (inches)	Waist (cm)	Waist (inches)	Hips (cm)	Hips (inches)
6	2	34	81	31.9”	61	24”	86	33.9”
8	4	36	86	33.9”	66	26”	91	35.8”
10	6	38	91	35.8”	71	28”	97	38.2”
12	8	40	96	37.8”	76	30”	102	40.2”
14	10	42	102	40.2”	81	31.9”	107	42.1”
16	12	44	107	42.1”	86	33.9”	112	44.1”
18	14	46	112	44.1”	91	35.8”	117	46.1”
20	16	48	117	46.1”	97	38.2”	122	48”

Women’s Trousers & Bottoms

UK Size	US Size	EU Size	Waist (cm)	Waist (inches)	Inseam (cm)	Inseam (inches)	Hips (cm)	Hips (inches)
6	2	34	61	24”	79	31.1”	86	33.9”
8	4	36	66	26”	79	31.1”	91	35.8”
10	6	38	71	28”	79	31.1”	97	38.2”
12	8	40	76	30”	81	31.9”	102	40.2”
14	10	42	81	31.9”	81	31.9”	107	42.1”
16	12	44	86	33.9”	81	31.9”	112	44.1”
18	14	46	91	35.8”	82	32.3”	117	46.1”
20	16	48	97	38.2”	82	32.3”	122	48”

Footwear Size Chart

Arctic Army military boots and tactical footwear are engineered for durability and performance in extreme conditions. Our footwear sizing follows standard UK military specifications with conversions to US and European sizes. Proper fit is crucial for extended wear and operational effectiveness.

UK Size	US Men’s	US Women’s	EU Size	Foot Length (cm)	Foot Length (inches)
3	–	5	36	22.5	8.9”
4	–	6	37	23.5	9.3”
5	–	7	38	24	9.4”
6	7	8	39	24.5	9.6”
7	8	9	41	25.5	10”
8	9	10	42	26.5	10.4”
9	10	11	43	27	10.6”
10	11	12	44	28	11”
11	12	13	45	28.5	11.2”
12	13	14	47	29.5	11.6”
13	14	–	48	30	11.8”

Headwear Size Chart

Arctic Army berets, combat helmets, and tactical headwear are available in NATO-standardised sizing. Correct headwear sizing ensures comfort during extended operations and proper functionality of integrated systems such as night vision mounts.

Sizing Information

General Fit

Arctic Army sizing tends to follow standard UK sizing. However, we recommend checking the specific size chart for each item.

Fit Recommendations

Check product-specific size charts when available
Read customer reviews for fit feedback
Consider the item type (slim fit, regular fit, etc.)
When in doubt, contact customer service

Important: This page provides essential and expertly curated size conversion information that should be used in conjunction with the complete interactive tools available at sizechart.uk. For the most accurate size conversions and access to our comprehensive database of brand-specific charts, measurement guides, and real-time conversion tools, please visit the full website. The information presented here represents only a portion of our complete sizing resources and should be evaluated within the context of your specific sizing needs and the brands you're shopping for. It is impossible to determine the anatomical size of a shoe or clothing item without the use of a measuring tape or ruler in conjunction with the size chart.

Size	Head Circumference (cm)	Head Circumference (inches)	NATO/British Size
Small	54–55	21.3–21.7”	54/55

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