The Arstotzka Crisis "86" Kit Guide
- Jan 22
- 3 min read
Updated: Feb 6
The mid 1980's were a period of great change in the armies of East and West,
The next generation of weapons, equipment and vehicles were just starting to be issued or roll of the design boards.
This makes the mid 80's an excellent period for airsoft, with so many kits and weapon options available for the late Cold War asthenic. With this being our first late Cold War event, we have made our kit allowances very open to make it as easy as possible to make a kit for "86" and as budget-friendly or practical for airsoft. However, there are still lots of ways to make kits look great, whether you're looking to create a kit on a budget or go for a near reenactment level accuracy, you'll find something in this guide for you. What will you be wearing at "86"?
Soviet Forces Guide:
Headwear: SSh-40 or SSh-68 helmets (with or without KZS cover) Ushanka, Panamanka or Afghanka caps can be used, Hats are often seen worn underneath the helmet, Uniforms: Obr.69 (M69) or Obr.88 (M88) "Afghanka" uniforms, M88 are often more available with greater size options. Telnyashka shirts are worn under uniforms KZS/KLMK suits are also common to wear for field troops of the era, Mabuta suits could also be used, but are uncommon. Civilian ugly sweaters can be worn as an extra warm layer.
Gloves:
Camel wool gloves or civilian wool gloves
Body Armour:
6b2 or 6b3 vest, 6b4 usable but uncommon Ammo Carrying Equipment: Y-Strap Suspender webbing, Captured Chicom chest rigs, Homemade chest rigs,
Backpacks: Veshmeshok or RD-54, Common options include "Tourist" or captured backpacks are often seen used, Boots:
"kirza" jackboots or any other black leather boots Misc:
Dummy ROP flares, rubber bayonet
Budget kit options:
Tan boiler suits / Coveralls make a good cheap option for a uniform.
Black boiler suits / Coveralls can work as a tank crewman kit. Ushankas can also be a quite cheap headgear choice.
N.A.T.O Forces:
British Forces:
Headwear: Mk-6 or Mk-4/5 Helmets, Berets, woolly commando cap or Beanies are also great choices.
Uniforms: DPM Pattern 68 tunic and trousers. (S95 or any other DPM uniform can be worn if already owned)
Olive Green wool Pullover can be worn as an extra warm layer.
Gloves: NI / Mk-2 black leather gloves or civilian wool gloves
Ammo carrying Equipment: Pattern 58 Webbing, DPM PLCE, DPM assault vests
Backpacks:
58 Pattern large pack, Dutch DPM patrol pack PLCE "Rocket" pouches
Boots:
DMS boots, German "Para" boots or any other black leather boots
Misc:
Bandolier, rubber bayonet, Scrim scarf.
Budget kit options: Olive green tunic & trousers, Olive green lightweight coveralls.
US Forces:
Headwear: M1 or PASGT Helmets, Field cap or Beanie.
Uniforms: Woodland BDU, OG-107s
Gloves: Olive green, Pilot gloves or civilian wool gloves
Ammo carrying Equipment: ALICE Webbing, M-1956 Webbing
Backpacks: ALICE field pack,
Boots:
US Jungle boots, Black Combat boots or any other black leather boots
Body armour:
PASGT Or M69 Flak vest
Misc:
Bandolier, rubber bayonet, Scrim scarf.
Budget kit options:
Olive green tunic & trousers, Olive green lightweight coveralls.
Arstotzkan Army:
Headwear:
Swiss M71, SSh-40, SSh-68, M1 with or without Alpenflage cover, Alpenflage Field cap, bush hat or olive Beanie.
Uniforms: Alpenflage Uniform, Woollen Grey tunic and trousers
Gloves: wool or civilian gloves
Ammo Carrying Equipment Options: Chi-Com (Type-56), Soviet Y-strap, 58 Pattern, Any Leather-type webbing belt system
Backpacks: Swiss Alpenflage field pack,
Boots:
Any black or brown leather boots
Misc:
Bandolier, rubber bayonet, Arstotzkan arm band (issued on the day)
Budget kit options: Olive green tunic & trousers, Olive green coveralls.
Arstotzkan Guerrillas:
Headwear:
Swiss M71, SSh-40, SSh-68, M1 with or without Alpenflage cover, Alpenflage Field cap, bush hat, olive Beanie, Ushanka or Beret.
Uniforms: Alpenflage Uniform, Woollen Grey tunic and trousers, KLMK/KZS camouflage. Any Green, grey or khaki woollen uniforms.
Any bland civilian 80s era clothing. Any 80s themed
Gloves: Wool or civilian gloves
Ammo Carrying Equipment Options: Chi-Com (Type-56), Any Leather-type webbing belt system or bandolier.
Backpacks: Any 80s era appropriate backpack
Boots:
Any black or brown leather boots
Misc:
Bandolier, Arstotzkan arm band (issued on the day)
Budget kit options: Olive green coveralls or 80s era civilian attire
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