DPCU (Disruptive Pattern Combat Uniform) or Auscam as it is most commonly known, was first designed and trialled in the early '80s and was replacing the long serving 'jungle greens' by the late 1980s.This pattern was computer designed to allocate the best colour range for most Australian conditions. It has a 5 colour camouflage scheme which has been referred to as ‘jellybean’ cam. It has since become the distinctive visual trademark of the Australian Serviceman and is recognised worldwide.Its irregular shapes have much in common with the US Duck Hunter camouflage used extensively in Vietnam.
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From Filupe
Notwithstanding the differences in garment cut even within DPCU there are camouflage differences.
The 1983 'trial' Auscams looked 'normal' when new but faded to a distinctive colour. I observed the first of the simplified 'production' Auscams during the Australian Military Tattoo of 1986 which seemed to hold the original colour better during fading.
In recent years I have noticed that the background colour has become lighter and there is more contrast between elements of the pattern.
The pattern also changes somewhat depending on the material it is printed on. I have noticed darker shades appearing when the pattern is printed on aramid (flameproof) and oilskin (Drizabone) material.
Hi Steve O'Dell, do you have any militaria collectables for sale like dpcu gear or clothing etc & stuff?! Or a site you sell on?
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