A bit too expensive for what it offers. The insulation is okay, but comfort is minimal. I wouldn't use it for sleeping, but it works fine as a work mat at camp or extra insulation under an air mattress. It fits in a Helikon EDC backpack, although the corners push out the material a bit. It sticks slightly to bare skin.
Mil-Tec BW EVA Sleeping Pad - Olive Drab
A lightweight, folding sleeping pad inspired by solutions used by the Bundeswehr. It is popular among soldiers, survival enthusiasts, and scouts. Made of durable EVA foam, it effectively protects against cold and hard ground.
Foldable design allows alternative uses
The foldable design allows for a variety of uses for the BW sleeping pad. When fully unfolded, it serves as a sleeping mat, whereas when folded, it can be used as a temporary seat, pillow, or stiffening element in a backpack. This design is a practical alternative to traditional roll-up models.
Main features
- folding sleeping pad designed based on Bundeswehr equipment
- made of lightweight and damage-resistant EVA foam
- provides good insulation from cold and hard surfaces
- can be used in various configurations thanks to its folding design
MILITARY is the official distributor of Mil-Tec.
Mil-Tec is a brand owned by the German company Sturm Handels GmbH, which has been manufacturing and distributing outdoor and tactical clothing and equipment since 1971. Based on many years of experience in working with military equipment and developing its own solutions – such as the Phantomleaf® camouflage line – the company has gained recognition as a manufacturer of reliable equipment at affordable prices. Mil-Tec products are manufactured in accordance with ethical working standards, as demonstrated by the company's support for the "Social Fair" initiative. The product range also includes a wide selection of historical replica uniforms and military equipment, which are highly valued by collectors and reenactors.
| Weight | 610 g |
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| Color/camouflage | Green hue |
| Dimensions when unfolded | 190 x 60 x 0,5 cm |
| Dimensions when folded | 38 x 28 x 5 cm |
| Transport cover | No |
| Material | EVA foam |
| EAN | 4046872283697 |
| Manufacturer code | 14423000 |
| Brand | Mil-Tec |
| EAN |
Reviews with photos
Number of reviews: 38
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Great mat – ideal for those who value low weight and easy portability. It works perfectly to stiffen the back of a backpack and is very lightweight.
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Mil-Tec BW EVA Mattress – Olive. This is exactly what I was looking for – it fits in the backpack and additionally stiffens the back. It’s light, solid, and effectively insulates from the ground. It also works well in a hammock.
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The price is a bit high, but the quality is fine. After longer use, it doesn’t tear, although it could be a bit bigger and have extra insulation, for example, an aluminum layer. I’d probably look for another mat.
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Well made, light, convenient to transport, fits easily in a 36l backpack. Insulates well in a hammock, you don’t feel cold on your back, and on the ground by the campfire, it also does its job.
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It’s worth choosing this mat instead of classic foldable or rolled ones if you value discretion and don’t want to carry a large mat on the outside of your backpack. This mat fits inside and doesn’t take up much space. I recommend it.
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The sleeping pad doesn’t fit perfectly in the pocket of the manufacturer’s 36-liter backpack, but it’s well-made, and together with a self-inflating mat, it insulates well, is light, and easy to pack into the backpack. The price could be more adequate. The pad itself gets 5/5, but the price lowers my rating.
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The mat fits easily inside the patrol backpack (model 987b/MON), which was important to me. There’s still some room left for a MON summer sleeping bag.
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It's only suitable for very warm nights. At 10 degrees, the insulation barely works. The folding method is convenient but mainly useful when I'm not sleeping overnight. Maybe in summer with 18 degrees, a mat with a blanket and mosquito net is a good solution, but after a few nights I realized that the mat is better suited for external use, either rolled or folded accordion-style. Thickness doesn't affect comfort much – it's comfortable in the woods on bedding, less so on meadows, and I wouldn't take it to the mountains. Insulation is poor – in my opinion, good reviews are exaggerated or from people resistant to the cold. I think you can invest your money better, as the price-to-quality ratio is not the best.
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It is indeed a bit thinner than the Monowska mat, but it still protects very well from the cold ground. Once folded, it fits easily in the backpack, and on longer hikes it can serve as support, making it less visible.
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Despite its thinness, it insulates well from the ground. The great advantage is that you can hide it in a backpack, even one with a capacity of 20l. If someone doesn't want to carry a mat outside the backpack and attract attention, this mat will be suitable. Definitely worth having.
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Great sleeping mat – it insulates perfectly, and the folding option means it doesn't take up much space in the backpack. Its low weight is also a big advantage compared to other models.
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A big advantage is the possibility to fold it into a cube and pack it into a backpack, as well as its low weight. The comfort could be higher – you feel all the unevenness of the ground, but it’s not an air mattress.
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Very good mat. It takes up little space and fits easily in a backpack. Lying on it outdoors is much more comfortable than indoors. Definitely worth recommending.
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Great mat, after folding it fits into any backpack regardless of its size.
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