The Russian military is considering eliminating mid-season uniforms and returning to a two-season clothing system. Deputy Defense Minister and Chief of Logistics of the Russian Armed Forces, Colonel General Valery Solodchuk, outlined the proposed changes.

According to Solodchuk, Russian servicemen currently receive three sets of uniforms designed for summer, winter and transitional weather conditions. The Defense Ministry now wants to abandon the mid-season option and rely exclusively on summer and winter clothing.

Implementing the plan will require advanced fabrics capable of performing under different weather conditions. Military specialists are already working with textile industry manufacturers to develop the necessary materials.

Meanwhile, the Russian army is preparing to test a new winter uniform during the upcoming cold season. The equipment is being developed for use across a wide range of climates, from temperate regions and areas experiencing extreme heat to the harsh conditions of the Far North.

The military has already received 100,000 sets of the new clothing, distributed to units across Russia, from the Far East to Kaliningrad.

Solodchuk explained that the winter trials will allow military specialists to assess how the uniforms perform in actual service conditions.

The new equipment underwent its first tests during the previous summer, but those trials revealed several shortcomings. Manufacturers are now working to address the problems identified by military experts.

The deputy defense minister also assessed the capabilities of the global military clothing industry. He claimed that only three countries — Russia, China and the United States — possess the industrial capacity to produce high-quality military uniforms.

Solodchuk separately praised Russian-made military footwear, highlighting its quality and technical characteristics.

He maintained that domestic army boots match products from leading international manufacturers and even outperform foreign alternatives in certain respects.