Explorer Combat Pants

Lightweight, durable combat pants manufactured to German Bundeswehr TL specifications, with reinforced knees, generous cargo storage, and a comfortable adjustable fit.

The Leo Köhler Explorer Combat Pants are designed as versatile field trousers for military, outdoor, work, and everyday use.

They combine a comfortable cut with quick-drying, breathable fabric, reinforced knees, practical cargo storage, and an adjustable waistband. Depending on the selected color or camouflage pattern, Leo Köhler uses different fabric constructions.

Manufactured according to German Bundeswehr TL (Technische Lieferbedingungen) specifications.

Why It Stands Out

• German Bundeswehr TL construction
• Lightweight and breathable
• Quick-drying fabric
• Reinforced knee areas
• Large thigh cargo pockets
• Raised rear waistband
• Adjustable waist
• Durable belt loops with equipment attachment tabs
• Available in multiple fabric variants
• Suitable for field, outdoor, hunting, hiking, and work use

Comfortable Field Cut

The Explorer uses a comfortable combat-trouser cut designed for unrestricted movement.

A raised rear waistband provides additional coverage around the lower back, especially during:

• Kneeling
• Sitting
• Climbing
• Hiking
• Field movement

The waistband can be individually adjusted for a more secure and comfortable fit.

Reinforced Knees

The knee areas are additionally reinforced with durable fabric to improve resistance in one of the highest-wear areas of the pants.

This makes the Explorer well suited for demanding outdoor and field use where repeated kneeling or contact with rough terrain is common.

Practical Pocket Layout

The pants provide a functional storage setup including:

• Large thigh cargo pockets with flap and hook-and-loop closure
• Rear pockets with protective flaps
• Side hand pockets

This keeps essential equipment accessible without overcomplicating the design.

Heavy-Duty Belt Loops

The pants feature durable belt loops approximately:

1 in / 2.5 cm wide

Additional tabs can be used to attach compatible:

• D-rings
• Carabiners
• Small equipment
• Retention accessories

Adjustable Waist

The waistband includes a zipper closure and hook-and-loop adjustment tab.

This allows the waist fit to be fine-tuned without relying entirely on the belt.

Materials & Variants

German Flecktarn

65% Cotton / 35% Polyester
Uniformkörper fabric

German Tropentarn

65% Cotton / 35% Polyester
Twill

Solid Colors

50% Cotton / 50% Polyester
Ripstop

Key Features

• Comfortable combat-pants cut
• Quick-drying
• Breathable
• Reinforced knees
• Large thigh cargo pockets
• Rear pockets with flaps
• Side hand pockets
• Durable belt loops
• Equipment attachment tabs
• Zippered waistband
• Hook-and-loop waist adjustment
• Raised rear waistband
• Manufactured according to Bundeswehr TL specifications
• Leo Köhler manufacture

Technical Specifications

Manufacturer: Leo Köhler
Product Type: Combat / Field Pants
Specification: German Bundeswehr TL
Fit: Comfortable Field Cut
Waist: Zipper + Hook-and-Loop Adjustment
Rear Waist: Raised
Knees: Reinforced
Belt Loops: approx. 1 in / 2.5 cm Wide

Flecktarn Material: 65% Cotton / 35% Polyester – Uniformkörper
Solid-Color Material: 50% Cotton / 50% Polyester – Ripstop

Mission Frontline Take

The Explorer sits in a very useful middle ground between a basic field trouser and a more specialized combat pant.

You get the features that matter most for everyday field use — reinforced knees, large cargo pockets, breathable quick-drying fabric, and an adjustable waist — without the complexity of a sniper- or special-forces-oriented trouser.

For U.S. customers looking for a German Bundeswehr TL field pant that works just as well for hiking, hunting, work, or outdoor use, the Explorer is one of the most versatile Leo Köhler options.