UNIVERSAL FRENCH ARMY M-47 CARGO PANTS
DESCRIPTION
Introduced in 1947, the French Army M-47 cargo pants remain among the most iconic military trousers ever produced. Designed in the post-war era as France rebuilt and modernized its armed forces, they were engineered for uncompromising toughness, practicality, and comfort across diverse environments, from domestic training grounds to demanding overseas deployments.
Their signature silhouette is born directly from function: a high-rise waist for stability, a wide-leg cut for absolute freedom of movement, and oversized cargo pockets positioned for authentic field use. Crafted from heavy cotton twill and issued in the classic army olive tone, the M-47 balances rugged construction with a clean, architectural shape that feels as remarkably modern today as it did decades ago.
ERA
Contemporary reinterpretation by UNIVERSAL SURPLUS
ORIGIN
French Army, circa 1947
FABRIC
100% heavyweight cotton twill
SIZE & FIT
Killian is 1m82 (69kg) and wears a size US30 / FR40.
| SIZE | A | B | C | D |
| US26 / FR36 | 36 cm | 102 cm | 70 cm | 26 cm |
| US28 / FR38 | 38 cm | 104 cm | 72 cm | 27 cm |
| US30 / FR40 | 41 cm | 108 cm | 74 cm | 27 cm |
| US32 / FR42 | 43 cm | 110 cm | 75 cm | 28 cm |
| US34 / FR44 | 46 cm | 112 cm | 76 cm | 29 cm |
| US36 / FR46 | 48 cm | 114 cm | 78 cm | 29 cm |
HOW TO MEASURE
Measurements are taken laid flat.
(A) Waist: Measured from side to side of the waistband.
(B) Outseam: Measured from top of the waistband to the bottom hem.
(C) Inseam: Measured from crotch seam to bottom hem.
(D) Leg Opening: Measured straight across the bottom hem.
INFO
CARE
Machine wash 30°C
Do not bleach
Do not tumble dry
Dry clean allowed
PRODUCTION
Made in China
Original: $194.30
-65%$194.30
$68.00
Description
DESCRIPTION
Introduced in 1947, the French Army M-47 cargo pants remain among the most iconic military trousers ever produced. Designed in the post-war era as France rebuilt and modernized its armed forces, they were engineered for uncompromising toughness, practicality, and comfort across diverse environments, from domestic training grounds to demanding overseas deployments.
Their signature silhouette is born directly from function: a high-rise waist for stability, a wide-leg cut for absolute freedom of movement, and oversized cargo pockets positioned for authentic field use. Crafted from heavy cotton twill and issued in the classic army olive tone, the M-47 balances rugged construction with a clean, architectural shape that feels as remarkably modern today as it did decades ago.
ERA
Contemporary reinterpretation by UNIVERSAL SURPLUS
ORIGIN
French Army, circa 1947
FABRIC
100% heavyweight cotton twill
SIZE & FIT
Killian is 1m82 (69kg) and wears a size US30 / FR40.
| SIZE | A | B | C | D |
| US26 / FR36 | 36 cm | 102 cm | 70 cm | 26 cm |
| US28 / FR38 | 38 cm | 104 cm | 72 cm | 27 cm |
| US30 / FR40 | 41 cm | 108 cm | 74 cm | 27 cm |
| US32 / FR42 | 43 cm | 110 cm | 75 cm | 28 cm |
| US34 / FR44 | 46 cm | 112 cm | 76 cm | 29 cm |
| US36 / FR46 | 48 cm | 114 cm | 78 cm | 29 cm |
HOW TO MEASURE
Measurements are taken laid flat.
(A) Waist: Measured from side to side of the waistband.
(B) Outseam: Measured from top of the waistband to the bottom hem.
(C) Inseam: Measured from crotch seam to bottom hem.
(D) Leg Opening: Measured straight across the bottom hem.
INFO
CARE
Machine wash 30°C
Do not bleach
Do not tumble dry
Dry clean allowed
PRODUCTION
Made in China
