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Field Backpack

The Field Backpack is a rare military backpack in DayZ with 64 inventory slots, high insulation, soaked max wetness, 160 durability, and no protection. It spawns in military and military infected loot areas and can be repaired with a Sewing Kit or Duct Tape.

Quick item summary

CategoryClothing > Backpacks
Inventory SlotBack
Size6x7
Capacity64 slots

Quick answer

The Field Backpack is one of the largest standard backpacks in DayZ. It offers huge storage capacity, but its large external-frame shape makes the wearer much easier to see, so it is best used when storage matters more than stealth.

In-game description

This backpack with external frame offers huge carrying capacity. Also it effectively doubles the silhouette of the bearer.

Main Uses

  • Wear as a very large military backpack
  • Carry up to 64 slots of gear
  • Use for long loot runs and base supply trips
  • Attach strap and tool-slot items
  • Repair with a Sewing Kit or Duct Tape

How to use this item

Use the Field Backpack for maximum storage

The Field Backpack has 64 inventory slots, making it one of the strongest storage options when you need to move a lot of supplies.

  1. Find a Field Backpack in military or military infected loot areas.
  2. Equip it in your back slot.
  3. Use the 64-slot storage space for food, tools, ammo, medical items, and base supplies.
  4. Avoid wearing it when stealth matters, since it greatly increases your silhouette.

Repair the Field Backpack

The Field Backpack can be repaired with a Sewing Kit or Duct Tape.

  1. Place the Field Backpack in your inventory or hands.
  2. Use a Sewing Kit or Duct Tape on the backpack.
  3. Repair it before it reaches ruined condition.
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How to get Field Backpack

  • Search military loot areas.
  • Check military infected.
  • Look for black, camo, or green variants.

Spawn info

MilitaryMilitary InfectedRare
  • The Field Backpack is a rare military backpack.
  • It has 64 inventory slots.
  • It has high insulation and soaked max wetness.
  • It provides no direct damage protection.
  • It is large and makes the wearer much easier to spot.

Important notes

  • The Field Backpack has 64 inventory slots.
  • It has 2 strap attachment slots and 1 tool attachment slot.
  • It has high insulation.
  • It has soaked max wetness.
  • It provides no projectile, melee, or infected protection.
  • It is one of the largest backpack options.
  • Its large frame makes your survivor much easier to see.
  • It was added in update 0.61.
  • It was previously called the ALICE backpack.