Army PVT Rank Patch – Private Sew-On OCP Insignia 2x2 Scorpion W2

The official Army Private (PVT) Rank Patch is made for wear on the Army Combat Uniform (ACU)3-color Scorpion W2 OCP fabric.

• Authentic U.S. Army PVT (E-1) rank insignia
• Made with regulation 3-color OCP Scorpion W2 fabric
• 2x2 inch sew-on patch for the Army Combat Uniform (ACU)
• Subdued thread stitching for compliance with uniform standards
• Approved for wear by enlisted soldiers at the E-1 grade
• Made in the USA to meet official military specifications

Why does my OCP patch or name tape look lighter than previous issued patches and name tapes?

In an effort to standardize insignia across the Army, Air Force, and Space Force, The Institute of Heraldry collaborated with PEO-S to transition each branches insignia. The OCP rank insignia, badges, name, and service tapes are now a lighter, three-color background pattern instead of the previous seven-color pattern. This modification aims to enhance readability and facilitate easier recognition of ranks, addressing the challenge posed by the previous seven-color background. By simplifying these features without compromising the overall functionality of the uniform, the transition seeks to improve situational awareness in day-to-day interactions for military personnel.