What is the MOLLE system ?

Molledry 25 avec une petite poche externe

Molledry 40 shown with external pockets

M.O.L.L.E (for Modular Lightweight Load-carrying Equipment) is the designation of a system for attaching accessories (pockets, knives, holsters ...) to compatible equipment (vests, bags ...).


Military Origins

The principle of MOLLE bindings comes from the military. Created in the late 90s, its use has been widely developed since 2001 among the American armed forces (Afghanistan then Iraq).

Since then, most of the military forces use these fixings and many accessories have been developed and are easily found on the market (pockets, pouches, various fixings).

Through its productions for the armed forces, HPA has long been aware of the interest that this fixation system can have in the civilian environment (leisure and outdoor).


MOLLE system in leisure activities and outdoor gears

The main interest of the MOLLE system is to allow the configuration of his bag according to his own needs of the moment: Water bottle holder, small or large complementary pocket, lighting ...

One can also use fixings allowing to attach fishing rods, tubes or straps to attach bulky things.

One key word: Modularity

How does it work

Dimensions d'un maillage MOLLE

Dimensions of MOLLE grid

The part that receives the accessories (a bag for example) has a grid of sewn straps. The size and spacing of these straps is part of the system definition.

For some of our products (Infladry range), we have innovated by adapting the MOLLE grid in the form of a grid cut out and welded to the outside of the bag, thus avoiding any sewing.

The most frequent attachment is then done by straps attached to the accessories. These straps allow real braiding of the accessories on the MOLLE grid, ensuring perfect fixing.

Exemple de poche tressée sur la face avant d'un sac HPA Molledry

Example of a pocket fixed on the HPA Molledry

Exemple de poche tressée sur la face avant d'un sac HPA Molledry

Example of braiding a water bottle pocket on the MOLLE side grid of an HPA Infladry 25 bag

At HPA, we have extended the concept of MOLLE by adding on certain products (Infladry backpacks and pouches) rows with slots. These slots allow the attachment of certain MOLLE accessories, such as lamp, carabiner, elastic attachment, Velcro straps for fixing tubes.

By using commercial accessories, or by making your own attachments from straps or velcro, you will adapt your HPA bag to your needs.

Exemple de poche tressée sur la face avant d'un sac HPA Molledry

Elastic attachment on the front of the Infladry 25 bag

Exemple de poche tressée sur la face avant d'un sac HPA Molledry

Example of a carabiner on an HPA Infladry 25 backpack strap

Exemple de poche tressée sur la face avant d'un sac HPA Molledry

Example of tube attached by velcros to the front of an Infladry 25 backpack

Examples of accessories

You can find many compatible accessories at both HPA and other merchants.

Exemple de poche tressée sur la face avant d'un sac HPA Molledry

Safety lamp attached to a MOLLE strap

Dimensions d'un maillage MOLLE

Example of universal attachment compatible with the MOLLE system

Exemple de poche tressée sur la face avant d'un sac HPA Molledry

Water bottle pocket attached to a lateral MOLLE grid on the Infladry 25 backpack

Exemple de poche tressée sur la face avant d'un sac HPA Molledry

Attachment of a fishing rod by strap on the lateral MOLLE grid of an HPA Infladry 25 backpack

The most common accessories are water bottle holders and external pockets.

You will also find lighting or versatile fixings allowing you to fix all kinds of things (knives, holsters...)

Our range of MOLLE accessories