Emergency, Camping & Survival Food
1 Person • 24 Hours • Approx. 13,000kJ / 3,100 Calories • Ready to Eat
The RECON Mil-Spec 24 Hour Ration Pack contains the trusted Hunger Buster® military-style ration pack, manufactured by the same contractor that supplies ration packs to the Australian Defence Force (ADF).
RECON Mil-Spec 24 Hour Ration Pack (MRE) – Meals Ready To Eat
Military-Grade Nutrition When You Need It Most
Complete 24-Hour Field Ration for One Person
The RECON Mil-Spec 24 Hour Ration Pack provides a complete day of ready-to-eat food for one person, including breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, drinks and condiments.
Designed for camping, emergency preparedness, remote work, travel and field use, each pack provides approximately 13,000kJ / 3,100 calories and requires very little preparation.
1 Person • 24 Hours • Approx. 13,000kJ • Long Shelf Life
Why Choose This Ration Pack
- Complete 24-hour food supply for one person
- Ready to eat with minimal preparation
- Approx. 13,000kJ / 3,100 calories
- Main meal can be eaten hot or cold
- Compact and easy to store
- Approx. 2-year shelf life
- Suitable for camping, vehicle kits, emergency storage and remote work
Pack Includes
Breakfast
- Natural Muesli (100g)
(Simply add cold water to desired consistency)
- 2 × Wholegrain Cereal Bars
Lunch
- 2 × Cream Crackers
- Beef Jerky Steak Bar
- Vegemite or Jam
Dinner
Main Meal
One complete retort meal served with Instant Rice or Mashed Potato.
Available meals may include:
- Spaghetti Bolognese
- Vegetable Curry
- Butter Chicken
- Baked Beans
- Chicken Italiano
- Chunky Chicken & Vegetable
- Beef Ragu
- Potato & Chickpea Curry
- Chicken & Chickpea Curry
- Hearty Beef Stew
- Beef Casserole
- Chilli Con Carne
Please note: Meal selection varies depending on current manufacturer availability.
Snacks, Drinks & Condiments
- Biscuit Jam Sandwich
- Fruit Bar
- Chocolate or Candy
- Sweetened Condensed Milk
- Fruit Drink Powder
- Chocolate Drink Powder
- Coffee
- Tea Bag
- Salt
- Pepper
- 2 × Sugar
Included Utensils
- Plastic Spoon
- Antiseptic Wipe or Tissues
Specifications
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Serves: 1 Person
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Shelf Life: Approximately 2 Years (often longer depending on production batch)
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Pack Weight: Approximately 1kg
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Dimensions: 20cm × 15.5cm × 10cm
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Average Energy: Approximately 13,000kJ (3,100 Calories)
Best Before dates vary by production batch. Current stock typically carries two or more years of shelf life.
Heating Instructions
The meals are fully cooked and can be eaten straight from the pouch if required.
For the best eating experience:
- Place the sealed meal pouch into boiling water for approximately 6 minutes.
- Remove carefully.
- Fold out the base so the pouch stands upright.
- Tear open at the marked notch and enjoy.
Alternative heating methods include:
- Leaving the pouch in direct sunlight for approximately 20 minutes.
- Carrying the pouch close to your body during activity to gently warm the contents.
Food Allergy Information
This ration pack is not designed for people with food allergies or specialised dietary requirements.
Please carefully review the ingredient and allergen information shown in the product images before consumption.
If you are uncertain whether this product is suitable for you, we recommend that you do not consume it.
Halal Information
All main meal pouches included in this ration pack are Halal Suitable and are manufactured in a Halal-certified production facility.
This certification forms part of the manufacturing requirements for supplying meals to the Australian Defence Force.
Important Information
- Menu contents may vary slightly depending on manufacturer availability.
- Product images are for illustration purposes only.
- Ingredient and allergen information is available in the product image gallery.
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