¹ See notes in table 2-1 for explanation of units.

² Values are minimum standards at the time of consumption unless shown as a range or a maximum level.

³ The operational ration includes the MCI, MRE, A, B, and T rations.

⁴ Restricted rations are for use under certain operational scenarios such as long-range patrol, assault, and reconnaissance when troops are required to subsist for short periods (up to 10 days) on an energy restricted ration.

⁵ These values do not include salt packets.