2011 Chinese PLA Type 11 Individual Soldier Self Heating Food Review Meal Ready to Eat Tasting Test

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30 Apr 202418:20

Summary

TLDRThe video script offers an in-depth exploration of the Chinese People's Liberation Army's self-heating food ration for soldiers, known as the Type 11, which was later succeeded by the Type 13 and Type 18. The ration, weighing 1 lb 8.2 oz or 685 g, contains 1,110 calories and comes with three different menus. The video delves into the various types of rations used by the Chinese military, including iron rations, emergency rations, and specialized rations for combating altitude sickness. The host also examines the heat sleeve and heat activation process, noting the importance of water for the activation. Despite the age of the ration, the host is impressed by the quality and taste of the food, including the assorted fried rice and compressed food bars. The video concludes with a look at the Type 90 ration for paratroopers, which includes a breakfast, lunch, and dinner unit totaling 3,900 calories.

Takeaways

📦 The Chinese People's Liberation Army self-heating food for individual soldiers weighs approximately 685g and contains 1110 calories.
🔡 English is a widely used second language on military rations, facilitating international cooperation and understanding.
📅 The Type 11 ration predates the Type 13 and Type 18, which are newer versions of the ration produced by China.
🥩 The ration consists of about 40g of protein, 38g of fat, and 158g of carbohydrates, providing 4646 kilojoules of energy.
📦 The packaging includes a heat sleeve and a double-sided flameless ration heater for warming the food.
💧 Activation of the heater requires a specific amount of water, which is a potential drawback in situations where water is scarce.
📅 The shelf life of the Type 11 ration is 30 months, which is considered reliable for military use.
🍫 The ration includes a variety of food items such as assorted fried rice, sausage fried rice, and a high-fat content sauce packet.
🏔 A special ration is available to combat altitude sickness, with specific nutritional additions to increase blood oxygen saturation.
🍫 The anti-hypoxic ration includes ingredients like anti-hypoxic fermentation broth and red bean paste for a quick energy boost.
🪂 The paratrooper ration (Type 3) is divided into three units: breakfast, lunch, and dinner, totaling 3900 calories.
🥜 The breakfast unit includes vacuum-sealed peanuts, pickled vegetables, and a compressed food bar made from ingredients like flour, palm oil, and milk powder.

Q & A

What is the weight of the Chinese People's Liberation Army self-heating food for individuals?
-The self-heating food weighs 1 lb 8.2 oz or 685 grams.
How many calories does the self-heating food contain?
-The self-heating food contains 1,110 calories.
What is the code name for the self-heating food before the Type 13?
-The code name for the self-heating food before the Type 13 is Type 11.
What are the nutritional breakdowns of the self-heating food in terms of protein, fat, and carbohydrates?
-The nutritional breakdown is about 40 grams of protein, 38 grams of fat, and 158 grams of carbohydrates.
What is the shelf life of the Type 11 self-heating food?
-The Type 11 self-heating food has a shelf life of 30 months.
What is the main drawback of the self-heating food mentioned in the script?
-The main drawback is that it requires more water to activate compared to other similar products.
What is the function of the heat sleeve included with the self-heating food?
-The heat sleeve is used to protect the surface it's placed on from the heat generated by the self-heating food, as it can get very hot.
What is the classification of the field operation food mentioned in the video?
-The classification of the field operation food is logistic supply, developed by the Logistic Supply Department.
What is the purpose of the anti-hypoxic ration?
-The anti-hypoxic ration is designed to combat altitude sickness by increasing the body's blood oxygen saturation in high-altitude environments, improving blood supply to the brain, and promoting energy metabolism.
What is the composition of the anti-hypoxic ration?
-The anti-hypoxic ration contains ingredients such as anti-hypoxic fermentation broth, red bean paste, sucrose, and others.
How many calories does the paratrooper's individual food for three separate units total?
-The paratrooper's individual food for three separate units totals out to 3,900 calories.
What are the contents of the breakfast unit for the paratrooper's individual food?
-The breakfast unit includes a Type 90 compressed food bar, a vacuum-sealed pack of peanuts, a 30g packet of pickled vegetable, and seasonings like mustard, white sugar, mono sodium glutamate, chili powder, and sesame oil.

Outlines

00:00

🍲 Exploring Chinese PLA Self-Heating Rations

The video begins with an introduction to a Chinese People's Liberation Army self-heating food ration for individual soldiers. Weighing 1 lb 8.2 oz or 685 g, it contains 1,110 calories and is identified as a type 11 ration, predating the type 13 and type 18 rations. The script discusses the importance of English as a widely used language on rations and provides nutritional information, including protein, fat, and carbohydrate content. The video also mentions other types of rations, such as iron rations for emergencies, rations for altitude sickness, and paratrooper rations. The presenter inspects the heat sleeve and sauce packet, noting the potential for delamination and the need for water to activate the heating element. The video concludes with an attempt to heat the ration after 13 years, with mixed results due to potential degradation.

05:05

📦 Assessing the Condition and Contents of Aged Rations

The second paragraph delves into the condition of the aged ration, noting that moisture has entered and compromised the food-to-fuel ratio (FR FR). Despite this, the presenter is intrigued by the assorted fried rice and sausage fried rice components. The video showcases various rations, including a spoon that resembles an old school MCI spoon. The presenter expresses disappointment over the spoiled FR FR but好奇心 (curiosity) about the potential of the ration's components, such as a piece of ham. The focus then shifts to a spicy sauce packet, which, despite its high-fat content, appears unspoiled. The video also discusses the historical development of Chinese military rations, including the first retort pouch rations and a ration designed to combat altitude sickness with specific nutritional additions.

10:18

🏔️ Tasting High-Altitude Rations and Paratrooper Foods

The third paragraph introduces a red bean jelly bar designed to provide a quick energy boost and help with blood flow at high altitudes. The presenter finds it delectable and compares its texture to fruit leather. The video then shifts to discuss the type 3 individual food for paratroopers, which is divided into breakfast, lunch, and dinner units, totaling 3,900 calories. The presenter unpacks the breakfast unit, which includes a type 90 compressed food bar, peanuts, and pickled vegetables. The video highlights the quality and taste of the peanuts and the compressed food bar, noting improvements in flavor and texture compared to older versions. The pickled vegetable is also tasted and described as a well-preserved, shelf-stable product.

15:20

🌟 Reviewing the Evolution and Quality of Chinese Military Rations

The final paragraph provides a summary of the Chinese military rations explored in the video. The presenter praises the improvements made to the compressed food bars, noting that they are less thirst-provoking and have a better taste and texture than previous versions. The pickled mustard vegetable is also tasted and compared to kimchi or relish, providing a unique flavor. The video concludes with a reflection on the adventure of trying various military rations and a teaser for future content.

Mindmap

Keywords

💡Self-heating food

Self-heating food is a type of meal that can be heated without the need for an external heat source. It typically includes a chemical heating element that generates heat when exposed to air or water. In the video, the Chinese People's Liberation Army's self-heating food for soldiers is discussed, highlighting its convenience and caloric content for military use.

💡Calories

Calories are a unit of energy that is used to measure the energy content of food. They are essential for understanding the nutritional value and energy provision of a meal. The video mentions the caloric content of the rations, emphasizing the importance of sufficient energy intake for soldiers, with the rations containing approximately 1110 calories.

💡Rations

Rations refer to the allocated food supplies for a specific period, often used in military or survival contexts to ensure adequate nutrition. The video explores various types of rations used by the Chinese military, including self-heating meals, compressed food bars, and specialized rations for high-altitude conditions.

💡Delamination

Delamination is a process where layers of a material separate, often due to degradation or aging. In the context of the video, the term is used to describe the condition of the self-heating food's packaging, which is starting to separate but may not necessarily indicate spoilage of the food inside.

💡Flameless ration heater

A flameless ration heater is a device used to heat food without an open flame, making it safe for use in confined spaces or tactical situations. The video discusses the inclusion of this technology in the military rations, allowing soldiers to have a hot meal even in the field.

💡Hypoxia

Hypoxia refers to a condition where the body experiences a deficiency in oxygen supply, which can occur at high altitudes. The video mentions a special ration designed to combat the effects of hypoxia, with specific nutritional additions to improve blood oxygen saturation and energy metabolism in plateau environments.

💡Compressed food bars

Compressed food bars are high-calorie, nutritionally dense food items that are compact and lightweight, making them ideal for military rations or survival situations. The video describes the type 90 compressed food bar, noting its high calorie content, improved flavor, and dryness that makes it less thirst-provoking.

💡Pickled vegetables

Pickled vegetables are a type of preserved food that has been soaked in a brine solution, often with spices or vinegar, to extend its shelf life and enhance its flavor. They are included in the rations as a source of preserved food that can be eaten as a side or mixed with other foods for added taste.

💡High-altitude sickness

High-altitude sickness, also known as altitude sickness, is a condition that affects individuals who ascend to high elevations rapidly, where the air pressure is lower and the amount of oxygen is reduced. The video discusses a ration specifically designed to combat the effects of high-altitude sickness, with ingredients that help improve the body's ability to function in such environments.

💡Paratrooper ration

Paratrooper rations are specialized food supplies designed for paratroopers, who require lightweight and easily transportable food due to their airborne operations. The video describes the individual food units for paratroopers, which are divided into breakfast, lunch, and dinner units, providing a total of 3900 calories.

💡Retort pouch

A retort pouch is a type of flexible, sterilizable packaging used for food products that can be heated to extend their shelf life. The video refers to the use of retort pouch technology in military rations, allowing for the inclusion of a wider variety of food items that can be safely stored and heated as needed.

Highlights

The Chinese People's Liberation Army self-heating food for individual soldiers weighs 1 lb 8.2 oz or 685 g and contains 1,110 calories.

The food is part of a trial production by the Navy military special food department and is dated February 20th, 2011.

The ration includes three different menus, similar to the Type 13, with nutritional breakdowns of 40 g of protein, 38 g of fat, and 158 g of carbohydrates.

The Type 11 ration predates the Type 13 and Type 18, which are newer versions of the ration produced by China.

China has a variety of rations for different conditions, including iron rations, emergency rations, and rations to combat altitude sickness.

The Type 11 ration has a 30-month shelf life and includes a heat sleeve for activation.

The ration requires more water for activation compared to other types, which could be a drawback in certain situations.

The video demonstrates the degradation of a sauce packet over time, with delamination but no spoilage.

The assorted fried rice in the ration has a larger portion size than a standard MRE (Meal, Ready-to-Eat).

The ration includes a pre-measured water packet for perfect activation of the heating element.

The video shows the contents of a ration, including a heat sleeve, a sauce packet, and a main meal.

The FR (Flameless Ration Heater) is found to be non-functional after 13 years, likely due to moisture ingress.

The video discusses the evolution of the ration from the Type 11 to the Type 13, which includes a beverage base and larger main components.

The ration includes a high glycemic index component, which can provide a quick energy boost.

The video explores a ration designed to combat hypoxia, with specific nutritional additions to increase blood oxygen saturation.

The anti-hypoxic ration includes ingredients like anti-hypoxic fermentation broth and red bean paste for energy and nutrition.

The video concludes with a discussion on the variety and specificity of Chinese military rations, including a ration for paratroopers.