Ministry of Defence Purchased 200,000 Electric Foot Warmers: Purchase Details.

'State Rear Operator' of the Ministry of Defence of Ukraine has purchased 200,000 individual heating devices – electric heating insole inserts for soldiers through the Prozorro system.

According to inkorr.com: According to the information from the defense ministry, these heating devices meet the technical requirements developed and approved by the Central Department of Material Support Development in 2025.

Features of Individual Heating Devices

Each set contains a pair of insoles, a connector with a fixation system, a wire, a switch, and a USB type A connector. The insoles connect to a Power Bank and provide heat for at least 6 hours.

• Surface temperature of the insoles during normal operation – from 40 °C;
• Thickness of the insoles – 7.5-9.7 mm;
• Length of wire – 2.35-2.6 m.

Purchase of Chemical Warmers for Soldiers

In October 2025, the Ministry of Defence's Department of Rear purchased 300,000 chemical warmers based on an updated technical specification. These devices are intended for warming the hands, feet, and body of soldiers in low-temperature conditions.

The surface temperature of the warmers during normal operation is at least 40 °C, and the duration of heating also lasts at least 6 hours.

• Each set includes:
• 2 body warmers;
• 2 hand warmers;
• 2 foot warmers (half-insoles).

The updated version includes specified sizes for each type of warmer and aims to ensure comfort and reliability for soldiers while performing combat tasks.

During combat missions, soldiers face extreme conditions, and thus the availability of such heating devices is crucial for enhancing their comfort and operational efficiency. Compliance with technical requirements demonstrates a serious approach from military structures to provide their subordinates with appropriate means.