Military equipment is a broad term that encompasses the items used by military personnel in order to carry out their duties. This includes materiel, ARMAMENT, and GEAR. Materiel refers to the supplies and equipment needed for military operations, such as weapons, ammunition, vehicles, and clothing. ARMAMENT is the collective term for weapons and other military equipment used for combat. GEAR is the general term for the equipment and supplies used by military personnel, including clothing, tools, and other items.