OPERATION EIGHT (V)
Part of the GBF Number Series
This patch is not sold individually.
Available only as part of the full six-patch bundle.
Eight miles. Controlled pace under load.
Not a race.
A test of discipline.
Mission
Complete 8 miles under load within the time standard.
Maintain control from start to finish.
Execution
Ruck 8 miles
Time limit: 2 hours
Maintain a steady, sustainable pace throughout
Tiers
CSS, 33 lbs
CS, 44 lbs
Combat, 55 lbs
Commando, 55 lbs
Standard
Finish inside 2 hours
Distance and load must be met exactly
Commando expectation
Target finish: ~1:50 to 1:55
Pace should be controlled, not reckless
Standards
Time, distance, and load must all be met
Running without control misses the intent of the test
All challenges are completed on the honor system.
Recognition
Completion earns the Operation EIGHT (V) patch
Tier achieved may be recorded
Skull & Daggers
Complete all six Number Series challenges at Commando level to qualify.
Notes
Challenges may be attempted multiple times
Only honest completions count
You are responsible for your own safety
This is one of six.

