TacMed Adaptive First Aid Kit (AFAK)
A compact, MOLLE-compatible individual first aid kit pre-packed for the leading causes of preventable trauma death — with an optional CoTCCC-recommended hemostatic upgrade.
What is the TacMed Adaptive First Aid Kit? A compact, MOLLE/PALS- and belt-mountable IFAK built by Tactical Medical Solutions for soldiers, law enforcement officers, and special operations personnel. At 6.5″H × 4.5″W × 3″D — roughly the footprint of a large magazine pouch — it carries extremity hemorrhage control, chest-seal, and airway capability, with an optional QuikClot hemostatic agent upgrade. Available in Black, Olive Drab, Coyote Tan, and Multicam.
Key Specifications
| Manufacturer | Tactical Medical Solutions (TacMed) |
| Dimensions | 6.5″H × 4.5″W × 3″D |
| Mounting | MOLLE/PALS and belt-mount compatible |
| Tourniquet | SOF Tourniquet w/ Tourniquet Strap System |
| Hemostatic Options | With QuikClot or without |
| Color Options | Black, Olive Drab, Coyote Tan, Multicam |
| CoTCCC Status | SOF-T — and QuikClot on the w/QuikClot variant — are CoTCCC-recommended |
| Product Type | IFAK — Mil/SOF |
| Origin | USA (Tactical Medical Solutions) |
Kit Contents
| Item | Qty | Function |
|---|---|---|
| SOF Tourniquet w/ Tourniquet Strap System | 1× | Extremity hemorrhage control |
| 4″ OLAES Modular Bandage (flat-packed) | 1× | Pressure dressing, wound packing, improvised occlusive cover |
| Beacon Chest Seal | 1× | Open thoracic wound management |
| Nasopharyngeal Airway (NPA) w/ Lube | 1× | Airway management |
| 5.5″ Trauma Shears | 1× | Clothing/gear removal for wound access |
| Nitrile Gloves (XL) | 1 pair | PPE / infection control |
| w/QuikClot variant adds: QuikClot Hemostatic Agent | 1× | CoTCCC-recommended hemostatic wound packing |
What It Is
The Adaptive First Aid Kit was designed by Tactical Medical Solutions to give an individual operator a complete, immediately deployable trauma loadout that fits inside the physical constraints of worn kit. At 6.5″H × 4.5″W × 3″D it occupies roughly the same real estate as a large magazine pouch, yet carries supplies addressing the leading preventable causes of trauma death: extremity hemorrhage, open chest injury, and airway obstruction.
The Tourniquet Strap System is a TacMed retention feature that keeps the SOF Tourniquet secured to the pouch exterior for one-handed access while the main compartment stays sealed. The OLAES Modular Bandage is among the most versatile trauma dressings available, serving as a pressure dressing, a wound-packing device, and an improvised occlusive cover via its built-in plastic film. The Beacon Chest Seal provides a dedicated chest-seal option for open thoracic wounds.
The optional QuikClot hemostatic upgrade adds CoTCCC-recommended hemostatic wound-packing capability for deep or junctional wounds where a tourniquet cannot be applied. For departments or units standardizing on a single kit, the AFAK is offered in Black, Olive Drab, Coyote Tan, and Multicam to match unit coloration. Compare against other carry options in the IFAK & first aid kits collection and individual hemorrhage-control supplies.
WHO USES THE ADAPTIVE FIRST AID KIT — AND HOW
- Individual soldiers and dismounted operators — MOLLE-mountable vertically or horizontally on any MOLLE surface; removable insert with optional lanyard enables small-of-the-back placement with positive retention when body armor is not worn
- Law enforcement officers — mounts to patrol belt or duty rig; adaptive MOLLE platform on the exterior pouch maximizes available space for additional items; tourniquet strap system supports both vertical and horizontal placement based on dominant hand and access preference
- Operators in plain clothes or off-armor configurations — the AFAK provides a self-aid capability when body armor and its MOLLE surface are not in use; the removable insert with lanyard enables covert body placement
- Combat lifesavers and individual first responders — six-item content selection addresses the primary preventable causes of traumatic death (extremity hemorrhage, airway obstruction, penetrating chest trauma) in a 6.5″×4.5″×3″ form factor that imposes minimal carry burden
- MOLLE belt and belt-fed system integration — the tourniquet strap system is fully adaptive for both vertical and horizontal placement, enabling correct SOF Tourniquet staging in the operator's preferred access position regardless of rig configuration
ADAPTIVE FIRST AID KIT VS. STANDARD IFAK CONFIGURATIONS
What makes the AFAK "adaptive":
- Mounting versatility: Most IFAKs mount in a single orientation. The AFAK mounts vertically or horizontally on MOLLE, adapts to belt placement, and can be converted to small-of-the-back configuration with the removable insert and optional lanyard. This versatility supports operators across multiple kit configurations — plate carrier, duty belt, and covert rig — without requiring a separate pouch for each.
- Tourniquet staging system: The included tourniquet strap system provides adaptive vertical and horizontal tourniquet placement based on operator preference, supporting both-hands access in a single integrated system rather than requiring a separate tourniquet pouch.
- External MOLLE platform: The additional MOLLE platform on the exterior of the AFAK pouch allows attachment of supplemental pouches — expanding storage capacity beyond the base kit without replacing the primary pouch.
Contents: SOF Tourniquet w/ Strap System, 4″ OLAES Modular Bandage (flat-packed), Beacon Chest Seal, 28F NPA w/ Lube, 5.5″ Trauma Shears, 1 PR Nitrile Gloves. SKU: AFAK-B. Hemostatic option available.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q: Can the AFAK be mounted without body armor?
A: Yes. The removable insert with optional lanyard allows the AFAK to be carried in a small-of-the-back placement with positive retention when body armor is not worn — providing self-aid capability for operators in plain-clothes configurations, off-duty carry, or situations where full plate carrier use is inappropriate. This is a specific design requirement for operators who transition between uniformed and plainclothes environments.
Q: Does the AFAK include a tourniquet staging system?
A: Yes. The AFAK includes the SOF Tourniquet with an integrated Tourniquet Strap System that is fully adaptive for both vertical and horizontal placement. The strap system enables the operator to configure tourniquet access based on their preferred hand and kit layout — a capability absent from standard IFAK designs that store the tourniquet inside the pouch body.
Q: What injuries does the AFAK address?
A: The AFAK's six-item selection targets the three primary preventable causes of traumatic death: extremity hemorrhage (SOF Tourniquet), penetrating chest trauma (Beacon Chest Seal), and airway obstruction (28F Nasopharyngeal Airway with lubricant). The OLAES Modular Bandage addresses wound packing and pressure dressing. Trauma Shears enable gear removal for wound access. This selection mirrors the TCCC MARCH algorithm priorities in the smallest viable individual kit footprint.
Related searches: AFAK, TacMed adaptive first aid kit, Mil/SOF IFAK, SOF tourniquet kit, QuikClot IFAK, MOLLE trauma pouch.
All products sourced from the actual brand manufacturer or authorized master distributors. CoTCCC recommendation status verified where applicable. Ships from MED-TAC International, Pembroke Pines, FL — clinician-founded, veteran-led, SDVOSB-certified.
Available Options:
- Black / w/Quickclot
- Black / No Quickclot
- Olive Drab / w/Quickclot
- Olive Drab / No Quickclot
- Coyote Tan / w/Quickclot
- Coyote Tan / No Quickclot
- Multicam / w/Quickclot
- Multicam / No Quickclot
Specifications coming soon. Contact us for detailed product information.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
