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SKU: LXFB45-R

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Lightning X Quad Vent Step-In Turnout Gear Bag w/ Mesh Vents

Name: Lightning X Quad Vent Step-In Turnout Gear Bag w/ Mesh Vents
Brand: Lightning X
SKU: LXFB45-R
Price: 69.99 USD
Availability: InStock

Weight: 6 Lbs. Dimensions:15 Inches L × 14 Inches W × 30 Inches H Brand: Lightning X

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$69.99

Color: Red

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Fluorescent Yellow

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PRODUCT INFORMATION

Lightning X · Turnout Gear Bag

Lightning X Quad Vent Step-In Turnout Gear Bag w/ Mesh Vents

The LXFB45: a 30" × 14" × 15" step-in turnout gear bag with four PVC-reinforced corner mesh vents instead of the usual single rear vent, so air actually crosses the compartment and gear dries between shifts. Separate helmet compartment, dual full-length zippers, two accessory pockets. A gear bag — no medical supplies and no PPE are included.

4 corner mesh vents30" × 14" × 15", 6 lbSeparate helmet compartmentLimited lifetime warranty

A single rear vent moves almost no air — it is the same opening in and out. Four corners is what makes it ventilation rather than a hole.

What's Included

A carry platform sold empty — the bag and its strap, not the gear that goes in it. Colors: Red · Black · Fluorescent Yellow. Tap a section for what ships in the box and how the bag is laid out.

VIEW ▾In the Box — bag and shoulder strap — no PPE, no medical supplies

1× LXFB45 Quad Vent Step-In Turnout Gear Bag, 30" × 14" × 15", 6 lb
1× Padded shoulder strap with heavy-duty snap hooks
4× PVC-reinforced corner mesh vents, built into the main compartment
1× Separate helmet compartment, sized for a traditional-style fire helmet
2× Personal / accessory pockets
Ballistic nylon webbing carry handles with reflective stitching
Embroidered Maltese Cross — embroidered, not screen printed
Dual full-length zippers with nylon pull tabs on the step-in top flap
No turnout coat, pants, boots, helmet, hood, gloves or any medical supply is included — the bag ships empty

VIEW ▾Layout, Ventilation & Dimensions — how it loads and how it dries

30" × 14" × 15", 6 lb — holds a full set of turnout coat and pants with room for boots, without the bulk of an oversized duffel
Step-in access: the top flap unzips to open the main compartment from above, so gear lays in from the top and can be stepped into rather than unpacked
Four uniquely shaped mesh vents, one at each corner of the main compartment, create cross-airflow front to back — as opposed to a single rear vent, where air enters and exits the same opening
Vent frames are PVC-reinforced rather than bare mesh
The helmet has its own compartment, so it is not crushed under the rest of the load
Two accessory pockets keep gloves, hoods and tools separate from the turnout gear
Compact enough to stow behind an apparatus seat or in a compartment

▾Specifications

Lightning X LXFB45 — specifications

Specification	Detail
Manufacturer	Lightning X Products
SKU by color	LXFB45-R (Red) · LXFB45-K (Black) · LXFB45-FY (Fluorescent Yellow)
Dimensions	30" × 14" × 15"
Weight	6 lb
Main compartment	Step-in top flap with dual full-length zippers
Vents	4 PVC-reinforced corner mesh vents (cross ventilation)
Helmet compartment	Separate — fits a traditional-style fire helmet
Accessory pockets	Two personal / accessory pockets
Handles	Ballistic nylon webbing with reflective stitching
Carry	Padded shoulder strap with heavy-duty snap hooks
Embroidery	Maltese Cross, embroidered (not screen printed)
Colors	Red · Black · Fluorescent Yellow
Warranty	Lightning X Limited Lifetime Warranty
Contents	Bag and strap only — no PPE or medical supplies

A gear transport and storage bag. It is not protective equipment and confers no protection rating of its own; the PPE it carries is governed by the department's own inspection and care program.

▾Who Carries It

Career firefighters as a daily station bag for storing and moving structural turnout gear between shifts, with the vents keeping gear airing out in the locker or on the rig · Volunteer and combination companies where gear gets dropped fast after a long night call · Fire academy recruits needing one bag for full PPE, helmet and accessories · Wildland/urban interface and USAR crews where the Fluorescent Yellow colorway aids staging and gear identification · Apparatus assignments where the bag has to stow behind a seat rather than fill a bay.

All colorways share identical construction and the same limited lifetime warranty — the choice is visibility and identification, not durability.

Genuine Lightning X

Sourced direct from the manufacturer or an authorized master distributor. Ships from MED-TAC International, South Florida, US of A — clinician-founded, veteran-led, SDVOSB-certified.

Built around MARCH. Every kit we sell maps to the MARCH protocol — Massive hemorrhage, Airway, Respiration, Circulation, Hypothermia. Learn the sequence in our complete MARCH guide.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Available Options:

Red
Fluorescent Yellow
Black

SPECS & MEASUREMENTS

Specification	Value
Width	14 Inches
Length	15 Inches
Height	30 Inches
Weight	6 Lbs.

Built around MARCH. Every medical product and kit aligns with the MARCH protocol — Massive hemorrhage, Airway, Respiration, Circulation, Hypothermia.

SHIPPING & RETURNS

Domestic & Military Shipping

Free Standard Shipping: Automatically applied at checkout on all orders $200 and above within the 48 contiguous United States (CONUS).

APO/FPO Military Addresses: Unconditionally free standard shipping on every order, with no minimum purchase required.

Order Processing & Tracking

Fulfillment Timeline: In stock merchandise ships within 48-72 hours from Florida HQ.

Automated carrier tracking details are emailed immediately upon shipment dispatch.

30-Day Returns & Medical Safety

Returns: Unused, unopened equipment in original manufacturer packaging is eligible for return within 30 days of delivery.

Bio-Safety Notice: To ensure sterility and patient safety, medical consumables with opened or broken tamper-evident seals cannot be returned.

Return Facility: MED-TAC International Corp., 15757 Pines Blvd, Suite 154, Pembroke Pines, FL 33027.

Export Compliance

North American Rescue (NAR) products and rifle hard armor plates are strictly restricted to US and APO/FPO addresses and cannot be exported internationally.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is Quad-Vent Technology and why does it matter for turnout gear storage?

Quad-Vent Technology refers to four PVC-reinforced mesh vents positioned at each corner of the LXFB45M's main compartment. This corner placement creates true cross-ventilation — air enters one side and exits the other — compared to competitors that offer a single rear vent where air cannot flow through. Active ventilation is important because turnout gear stored wet develops mildew, accelerates fabric degradation, and may compromise its thermal and chemical protective properties. Faster drying extends the service life of expensive PPE.

Will this bag hold a full set of turnout gear and a helmet?

Yes. The LXFB45M measures 30" × 14" × 15", which is sized to comfortably hold a turnout coat, turnout pants, and boots in the main step-in compartment. A separate dedicated helmet compartment accommodates traditional-style fire helmets. Two additional personal/accessory pockets stage smaller items like SCBA accessories, hoods, and gloves.

Is the Lightning X LXFB45M CoTCCC recommended?

The LXFB45M is a firefighter turnout gear storage bag — CoTCCC (Committee on Tactical Combat Casualty Care) recommendations apply to battlefield and trauma medical devices, not PPE storage bags. The LXFB45M is designed for fire service use and is not a medical device requiring CoTCCC review.

How does the step-in design work?

The top of the bag features a zippered flap that opens wide, allowing full access to the main compartment from above. Gear is stored with turnout pants near the bottom and coat above; at the scene, a firefighter can unzip the flap, step directly into the pants while they are still positioned at the bottom of the bag, and pull them on without removing the pants from the bag first. This step-in design reduces gear-up time and keeps gear organized.

What carry options does the LXFB45M offer?

The bag can be carried using ballistic nylon webbing handles (featuring reflective stitching for low-light visibility) or an adjustable padded shoulder strap with heavy-duty snap hooks. The padded shoulder strap distributes the weight of a fully loaded gear bag more comfortably over longer distances, such as carrying from a parking area to a station or apparatus bay.