The NAR-4™ Aid Kit is North American Rescue's ergo-dynamic, TCCC-aligned tactical medical pack for Tactical Healthcare Professionals. It features a modular system with 5 removable nylon bags, 500D CORDURA® Berry Amendment construction with GhillieTex™ IR hardware, PALS/MOLLE attachment, and shoulder straps for low-profile backpack carry. Contents include 2 C-A-T® tourniquets, 2 QuikClot Combat Gauze®, HyFin® chest seals, ARS® needle decompression, King LTS-D™ airway, Tactical CricKit®, and more. Available in Black, OD, Coyote Tan, and Multicam.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | North American Rescue (NAR) |
| SKU — Black / Combat Gauze | 80-0181 |
| SKU — Olive Drab / Combat Gauze | 80-0308 |
| SKU — Coyote Tan / Combat Gauze | 80-0183 |
| SKU — Multicam / Combat Gauze | 80-0244 |
| Material | 500D CORDURA® Berry Amendment Nylon with GhillieTex™ IR hardware |
| Carry Options | Low-profile backpack (stowed shoulder straps) or body armor attachment (4 rapid attachment straps) |
| Mounting System | PALS/MOLLE front and side attachment points |
| Modular Design | 5 removable nylon bags (configurable by skill set and mission) |
| Zipper | Sand & water resistant, self-repairing with silent 550 cord pulls |
| CoTCCC Alignment | Packing list consistent with TCCC Guidelines |
Complete Kit Contents
- 2 × C-A-T® Combat Application Tourniquet® — Black (CoTCCC-recommended)
- 2 × ETD™ 6 in. Emergency Trauma Dressing
- 1 × ETD™ Abdominal Emergency Trauma Dressing
- 4 × S-Rolled Gauze™ (4.5 in. × 4.1 yd)
- 2 × Z-Fold Vacuum Packed QuikClot Combat Gauze® (CoTCCC-recommended)
- 2 × NAR® Pre-Lubricated Nasopharyngeal Airway — 28F (117 mm)
- 1 × King LTS-D™ Supraglottic Airway Kit
- 1 × Cyclone® Improved BVM (Bag-Valve Mask)
- 1 × Tactical Suction Device
- 1 × Tactical CricKit®
- HyFin® Vent Chest Seal Twin Pack
- ARS® Needle Decompression Kit
- IV access supplies (IV catheter, tubing)
- Additional trauma management supplies
- Black Talon® Nitrile Gloves
- Combat Casualty Cards and Permanent Marker
- Trauma Shears and Scissor Leash™
Product Overview
Combat medics and Tactical Healthcare Professionals face a persistent challenge: carry enough equipment to manage the full spectrum of TCCC-relevant emergencies (hemorrhage, airway, chest, circulation) without creating a load so heavy and bulky that it degrades mission performance. The NAR-4™ Aid Kit was designed with this exact balance in mind. It is the advanced-tier offering in NAR's tactical medical carry ecosystem—built for providers who must manage not just one casualty, but support a team through a sustained engagement.
The outer bag is constructed from 500D CORDURA® Berry Amendment-compliant nylon, ensuring domestic manufacturing compliance for military procurement. GhillieTex™ hardware provides Near Infrared Signature Reduction throughout, while sand and water-resistant self-repairing zippers with silent 550 cord pulls minimize acoustic and IR signature during operational use. Shoulder straps stow internally until needed, allowing the bag to be carried as a true low-profile backpack when needed or pre-rigged to body armor for rapid access via four rapid attachment straps.
The modular interior features five removable nylon bags that segment equipment by mission function—airway tools, IV equipment, hemorrhage control gear—allowing providers to pull a specific bag without exposing the entire kit. This organization accelerates access under stress and ensures that critical components are in predictable locations regardless of who packed the kit. The PALS/MOLLE attachment points on the front and sides allow additional pouches to be staged externally for most-immediate-use items.
MARCH Protocol Coverage
| MARCH Category | Equipment Included |
|---|---|
| Massive Hemorrhage | 2× C-A-T® tourniquets, 2× QuikClot Combat Gauze®, ETD™, Abdominal ETD™, S-Rolled Gauze™ |
| Airway | 2× NPA, King LTS-D™ Supraglottic Airway, Cyclone® BVM, Tactical Suction, Tactical CricKit® |
| Respiration | HyFin® Vent Chest Seal Twin Pack, ARS® Needle Decompression Kit |
| Circulation | IV access supplies, tourniquets, hemostatic gauze |
| Documentation | Combat Casualty Cards, Permanent Markers |
See also: IFAK Kits & First Aid | Massive Hemorrhage Control | C-A-T® Gen 7 Tourniquet | Military & Tactical Gear
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.
When to Deploy the NAR-4 Tactical Medic Pack Aid Kit
What's Included (NAR SKU: 80-0181-s):
- 2 x C-A-T® (Combat Application Tourniquet®) – Black
- 2 x ETD™ 6 in. Emergency Trauma Dressing
- 1 x ETD™ Abdominal Emergency Trauma Dressing
- 4 x S-Rolled Gauze™ (4.5 in. x 4.1 yd)
- Hemostatic dressing (variant): 2 x Z-Fold Vacuum Packed QuikClot® Combat Gauze® — CoTCCC-recommended. Confirm hemostatic variant (QuikClot or alternate) at time of order to match unit protocols.
- 2 x NAR® Nasopharyngeal Airway with Lube – 28F (117 mm)
- 1 x King LTS-D™ Supraglottic Airway Kit
- 1 x Cyclone® New & Improved BVM
- 1 x Tactical Suction Device
- 1 x Tactical CricKit®
- 1 x HyFin® Vent Chest Seal Twin Pack
- 2 x ARS® Needle Decompression Kit (14 G × 3.25 in.)
- 1 x BOA® IV Constricting Band
- 4 x NAR Saline Lock Kit
- 1 x NAR Sharps Shuttle
- 1 x CT-6 Traction Splint
- 2 x SAM® Splint II
- 1 x Trauma Shears (7.25 in.)
- 2 x GeckoGrip™ Multipurpose Tape
- 8 pr Black Talon® Nitrile Trauma Gloves
- 6 x Polycarbonate Eye Shield
- 1 x Combat Casualty Reference Card
- 4 x Combat Casualty Card
- 1 x Black Permanent Marker, Large
- 1 x Armadillo™ Medication Storage Case
- Full TCCC mission set for a tactical medic: All four MARCH-PAWS phases represented in a single platform — haemorrhage control, airway (NPA, supraglottic, surgical cric), chest seals, needle decompression, IV/IO access, and splinting.
- Modular forward surgical or CCP staging: Five removable nylon bags can be pulled individually — the haemorrhage bag forward, the airway bag to a separate provider — reducing fumble time and enabling two-provider simultaneous treatment.
- Long-duration direct action missions: 8 pairs of gloves, 4 casualty cards, and redundant airway tools address the reality of multi-casualty scenarios on extended operations where resupply is unavailable.
- Body-armour low-profile backpack carry: Shoulder straps stow away or pre-rig for direct attachment to body armour via four rapid attachment straps — enabling seamless transition between mounted and dismounted movement.
- CT-6 traction splint for mid-shaft femur: The CT-6 is included as standard — enabling complete fracture management including femur traction without supplemental kit.
- Surgical airway and supraglottic airway emergencies: Tactical CricKit® and King LTS-D™ provide both primary and rescue airway pathways — the full airway algorithm at one platform for austere scenarios where intubation is unavailable.
Configuration note: The hemostatic dressing in the NAR-4 Aid Kit is available in a Combat Gauze variant (QuikClot®). Confirm the hemostatic gauze option at time of order to match your unit's TCCC standing orders and medical director protocols.
How the NAR-4 Tactical Medic Pack Aid Kit Compares
NAR-4 Aid Kit vs. NAR-4 Chest Pouch: The Chest Pouch (80-0173-s) is the front-of-armour immediate-response loadout; the Aid Kit (80-0181-s) is the comprehensive mission pack with IV/IO, splinting, supraglottic airway, and medication storage. The Chest Pouch and Aid Kit are complementary — many medics carry both.
NAR-4 Aid Kit vs. NAR-6 Kit: The NAR-6 Kit is a six-pouch system optimised for sustained operations with a larger footprint. The NAR-4 is a four-bag system in a slimline backpack — better suited for direct-action missions requiring mobility. The NAR-6 prioritises redundancy and supply depth over low-profile carry.
NAR-4 Aid Kit vs. Medic Assault Kit: The Medic Assault Kit is a rigid-frame system with rescue rope and hardware. The NAR-4 Aid Kit is a soft-shell low-profile system — no rescue components — optimised for casualty care without extraction.
Material and construction: Outer bag dimensions closed: H 19 in. × W 15 in. × D 7 in. Weight: 12 lb 8.3 oz. CORDURA® nylon construction. MOLLE-compatible. Slimline profile for armour integration.
Procurement: SKU: 80-0181-s. Available GSA/ECAT. Contact MED-TAC International for agency and DOD pricing.
NAR-4 Tactical Medic Pack Aid Kit — FAQ
Q: Is the NAR-4 Tactical Medic Pack Aid Kit CoTCCC-recommended?
A: The NAR-4 Aid Kit contains multiple CoTCCC-recommended devices including the C-A-T® Tourniquet, QuikClot® Combat Gauze®, HyFin® Vent Chest Seal, and ARS® Needle Decompression Kit. CoTCCC recommendations attach to individual devices, not assembled kits — verify current TCCC guidelines for each component's indication and confirm the hemostatic variant at purchase.
Q: What training qualifications are required to carry and use the NAR-4 Aid Kit?
A: The NAR-4 Aid Kit is designed for trained Tactical Healthcare Professionals: 68W Combat Medics, 18D Special Forces Medics, TCCC-credentialed providers, and equivalent civilian roles (Paramedics, Flight Medics). Advanced procedures — surgical airway, supraglottic airway, needle thoracostomy — require clinical training and scope-of-practice authorisation.
Q: Can the NAR-4 Aid Kit's five pouches be detached and used independently?
A: Yes. The modular system features five removable nylon bags secured inside the outer slimline pack. Individual bags can be pulled for immediate casualty-side use, staged at a CCP, or divided between two providers during multi-casualty operations.
Q: What is the SKU and procurement pathway for the NAR-4 Tactical Medic Pack Aid Kit?
A: SKU: 80-0181-s. Available through North American Rescue's GSA schedule and ECAT procurement channels. Contact NAR directly or MED-TAC International for institutional, DOD, and law enforcement pricing. Dimensions closed: H 19 in. x W 15 in. x D 7 in.; Weight: 12 lb 8.3 oz.
Q: Does the NAR-4 Aid Kit include IV/IO access capability?
A: Yes. The NAR-4 Aid Kit includes a BOA® IV Constricting Band, 4 x NAR Saline Lock Kits, and a NAR Sharps Shuttle for IV/IO access management. It does not include IO needles or IV fluid bags as standard — these are typically added per unit SOP or medical director guidance.
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Available Options:
- Black / Combat Gauze
- Olive Drab / Combat Gauze
- Coyote Tan / Combat Gauze
- Multicam / Combat Gauze
- Black / ChitoGauze PRO
- Olive Drab / ChitoGauze PRO
- Coyote Tan / ChitoGauze PRO
- Multicam / ChitoGauze PRO
Specifications coming soon. Contact us for detailed product information.
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