High-capacity litters are bulky — so they get left behind, stored in one central spot, and never where the casualty actually goes down. The capability exists but isn't where it's needed.
What puts a full-sized 700 lb litter in every bag without the bulk?
The R.E.E.L. closes that gap. At 1 lb 3 oz and 0.75″ thick when vacuum-packed, it is the most compact high-capacity litter in the NAR portfolio — it rides in a response bag, a vehicle door pocket, or a facility cache without meaningful space cost. Deployed, it opens to a full 78″ × 30″ surface (one of the widest non-rigid litters available) and carries 700 lb on eight handles positioned for 2-to-8-person team ergonomics. Non-rigid construction makes it faster to deploy and easier to store than rigid alternatives, with the trade-off of less patient immobilization than a framed litter — pair with a rigid platform where spinal immobilization or long-duration transport is required.
Why This Litter
Packs Nearly Flat
0.75″ thick, 1 lb 3 oz — fits where a rigid litter never could.
700 lb Capacity
Full-sized 78″ × 30″ surface handles nearly any patient.
8 Handles, 2–8 Carriers
Ergonomic spacing scales the carry team to the patient and terrain.
Stage Everywhere
Cheap on space, so it pre-positions throughout a facility or fleet.
Who Fields It
MCI staging — high litter count in minimal space
Facility caches — pre-position per wing or floor
Expeditionary teams — litter capability at minimal carry weight
Pair It Up
Add carry harnesses or a rigid platform to the evacuation load.
The Litter, Up Close
A 700 lb Litter In Every Bag.
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Specifications
| Manufacturer | North American Rescue |
| SKU | 60-0075 |
| Packaged Dimensions | 13″ L × 10″ W × 0.75″ D |
| Open Dimensions | 78″ L × 30″ W |
| Weight | 1 lb 3 oz (538 g) |
| Carrying Capacity | 700 lb |
| Carry Handles | 8, ergonomically spaced (2–8 person) |
| Material | Rugged lightweight nylon (non-rigid) |
| Packaging | Vacuum-sealed low-cube pouch |
When to Deploy the Rapid Expeditionary Evacuation Litter (Non-Rigid)
- Expeditionary patrol non-rigid litter need: When patrol weight budgets prohibit rigid pole litters, the REEL provides an organized, packable non-rigid patient transport platform.
- Air-assault casualty staging: Compact packed dimensions make it stageable in aircraft crew spaces or assault packs for immediate CASEVAC capability at the objective.
- Two-person carry at the squad level: Any two team members can deploy the REEL and carry a non-ambulatory casualty to a collection point using the integrated carry loops.
- Austere environments without purpose-built litters: Where no other litter is available, the REEL provides a purpose-built platform superior to improvised carries.
- MEDEVAC staging at collection points: Stage the REEL with the medical element to receive casualties arriving from team elements and prepare them for helicopter extraction.
How the REEL Compares
REEL vs. QuickLitter: Both are poleless non-rigid litters; compare packed dimensions, rated capacity, and specific handle/loop configuration to determine fit for your kit. The REEL is described as an expeditionary-grade option for patrol-level integration.
REEL vs. rigid pole litters (TALON II, RAVEN, T3): Rigid litters provide a firm patient platform for spinal precaution and extended carries; the REEL is lighter and more packable. Use a rigid litter when available for MEDEVAC-phase transport; use the REEL when weight/space prohibit rigid options.
REEL vs. Dragon Harness / drag devices: Drag devices move a casualty single-operator; the REEL is a two-person carry platform for longer-distance transport with better patient dignity and stability. Choose drag devices for immediate movement off the X; REEL for subsequent carry to collection point.
REEL vs. improvised carries: Improvised fireman carries strain rescuers and risk patient injury. The REEL provides engineered handles, load distribution, and repeat-use reliability. See all casualty evacuation options.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is the REEL CoTCCC-compliant for patient movement?
A: The REEL supports the patient movement requirement of TCCC — moving a casualty off the X and to a collection point or MEDEVAC position. It aligns with TCCC care-under-fire and tactical field care phase movement guidance.
Q: What is the weight capacity of the REEL?
A: Refer to the North American Rescue product datasheet for the rated patient capacity. As with all non-rigid litters, distribute weight evenly using both carry positions and avoid exceeding the rated capacity with equipment loaded on the patient.
Q: Does the REEL come with carry handles or straps?
A: Yes. The REEL includes integrated loops/handles for two-person carry. Consult the product-specific IFU for the handle configuration and correct carry technique.
Q: What is the NSN for the REEL?
A: Contact MED-TAC International or reference North American Rescue's NSN catalog for current NSN, pricing, and contract vehicle availability for government procurement of the REEL.
Q: Can the REEL be used in a helicopter for patient transport?
A: The REEL is an expeditionary litter intended for ground-level carry to a MEDEVAC point. For in-helicopter transport, defer to aircraft crew guidance on approved patient restraint and transport methods. Transfer patients to an appropriate locking-stanchion litter system for flight when available.
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All products sourced direct from North American Rescue. CoTCCC recommendation status verified where applicable. Ships from MED-TAC International, Pembroke Pines, FL — clinician-founded, veteran-led, SDVOSB-certified.
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