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SKU: 56718-019

Type: EMS Bag

Vendor: 5.11 Tactical

Responder 48 EMS Backpack

Name: Responder 48 EMS Backpack
Brand: 5.11 Tactical
SKU: 56718-019
Price: 245.0 USD
Availability: InStock

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Color: Black

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PRODUCT INFORMATION

5.11 Tactical · 35 L EMS Backpack

Responder 48 EMS Backpack

A 35-litre, 900D TPU-coated pack built for the full EMS operational tempo. The main compartment opens as a full clamshell and five configurable dividers hold airway, monitoring, IV and medication supplies in fixed, repeatable positions. Closed-cell foam panels protect delicate devices, external straps carry a D-size cylinder, and the shell wipes down between patient contacts. Sold as the pack; medical supplies are not included.

35 L · 18.5″ × 13.25″ × 7″900D TPU-coated polyesterFull clamshell, 5 dividersExternal D-cylinder straps

Fixed divider positions are worth more than raw volume: a bag repacked a hundred times only stays fast if every item returns to the same slot.

What's Included

A carry platform sold without medical supplies, in two colorways — Black (56718-019) and Fire Red (56718-474) — identical in construction. Tap a section for what ships in the box, and for the compartment layout and carry detail.

VIEW ▾In the Box — pack and dividers — no medical supplies

1× Responder 48 pack body, 18.5″ H × 13.25″ W × 7″ D, 35 L / 2,135 cu in, 900D TPU-coated polyester with closed-cell foam reinforced panels
1× Vertical internal divider, configurable
4× Horizontal internal dividers, configurable
External non-slip quick-release straps for an optional D-size oxygen cylinder · straps only — cylinder not included
Padded adjustable shoulder straps and back panel, integrated
No airway adjuncts, monitoring equipment, IV supplies, medications, hemorrhage-control items or oxygen are included. The pack ships empty and is loaded to your own protocol, formulary and scope of practice

VIEW ▾Layout, Carry & Dimensions — how it opens, organizes and wears

18.5″ H × 13.25″ W × 7″ D; 35 litres / 2,135 cubic inches; 2.48 kg (approx. 5.5 lb) empty
Full clamshell main compartment opens completely flat, exposing all organized contents at once rather than through a partial opening
One vertical and four horizontal dividers reconfigure the compartment into fixed sections that survive repeated deployment and repacking
Closed-cell foam reinforcement protects glucometers, pulse oximeters, disposable CPAP units and similar devices during vehicle transport
900D TPU-coated polyester shell resists abrasion and moisture; fully wipe-down friendly for rapid decontamination between patient contacts
External non-slip quick-release straps secure a D-size oxygen cylinder outside the pack, keeping the main compartment free
Padded adjustable shoulder straps and back panel for multi-level building responses and extended extrications
This is equipment, not a medical device — it holds no CoTCCC status of its own; that status belongs to the supplies loaded into it

▾Specifications

5.11 Tactical Responder 48 — specifications

Specification	Detail
Manufacturer	5.11 Tactical
Model	56718
SKU — Black	56718-019
SKU — Fire Red	56718-474
Dimensions	18.5″ H × 13.25″ W × 7″ D
Capacity	35 litres / 2,135 cubic inches
Weight	2.48 kg (approx. 5.5 lb) empty
Material	900D TPU-coated polyester; closed-cell foam reinforced panels
Internal dividers	1 vertical + 4 horizontal, configurable
Main compartment	Full clamshell — opens flat
Oxygen	External non-slip quick-release straps for an optional D-size cylinder
Exterior	Wipe-down friendly throughout
Colors	Black · Fire Red
CoTCCC status	Not applicable — equipment bag, not a medical device
Medical supplies included	No — pack only

MARCH = Massive hemorrhage, Airway, Respiration, Circulation, Hypothermia/Head injury. The "48" in the model name refers to 5.11's 48-hour gear-carrying design intent, not to a capacity figure.

▾Who Carries It

EMS and paramedic crews as a primary ALS response pack where the clamshell and fixed dividers matter more than raw volume · Fire departments running medical response from an engine or rescue · Law enforcement medical elements carrying an organized medical pack alongside patrol equipment · Agencies integrating oxygen into the carry system via the external cylinder straps.

Build the divider layout to your own assessment sequence and then leave it alone. A common structure runs airway management at the top, cardiac and monitoring next, IV therapy third, medications fourth and trauma and hemorrhage control at the bottom — mirroring the order a crew actually works a patient, so the pack is searched by muscle memory rather than by reading. Medication and advanced-airway contents are governed by local formulary and scope of practice.

Genuine 5.11 Tactical

Sourced direct from the manufacturer or an authorized master distributor. Ships from MED-TAC International, Pembroke Pines, FL — clinician-founded, veteran-led, SDVOSB-certified.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Available Options:

Black
Fire Red

SPECS & MEASUREMENTS

Specifications coming soon. Contact us for detailed product information.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the capacity of the 5.11 Tactical Responder 48 EMS Backpack?

The 5.11 Responder 48 has a total capacity of 35 liters (2,135 cubic inches), housed in an 18.5" H × 13.25" W × 7" D profile. The main compartment uses a full clamshell opening with five configurable internal dividers (one vertical, four horizontal) to organize EMS, fire, or law enforcement medical gear. This 35L volume is large enough for a complete BLS or moderate ALS loadout including airway, hemorrhage control, IV therapy, and patient assessment supplies.

Can the 5.11 Responder 48 hold an oxygen cylinder?

Yes. The Responder 48 features external non-slip quick-release straps specifically designed to secure a D-size oxygen cylinder to the outside of the pack. This keeps the main 35L compartment free for medical supplies while maintaining accessible O2 delivery. The cylinder is held firmly against the pack's exterior without occupying internal storage space.

What material is the 5.11 Responder 48 made from?

The Responder 48 is constructed from 900D TPU-coated polyester, which provides strong abrasion resistance and water repellency for field conditions. The interior features closed-cell foam reinforcement that protects delicate medical devices from impact. The full exterior surface is wipe-down friendly for rapid decontamination between patient contacts.

Is the 5.11 Responder 48 suitable for both BLS and ALS operations?

The Responder 48's 35-liter capacity and five configurable internal dividers make it adaptable for both BLS and ALS configurations. BLS crews can organize basic airway, bleeding control, and assessment supplies across the five divider sections. ALS agencies can add medication pouches, IV therapy kits, cardiac monitoring equipment, and advanced airway devices. The clamshell opening ensures fast access to any section without removing contents.

What colors does the 5.11 Tactical Responder 48 come in?

The Responder 48 is available in Black (SKU 56718-019) and Fire Red (SKU 56718-474). Fire Red improves scene visibility and is popular with EMS and fire agencies that use color-coded bag systems. Black is preferred by law enforcement medical teams and tactical EMS units where a lower-visibility profile is appropriate.

Responder 48 EMS Backpack

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