A standard NATO rigid litter weighs 14–18 lb. For an assault element already carrying 60–80+ lb of mission gear, that's a real combat-load burden — and weight is what determines whether a casualty gets moved fast or not at all.
How do you carry a full rigid litter without carrying the weight of one?
The T3 achieves under-12-lb rigid-litter performance through advanced materials that keep the full structural requirements of tactical casualty evacuation. The 81″ open length is deliberate — the minimum for floor-loading a UH-60 Black Hawk, enabling direct transfer from the assault element to rotary-wing MEDEVAC without repositioning the patient. Despite the full-size footprint, it folds to a 21 × 8.75 × 7.25″ quad-fold package small enough to ride on the outside of a ruck. The 1,200 lb payload gives structural redundancy across patient weights and multi-rescuer loading, and four IV attachment points support en-route resuscitation during the TACEVAC phase.
Why This Litter
Sub-12 lb
2–6 lb lighter than standard NATO litters — multiplied across an element and a multi-day op.
No Strength Compromise
1,200 lb structural payload rating despite the ultralight build.
Carries On The Ruck
Quad-fold storage attaches externally without impeding the operator.
UH-60 + 4 IV Points
Floor-load compatible without repositioning; in-transit resuscitation supported.
Who Fields It
Special Operations — weight-critical CASEVAC on target
SOF medics — rigid platform that moves with the element
TCCC-trained teams — rotary-wing MEDEVAC interface
Pair It Up
Build the evacuation load.
The Litter, Up Close
Rigid Litter. Ultralight Carry.
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Specifications
| Manufacturer | North American Rescue |
| Weight | 11 lb 13 oz (5.34 kg) — under 12 lb |
| Folded Dimensions | 21″ H × 8.75″ W × 7.25″ D |
| Open Dimensions | 81″ L × 22.5″ W × 6″ D |
| Payload | 1,200 lb (544.3 kg) |
| IV Points / Straps | 4 IV attachment points; 2 securing straps |
| Helicopter | 81″ enables UH-60 floor loading |
| Ground Clearance | 1.5″ |
| Origin | North American Rescue |
When to Deploy T3 Lightweight Assault Litter
- Direct action CASEVAC: medic carries the folded T3 on the assault; deploys it at point of wounding without returning to vehicle or staging area.
- Talon II Carrier integration: the T3 is a purpose-fit platform for the NAR Talon II Assault Litter Carrier — the carrier holds the T3 on the medic's back, freeing both hands until casualty.
- Confined-space extraction: the quad-fold collapses to a 20.5″ package, allowing carry through vehicle hatches, breached walls, and narrow corridors inaccessible to standard litters.
- Rotary-wing MEDEVAC: the T3 meets Safe-to-Fly requirements and is sized for NATO-compatible platforms, enabling direct load to Black Hawk or similar aircraft without transfer.
- Long-distance movement under load: at 7 lb, the T3's lightweight construction allows a two-person team to maintain movement over extended distances without the exhaustion of heavier rigid litters.
Best Practice: Secure the T3 in the Talon II Carrier before insertion — not after contact. A litter pulled from a bag under fire costs seconds that the Talon II system eliminates.
How T3 Lightweight Assault Litter Compares
T3 vs. TALON II 90C: The TALON II 90C adds collapsible handles for ergonomic two-person carry and is the U.S. Army's primary evacuation and treatment platform. The T3 is lighter and more compact for assault carry when weight is the primary constraint.
T3 vs. REEL non-rigid litter: The REEL is flexible and even lighter for hasty extraction but provides less immobilization. The T3's rigid frame supports spinal alignment and stable IV access during transport.
T3 vs. improvised carries: Improvised carries (poncho, blanket) sacrifice patient immobilization and provider ergonomics. The T3 provides a rated 600-lb rigid platform in a 7-lb package.
T3 vs. Quad-Fold Medevac Litter: The Quad-Fold Medevac Litter is a full-size platform for treatment and transport. The T3 prioritizes assault carry weight — its compactness and 7-lb weight class make it the better choice for operator-organic litter capability.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is the T3 Lightweight Assault Litter CoTCCC-recommended?
A: Rigid litter capability is consistent with CoTCCC TACEVAC guidelines. The T3 is widely used in CoTCCC-aligned training programs and fielded by U.S. and allied military units. Confirm current fielding status with your unit medical officer.
Q: What carriers are compatible with the T3 litter?
A: The T3 is compatible with the NAR Talon II Assault Litter Carrier, which is designed to accommodate all NAR quad-fold platforms including the T3, TALON II 90C, and Medevac litter. No litter-specific inserts are required.
Q: Does the T3 meet Safe-to-Fly certification?
A: Yes. The T3 Lightweight Assault Litter is Safe-to-Fly rated, making it compatible with rotary-wing MEDEVAC platforms including the UH-60 Black Hawk. Confirm current certification documentation with North American Rescue for specific aircraft requirements.
Q: What is the load rating of the T3?
A: The T3 is rated to 600 lb, sufficient for all casualty weights with standard combat kit. This rating applies to a properly assembled litter on a flat carry — consult NAR technical documentation for dynamic load scenarios.
Q: Is there an NSN for the T3 Litter?
A: Contact MED-TAC International or North American Rescue for current NSN and CAGE code for government and DLA procurement of the T3 Lightweight Assault Litter.
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