A conventional rigid litter won't fit the compressed compartment of an up-armored Humvee at full length — so the platform that's supposed to evacuate the casualty can't ride in the vehicle that carries them.
How do you fit a full NATO-length litter inside an armored vehicle?
The retractable handle system is the 90C's defining feature. Handles collapsed, the litter is 78″ — short enough to floor-load inside standard military vehicles and helicopter compartments. Handles extended, it reaches 90″, the NATO-standard length for helicopter litter mounts, hospital transfer equipment, and multi-platform MEDEVAC interoperability. Automatic locking hinges hold the deployed configuration with no manual locking step, and the slip-resistant ripstop fabric is tested and approved with live chemical warfare agents for CBRN compatibility. Six IV attachment points support bilateral fluid administration during en-route TACEVAC care; two securing straps hold casualty position; the 1,200 lb payload and 1.5″ ground clearance give structural margin across terrain.
Why This Litter
78″ To 90″
Collapsed for vehicle and helicopter floor loading; extended to NATO-standard length.
Auto-Locking Hinges
Holds deployed configuration with no manual locking — faster under field conditions.
CBRN-Tested Fabric
Slip- and chemical-resistant ripstop, tested with live warfare agents.
1,200 lb / 6 IV Points
Structural margin plus bilateral IV/IO support for en-route care.
Who Fields It
Army & DoD ground units — WALK® and vehicle life-saving kits
Rotary-wing MEDEVAC — NATO-length compatibility extended
SOF & tactical EMS — compact rigid litter for confined platforms
Pair It Up
Build the evacuation load.
The Litter, Up Close
Fits The Vehicle. Flies The Mission.
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Specifications
| Manufacturer | North American Rescue |
| Weight | 16 lb 6 oz (7.4 kg) |
| Folded Dimensions | 20.5″ H × 8.5″ W × 9.5″ D (handles collapsed) |
| Open — Collapsed | 78″ L × 22.5″ W × 6″ D |
| Open — Extended | 90″ L × 22.5″ W × 6″ D |
| Payload | 1,200 lb (544.3 kg) |
| IV Points / Straps | 6 IV attachment points; 2 securing straps |
| Fabric | Slip-/chemical-resistant ripstop; live-agent tested |
| Flight Certification | Certified Safe-to-Fly, U.S. Army Rotary Wing |
| Origin | North American Rescue |
When to Deploy TALON II Model 90C Collapsible Handle Litter
- U.S. Army standard evacuation platform: the TALON II 90C is fielded as the primary evacuation and treatment litter in U.S. Army vehicle life-saving kits and WALK® kits.
- Rotary-wing MEDEVAC: Certified Safe-to-Fly with NATO-compatible 90″ platform length for direct-load to UH-60, CH-47, and equivalent aircraft.
- Ground CASEVAC with ergonomic handle carry: retractable handles eliminate the wrist strain of tube-handle litters during extended casualty carries under load.
- Treatment platform: 6 IV attachment points, 1,200 lb rating, and rigid frame support casualty treatment during transport — the TALON II 90C is designed to be a treatment surface, not just a carry device.
- Vehicle-mounted medical kits: compact 20.5″ folded profile stores in vehicle life-saving system (VLSS) mounts and behind vehicle seats.
Best Practice: Know whether your aircraft or vehicle mounting requires the 90C retractable-handle version versus the standard T3 before procurement. The 90C's ergonomic handles add weight; confirm the tradeoff against your specific mission profile.
How TALON II Model 90C Collapsible Handle Litter Compares
TALON II 90C vs. T3 Lightweight Assault Litter: The T3 is lighter (7 lb vs. higher) and more compact for assault carry, but lacks the 90C's collapsible handles and is not the Army's primary treatment platform. The 90C is fielded where ergonomic handle carry and 1,200 lb load rating are required.
TALON II 90C vs. Quad-Fold Medevac Litter: The Quad-Fold Medevac Litter is a full-size treatment platform. The TALON II 90C is the assault-specific version with collapsible handles for tactical carry.
90C vs. REEL non-rigid litter: The REEL is a hasty extraction device. The TALON II 90C is a rigid treatment platform — patient immobilization, IV access, and Safe-to-Fly rating cannot be replicated by a non-rigid carrier.
TALON II 90C vs. aluminum military litter: Standard aluminum folding litters lack retractable ergonomic handles, have lower load ratings, and are not Safe-to-Fly rated without additional configuration. The TALON II 90C outperforms on all three metrics.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is the TALON II 90C the CoTCCC-recommended litter?
A: Rigid litter capability is consistent with CoTCCC TACEVAC guidelines. The TALON II 90C is widely fielded by U.S. Army units and is the core litter of the NAR WALK® kit. Confirm current Army fielding status with your unit medical officer.
Q: Does the TALON II 90C fit inside the Talon II Assault Litter Carrier?
A: Yes. The Talon II Assault Litter Carrier is compatible with all NAR quad-fold litters including the TALON II 90C. No inserts or adapters are required.
Q: What is Safe-to-Fly certification?
A: Safe-to-Fly certification means the litter meets requirements for use aboard rotary-wing and fixed-wing MEDEVAC aircraft without additional tie-down configuration. The TALON II 90C is Certified Safe-to-Fly for NATO-compatible platforms.
Q: Is there an NSN for government procurement?
A: Yes. Contact MED-TAC International or North American Rescue for current NSN and CAGE code for DLA procurement of the TALON II 90C.
Q: What are the 6 IV attachment points used for?
A: The 6 IV attachment points allow IV bags to be secured to the litter during casualty transport, enabling continued fluid resuscitation without requiring a separate IV stand or provider to hold the bag during movement.
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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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