The Combat Lifesaver bridges the gap between the individual and the medic — a non-medical Marine trained to deliver TCCC interventions for a small element. That role needs a platform stocked and laid out to treat multiple casualties under stress, not a scaled-up IFAK.
What does the Marine Corps actually issue its Combat Lifesavers?
This kit — the actual field procurement chosen through Marine Corps evaluation and acquisition, not a civilian interpretation. It's NAR's benchmark CLS platform: a 1000D Cordura® solution-dyed nylon bag with ITW Nexus hardware and sand/water-resistant silent-pull zippers, opening to 37.5″ for clear access during active treatment. The loadout covers all four TCCC life threats in 2–4-casualty quantities: three C-A-T® tourniquets (Black) and three QuikClot® Z-Fold Combat Gauze® XL for hemorrhage; a Guedel airway and a 28F nasopharyngeal airway for airway; four ARS® needle decompression devices for bilateral tension pneumothorax; and two USMC HyFin® Chest Seal Combo Packs (one vented + one non-vented seal each) for penetrating chest wounds. Burn care runs through BurnTec and burn dressings; a Model 8 Rescue Hook handles entrapment cut-away; five Combat Casualty Response Cards document through a mass-casualty event. Coyote Tan only, per USMC color standard.
Provider scope: This kit contains advanced airway and decompression equipment — nasopharyngeal and Guedel airways and ARS® needle decompression devices — intended for trained personnel operating within their scope of practice and local protocols. ARS needle decompression equipment is restricted to sale by or on the order of a licensed practitioner. This listing describes kit contents; it is not a substitute for accredited training.
Why This Kit
The Real USMC Kit
The actual Marine Corps procurement, not a lookalike.
All Four Life Threats
Hemorrhage, airway, chest, and burns in 2–4 casualty counts.
Built To Survive
1000D Cordura®, ITW Nexus, silent water-resistant zippers.
Lays Open Flat
Opens to 37.5″ for clear access while treating.
Complete Kit Contents
| Qty | Item |
|---|---|
| 3 | C-A-T® Tourniquet, Black (CoTCCC-recommended) |
| 3 | QuikClot® Z-Fold Combat Gauze® XL, 4″ × 4 yd (CoTCCC-recommended) |
| 3 | NAR® Compressed Gauze, 4.5″ × 4.1 yd |
| 3 | Emergency Trauma Dressing (ETD®), 6″ |
| 1 | Abdominal ETD®, 8″ × 10″ |
| 1 | Nasopharyngeal Airway, 28F (117 mm) |
| 1 | Guedel Airway, 80 mm |
| 2 | USMC HyFin® Chest Seal Combo Pack (1 Vent + 1 standard each; CoTCCC-recommended) |
| 4 | ARS® Needle Decompression Device, 14 ga × 3.25″ |
| 1 | BurnTec Dressing®, 4″ × 16″ |
| 6 pr | Bear Claw™ Gloves, Large |
| 8 | Alcohol prep pad, 1″ × 2.5″ |
| 1 | SAM® Splint II, 36″ × 4.25″ |
| 6 | Gauze pad (2-pk), 4″ × 4″ |
| 1 | NAR® Mini Duct Tape, 2″ × 100″ |
| 1 | NAR® Trauma Shears, Large, 7.25″ |
| 1 | Model 8 Rescue Hook |
| 5 | Combat Casualty Response Card |
| 2 | Surgical lubricant (single-use), 5 g |
| 2 | Polycarbonate Eye Shield (PES), Orange |
| 1 | USMC CLS Combat Trauma Bag (Coyote Tan) with strap & insert |
Who Fields It
USMC Combat Lifesavers — the issued platform
Other-service CLS — benchmark CLS loadout
Unit medical planners — squad-level casualty care
Build It Out
The Kit, Up Close
The Marine Corps Standard.
Genuine North American Rescue, shipped from a clinician-founded, veteran-led team.
Genuine North American Rescue
Sourced direct from North American Rescue.
Specifications
| Manufacturer | North American Rescue |
| SKU | 80-0159 |
| NSN | 6545-01-571-4470 |
| Designation | Official Combat Lifesaver bag of the Marine Corps |
| Color | Coyote Tan |
| Bag Material | 1000D Cordura® solution-dyed nylon; ITW Nexus hardware; silent water-resistant zippers |
| Packaged Dimensions | L 12″ × W 10″ × D 8″ |
| Open Length | 37.5″ |
| Weight | 6 lb 14 oz |
| Casualty Capacity | 2–4 casualties |
| CoTCCC | Contents include CoTCCC-recommended C-A-T®, QuikClot Combat Gauze® XL, ARS®, HyFin® seals, NPA |
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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.
Specifications coming soon. Contact us for detailed product information.
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