Vanquest FATPack-Pro Medical Backpack - LARGE

The Vanquest FATPack-Pro Medical Backpack LARGE is a 12-liter, 500-D Mil-grade Cordura® convertible sling/backpack engineered for trauma medicine, MCI response, and tactical medical staging. Measuring 15" (H) × 10" (W) × 5.5" (D) and weighing 2.3 lbs, it deploys as a single-strap sling or dual-shoulder backpack via removable quick-adjust straps. Developed in partnership with Urban Medical Gear, LLC, it bridges the gap between a dedicated IFAK and a full medical bag without sacrificing speed of access.

Trusted by first responders, military medics, and tactical operators. Widely fielded by combat medics, paramedics, wilderness first responders, and prepared civilians who need a plate-carrier-compatible medical pack with full two-panel interior organization and rapid-deploy trauma shear access.

Who Uses This & When

• Military medics & 18D SOF: Mounts directly to plate carrier via rear MOLLE/PALS; carries full TC3 loadout including tourniquets, chest seals, hemostatic gauze, and airway devices.
• Law enforcement tactical units: Stages as a sling for dismounted patrol; converts to backpack for extended operations or MCI triage positions.
• EMS & wilderness EMTs: Accommodates full SAM splints, pressure dressings, and airway kits in the 14.5" × 9.75" × 3.5" main compartment.
• Mass casualty incident (MCI) response: The two removable panels (LA01 & LB01) allow rapid reconfiguration for injury-specific category storage across multiple casualty types.
• Prepared civilians & search-and-rescue volunteers: Vehicle-staged or pack-mounted as a group FAK for remote operations where advanced care may be delayed.

Key Features

• Dimensions: 15" (H) × 10" (W) × 5.5" (D) overall; main compartment interior 14.5" (H) × 9.75" (W) × 3.5" (D); 12-liter capacity; 2.3 lbs with straps.
• Material: 500-D Mil-grade Cordura® with DWR coating; 210-D Ripstop nylon interior; Mil-grade ITW® / UTX-Duraflex® hardware.
• Carry system: Convertible single-strap sling to dual-shoulder backpack via two removable quick-adjust straps; dual reinforced top grab handles.
• Zippers: Dual #10 YKK® RC-Class lockable zippers, reversed for protection; Spartan zipper pulls.
• MOLLE/PALS: Rear MOLLE/PALS webbing for direct plate carrier or chest rig attachment; side MOLLE and elastic slots for additional pouch staging.
• Organization panels: Removable LA01 A-Side Insert (13" H × 6" W) with two 7.5" and four 4.25" elastic loops; removable LB01 B-Side Insert (13.5" H × 9.5" W) with three vinyl mesh zippered pouches (8.5" × 3.75" × 2.25").
• Front pocket: Zippered top pocket (4.5" H × 7.75" W); loop ID/patch panel (3" H × 4.5" W); two trauma shear holsters with red pull tabs.

How It Compares

Generic soft-sided medical bags use fixed internal pouches that require full zip exposure and rooting for supplies. The FATPack-Pro LARGE uses a two-panel tear-away insert system — the LA01 for rapid open-face access and the LB01 for enclosed category storage — both removable for full reconfiguration without tools. Rear MOLLE/PALS integration eliminates the need to carry a separate medical bag when wearing a plate carrier, a design capability absent from most commercial EMS packs. The 500-D Cordura® build, YKK lockable zippers, and mil-grade hardware represent a construction standard that outlasts consumer-grade nylon under repeated field use.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the weight and capacity of the FATPack-Pro LARGE?

The FATPack-Pro LARGE weighs 2.3 lbs (1,043 grams) with both shoulder straps and has a total capacity of 12 liters. Overall exterior dimensions are 15" (H) × 10" (W) × 5.5" (D); the main compartment interior measures 14.5" × 9.75" × 3.5".

Can the FATPack-Pro LARGE attach to a plate carrier?

Yes. The rear MOLLE/PALS webbing allows direct attachment to plate carriers, chest rigs, and any MOLLE-equipped vest system. The removable dual shoulder straps are removed when the pack is vest-mounted, keeping the profile low and the weight distributed on the carrier.

What scenario would the FATPack-Pro LARGE handle that an IFAK cannot?

An IFAK is designed for a single-casualty, self-aid or buddy-aid scenario. The FATPack-Pro LARGE is configured for group care, MCI staging, and prolonged field care — it carries multiple tourniquets, chest seal sets, hemostatic dressings, airway kits, IV supplies, and wound packing gauze simultaneously, organized across two removable panels for immediate category identification under stress.