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R&B Large Urban Rescue Backpack – "Pocket Kit A" Modular System
R&B Large Urban Rescue Backpack – "Pocket Kit A" Modular System
R&B Large Urban Rescue Backpack – "Pocket Kit A" Modular System
R&B Large Urban Rescue Backpack – "Pocket Kit A" Modular System

R&B Large Urban Rescue Backpack – "Pocket Kit A" Modular System

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Complete Modular System for Advanced Rescue Operations The R&B Fabrications Large Urban Rescue Backpack - Pocket Kit A is a fully configured medical transport system designed for Search and Rescue (SAR), air medical crews, and technical rescue teams. This bundle combines the rugged #365 Urban Rescue Backpack shell with the "Kit A" internal organization set, providing you with a pre-loaded ecosystem of nine removable color-coded pouches and one long pocket to segregate your entire medical inventory instantly.

Key Features

  • Integrated "Pocket Kit A": Includes a comprehensive set of 10 Velcro-backed internal pouches (9 small, 1 long) that allow for granular organization of IVs, drugs, and airway tools right out of the box.
  • Modular Hook-and-Loop Interior: The entire main compartment is lined with Velcro loop, allowing you to rearrange, remove, or swap the included pouches to customize your loadout for specific missions.
  • Convertible Suspension System: Features a "false back" compartment that allows the padded shoulder straps and waist belt to be tucked away completely, streamlining the pack for hoisting or tight storage in aircraft.
  • 360° Impact Protection: The main body is fully padded with closed-cell foam, safeguarding delicate oxygen regulators and glass ampules from the shocks of rappelling or rough landings.
  • Airway Management Flap: The main lid opens to reveal an 18-inch slot pocket and six clear vinyl compartments, perfect for visualizing and accessing endotracheal tubes and laryngoscope blades.
  • High-Visibility Options: Available in Orange or Navy Blue with 3M™ Silver Reflective trim and Star of Life, or a tactical Black model for law enforcement use.

Why It Matters Standard backpacks force you to "dump and dig" for gear. This system works like a portable filing cabinet. By including "Pocket Kit A," this backpack ensures that every bandage, catheter, and drug vial has a dedicated, color-coded home. It is the ideal solution for teams that need to deploy a fully organized medical capability into austere environments without spending hours sourcing separate organizer bags.

How to Use Setup: Arrange the 10 included pouches on the Velcro back wall. Group them by function (e.g., Red for Bleeding, Blue for Airway). Deployment: Hike or hoist the pack to the patient. Unzip the main compartment to lay it flat. Assess the patient and rip out the specific pouch you need (e.g., the IV kit) to work next to the casualty, keeping the rest of the gear clean in the bag. Transport: Tuck the straps into the false back before loading into a helicopter or rescue basket to prevent snagging.

Technical Overview The backpack dimensions (11" W x 20" H x 6" D) are optimized for a balance between capacity and mobility. The "Large" designation refers to the capacity when combined with the external pockets and the optimized internal layout. The "Kit A" specifically refers to the all-pouch configuration (no oxygen sleeve included in this specific kit, though the space allows for it if pouches are rearranged).

  • Air Medical (HEMS): Why: "False back" prevents strap entanglement; modular pouches allow for rapid equipment checks.
  • Urban Search & Rescue (USAR): Why: Durable Cordura withstands rubble; modularity allows teams to strip weight for difficult entries.
  • Tactical Medics: Why: Black option provides covert organization for high-threat environments.
  • Technical Rescue: Why: Slim profile fits through manholes and confined spaces.
  • Mass Casualty Response: Why: "Rip-away" pouches allow medics to distribute supplies to other responders.
  • Dimensions (Main): 11” W x 20” H x 6” D
  • Weight: 44 oz (2.75 lbs) - Shell weight, loaded with pouches will vary.
  • Material: 1000 Denier Cordura® Nylon
  • Internal Kit: Pocket Kit A (10 Pouches Total)
  • Zippers: #10 YKK Self-Repairing
  • Colors: Orange, Navy Blue, Black
  • MPN: 365OR-A (Orange), 365BK-A (Black), 365NB-A (Navy)

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the R&B Large Urban Rescue Backpack Pocket Kit A different from standard EMS backpacks?▸

The R&B 365-A features a unique modular Pocket Kit A system with nine small pockets and one long pocket that are fully removable via Velcro®, allowing you to customize your gear layout for different response scenarios. Unlike fixed-compartment bags, you can rearrange or remove the internal pockets entirely, and it includes a false back panel to stow shoulder straps when carrying the bag by its web handle. The main compartment is fully padded with closed-cell foam to protect delicate equipment like monitors or radios, and it's built with rugged Cordura nylon and #10 YKK self-repairing zippers—designed for search and rescue teams, air service personnel, and emergency squads who need field-proven durability.

Can the R&B 365-A backpack accommodate oxygen tanks for extended field operations?▸

Yes, the R&B Large Urban Rescue Backpack is designed to hold a "C" or "D" size oxygen sleeve in the main compartment. However, the modular design allows you to rearrange or remove the internal Pocket Kit A if you need to operate without an oxygen tank, giving you flexibility for different mission profiles—whether you're running a bike medic setup, wilderness rescue, or urban tactical response where oxygen isn't required.

Why does the Black version (SKU 365BK-A) not include the Star of Life or reflective trim?▸

The Black R&B Urban Rescue Backpack (365BK-A) is designed for tactical and law enforcement applications where low-visibility gear is preferred. It omits the silk-screened white Star of Life medical symbol and 3M™ silver reflective trim to maintain a covert profile. The Orange (365OR-A) and Navy Blue (365NV-A) versions include both the Star of Life and reflective safety trim for high-visibility medical identification and contamination risk reduction in civilian EMS and fire service environments.

How does the R&B 365-A's weight and capacity compare to other rescue backpacks for bike medics or air service teams?▸

At just 44 oz (2.75 lbs) empty with overall dimensions of 11"W x 20"H x 6"D, the R&B Large Urban Rescue Backpack offers a lightweight platform that won't fatigue responders during extended operations. The ergonomic design includes padded contoured shoulder straps, chest strap, and waist strap for load distribution, making it ideal for bike patrol medics or helicopter rescue teams. The front zippered compartment (10"W x 15"H x 3"D), two removable side pockets (5"W x 11"H x 2"D each), and main flap with 18" slot pocket plus six clear vinyl compartments provide ample organization without the bulk of larger jump bags.

Is the R&B Large Urban Rescue Backpack Pocket Kit A made in the USA, and what does that mean for procurement compliance?▸

Yes, the R&B 365-A is proudly made in Ohio since 1971 using materials made in the USA. This domestic manufacturing meets Buy American Act (BAA) and Trade Agreements Act (TAA) compliance requirements for federal, state, and municipal procurement contracts. For fire departments, law enforcement agencies, disaster response teams, and training academies operating under government purchasing guidelines, the R&B backpack qualifies for grant-funded equipment purchases and ensures supply chain reliability for mission-critical gear.