Search & Rescue Bags

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    Search and rescue bags are designed to carry, organise, and deploy medical and rescue equipment in challenging environments. Used by emergency services and response teams, these bags prioritise durability, accessibility, and efficient layout during time-critical operations.

    This collection includes purpose-built SAR bags suitable for land, remote, and disaster response. They are designed to support responders by keeping essential equipment organised and accessible, without functioning as medical kits themselves.

    Black Quik Litter emergency stretcher with reinforced carry handles and 'THIS SIDE UP' text. Designed for rapid patient evacuation. TacMed Australia – lightweight, compact stretcher for tactical and medical teams.
    Top-down view of the Quik Litter showing all side handles and rugged mesh construction. Built for carrying casualties over rough terrain. TacMed Australia – durable, disposable patient transport solution.
    North American Rescue QuikLitter
    $47.40
    Unfolded NAR Quiklitter Lite with multiple reinforced handles and 'THIS SIDE UP' text printed on surface.
    Quiklitter Lite stretcher folded compactly, showcasing its portable, collapsible design.
    Quik Litter Lite
    $73.30
    Black Eleven 10 Soft Side TQ Pouch with laser-cut medical cross patch on front.
    Front view of tan Eleven 10 tourniquet pouch with medical cross.
    Eleven 10 Soft Side TQ Pouch
    from $49.95
    Tacmed QuikLitter Lite sealed in clear plastic packaging, labeled for casualty extraction use.
    Black QuikLitter Lite laid flat with multiple carry handles, showing 'This Side Up' printed on surface.
    TacMed QuikLitter Lite
    $67.95
    Three clear medium organiser pouches with coloured trim (black, orange, green), each containing medical tools including a stethoscope and penlight.
    Medium Organiser Pocket
    $44.90
    Three Zip Organiser Units in red, blue, and black, each with a transparent top revealing various labelled medical supplies inside.
    Zip Organiser Unit
    $67.35
    Red Sea to Summit First Aid Dry Sack with white cross and green label, featuring roll-top closure and buckle.
    Sea To Summit First Aid Dry Sack
    from $19.94
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    Eleven 10 PTAKS Med Pouch
    from $89.95
    Black tactical thigh rig with MOLLE front panel, top handle, and secure clip strap.
    Side view of the UCR Thigh Rig showing compact profile and MOLLE webbing.
    UCR Thigh Rig Black
    $68.80
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    Black 5.11 UCR Slingpack with MOLLE webbing panel, side compression straps, and adjustable shoulder sling.
    5.11 UCR Slingpack Black
    $176.81
    Black drop leg pouch with MOLLE webbing and adjustable straps, designed for tactical medical use.
    Drop leg pouch attached to a tactical operator's thigh, demonstrating on-body placement.
    Drop Leg Pouch
    $202.50
    6x6 Med Pouch Black
    $49.94
    Black universal tourniquet holder with red pull tab, shown upright with MOLLE-compatible strap.
    Rescue Essentials Universal Tourniquet Holder
    $26.95
    Tasmanian Tiger TT Tac Pouch Medic in black with laser-cut MOLLE front and white cross patch.
    Back of the TT Tac Pouch Medic showing MOLLE attachment system and reinforced stitching.
    TT Tac Medic Pouch Black
    $45.47
    Conterra Organisers
    from $100.87
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    Guide II Empty First Aid Kit in blue with red trim and Conterra patch on the front.
    Interior of the Guide II First Aid Kit showing multiple clear compartments and elastic loops for organised storage.
    Guide II Vehicle First Aid Bag
    $123.49
    CCR Squad Bag in black with dual-zippered top and adjustable buckle strap across the front.
    back view of CCR Squad Bag in black showing MOLLE webbing and belt attachment.
    North American Rescue CCR Squad Bag
    from $412.50
    Flightline Aero Medical Pack with blue side roll secured on the exterior and Conterra logo on front.
    Flightline Aero Medical Pack in black and red variant with external securing straps and medical patch.
    Flightline Aero-Medical Pack
    $438.30
    CO-160 EMT Essentials Pouch shown with red-handled trauma shears in one pouch and latex gloves partially exposed in another, with utility strap visible.
    CO-160 Emt Essentials Pouch
    $54.95
    Three small Conterra organiser pouches in red, yellow, and blue with black zippers, layered on a grey background.
    Small Organiser Pocket
    $39.77
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    Front view of North American Rescue Patrol Vehicle Trauma modular storage bag designed to house essential medical equipment in an easily accessible, quick to deploy platform ideal for carriage in your vehicle.
    Top view of North American Rescue Patrol Bag stocked with a splint and trauma shears for display purposes only
    Patrol Vehicle Trauma Bag
    from $309.24
    Open Conterra Med-Pro Medication Kit showing multiple labelled compartments filled with medical supplies.
    Closed Med-Pro Medication Kit with a black and high-visibility yellow design, blue Conterra logo on the side.
    Med Pro Medication Kit
    $370.46
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    Front view of the SORD Small IFAK pouch in Multicam with black cross patch and quick-release buckle.
    Two pouches side by side, one partially open showing white gauze being pulled out.
    SORD Small IFAK Pouch
    $99.94
    Folded-out Phantom Litter with six carry handles and two tan storage pouches placed on top.
    Two tactical medics using the Phantom Litter to carry a casualty indoors.
    Phantom Litter
    $333.87
    Tasmanian Tiger TT Medic Assault Pack MKII
    $329.28
    Complete Sked Basic Rescue System kit including green stretcher, rope, straps, and storage bag laid out vertically.
    Orange Sked stretcher kit with included accessories displayed alongside, ready for assembly.
    Sked Basic Rescue System
    from $1,483.90
    308 Drug Box Large SAR Version
    $179.95
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    5.11 LV10 Backpack
    $157.16

    What These Are Built For

    Search and rescue bags are built to support coordinated response in complex and often unpredictable environments. Their primary purpose is to carry and organise equipment required during rescue, medical, and evacuation tasks.

    In SAR operations, equipment must be easy to locate and deploy under pressure. Well-designed rescue bags help reduce delays, support team workflows, and improve overall response efficiency during extended or multi-casualty incidents.

    Who These Are For

    Search and rescue bags are used by emergency services, rescue teams, and trained responders involved in land, remote, and disaster response operations.

    This includes fire and rescue services, SES and volunteer rescue organisations, paramedics, and specialist response teams. They are also used in training environments and by organisations responsible for preparedness in remote or high-risk locations.

    What to Look For

    Search and rescue operations place high demands on equipment. Bags must be practical, durable, and capable of supporting complex response scenarios.

    • Capacity and layout: Structured compartments for organised equipment storage.
    • Accessibility: Designs that allow rapid identification and access to contents.
    • Durability: Materials suited to rough handling, weather, and extended use.
    • Carry options: Backpack, hand-carry, or modular configurations.
    • Visibility: High-visibility features for low-light or high-risk environments.

    The right SAR bag supports efficient response while remaining comfortable and manageable during extended operations.

    Common Mistakes We See

    A common mistake is using general-purpose bags that lack the structure or durability required for search and rescue operations.

    We also see bags overloaded with equipment, making them difficult to carry or deploy effectively. Another issue is poor internal organisation, which slows access to critical equipment during response.

    Search and rescue bags should support team-based operations and equipment management, not complicate them.

    Questions We Get Asked

    What is a search and rescue bag?

    A search and rescue bag is designed to carry and organise equipment used during rescue and emergency response operations.

    Do SAR bags include medical supplies?

    No. SAR bags are typically sold empty so they can be configured with equipment suited to specific response needs.

    Who uses search and rescue bags?

    They are used by emergency services, rescue teams, paramedics, and trained responders in land and remote environments.

    Are SAR bags suitable for disaster response?

    Yes. They are commonly used in disaster and multi-casualty response where organised equipment access is critical.

    Can SAR bags be used in remote environments?

    Yes. Many SAR bags are designed for use in remote, rugged, and outdoor conditions.

    How do I choose the right SAR bag?

    Select a bag based on the equipment you need to carry, how it will be deployed, and the conditions it will be used in.

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