Combat Application Tourniquet (C-A-T)
Combat Application Tourniquet (C-A-T®) – Gen 7
The Gold Standard for Hemorrhage Control
The C-A-T® Gen 7 is the official tourniquet of the U.S. Army—trusted for its speed, durability, and one-handed application. Engineered for high-stress situations, it’s proven to stop life-threatening extremity bleeding with 100% effectiveness in U.S. Army Institute of Surgical Research testing.
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Single Routing Buckle: Simplifies application, reduces blood loss, and streamlines training across personnel.
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Patented Windlass System: Delivers true circumferential pressure for rapid bleeding control.
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Stabilization Plate & Windlass Clip: Locks the windlass securely in place during movement or patient transfer.
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Writeable Time Strap: Record application time for EMS continuity.
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Red Tip Technology®: High-visibility tab ensures rapid identification under pressure.
Why Choose the C-A-T® Gen 7?
✔ Proven in combat and field medicine
✔ One-handed application for self or buddy aid
✔ Rugged, field-tested design
✔ ANSI/ISEA Z308.1-2021 compliant
Disclaimer
By ordering this product, you warrant that you have the required training and authorization to use the medical supplies contained within. Stay Ready Outdoors assumes no liability for their misuse. Stay Ready Outdoors reserves the right to replace individual supplies with items of equal value at our discretion.
"A prudent person foresees danger ahead and takes precautions. The simpleton goes blindly on and suffers the consequences. - Proverbs 27:12"
Single Routing Buckle
Simplifies application, reduces blood loss, and streamlines training across personnel
Patented Windlass System
Delivers true circumferential pressure for rapid bleeding control
Stabilization Plate & Windlass Clip
Locks the windlass securely in place during movement or patient transfer
Writeable Time Strap
Record application time for EMS continuity
Red Tip Technology
High-visibility tab ensures rapid identification under pressure
One-Handed Application
Engineered for self-aid in high-stress, life-threatening hemorrhage scenarios
The numbers, flat and honest.
| Material | High-strength polymer windlass with reinforced strap |
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| Application | Self-aid or assisted, upper or lower limbs |
| Patent Nos. | 7,842,067 & 7,892,253 |
| Compliance | ANSI/ISEA Z308.1-2021 |
| Effectiveness | 100% in U.S. Army Institute of Surgical Research testing |
| Adopted | Official tourniquet of the U.S. Army |
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TACTICAL MEDICAL EQUIPMENT
Built by military medics. Makers of the U.S. Army's official combat tourniquet.
North American Rescue was founded in 1996 in Greer, South Carolina by seasoned military medics who saw the gaps in field medical equipment firsthand and built the kit to fill them. Their patented Combat Application Tourniquet (CAT) has been the Official Tourniquet of the U.S. Army since 2005, and is credited with cutting battlefield extremity-bleed mortality by 85%. NAR's gear is now standard issue across U.S. military units, tactical EMS, and law enforcement worldwide — chest seals, decompression needles, IFAKs, and the trauma kit that probably saved someone's life today.
- Founded in 1996 in Greer, South Carolina
- Built by seasoned military medics
- Maker of the CAT — Official Tourniquet of the U.S. Army since 2005
- CAT credited with 85% reduction in extremity-bleed mortality
- Tourniquets, chest seals, decompression needles, IFAKs
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How long does shipping take?
Most orders process within 1–3 business days from our warehouse. From there: 5–7 business days economy, 2–3 business days expedited, or overnight if you need it fast. Free economy shipping on orders over $150 (contiguous US). Alaska, Hawaii, and Pro Eagle / freight items are quoted at checkout. You’ll get a tracking number and link the moment your order ships.
What’s your return policy?
30 days from the day your order arrives. Gear has to come back unused, with all original tags, stickers, and packaging intact. For standard items we’ll send a prepaid return label and deduct return shipping from your refund. Oversized or freight returns are on you, unless the item showed up damaged, defective, or wrong — in which case we cover it.
Refunds hit your original payment method within 10 business days of approval.
What can’t I return?
Final-sale items, gift cards, food and drink products, personal-care items, anything customized or engraved, briefs (hygiene), and hazardous materials. If you’re not sure whether something qualifies, email us before you order — we’ll tell you straight.
Do you ship outside the contiguous US?
Yes. Alaska, Hawaii, and US territories ship on freight-quoted rates calculated after checkout. International orders are available worldwide at variable rates; duties and import fees are the customer’s responsibility. EU customers get a 14-day cancellation window per EU consumer law, on top of our standard return policy.
My package arrived damaged — what now?
Email info@stayreadyoutdoors.com within 7 days of delivery with your order number and clear photos of the damage (product + packaging). We’ll replace, refund, or ship a return label on us — no back-and-forth. Damaged, defective, or wrong-item claims never cost you shipping.
Can I talk to a human before buying?
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Do you offer a military/first-responder discount?
Yes. Active-duty and veteran military, police, fire, EMS, and medical first responders get 15% off every order. Verify through GovX at checkout — one-time, secure, and reusable across thousands of brands. Discount applies automatically once you’re verified.