The Most Trusted Tourniquet on the Battlefield The Combat Application Tourniquet (C-A-T) Gen 7 is not just a medical device; it is the official tourniquet of the U.S. Army and the undisputed gold standard in pre-hospital hemorrhage control. Proven to be 100% effective by the U.S. Army’s Institute of Surgical Research, this true one-handed device completely occludes blood flow in upper and lower extremities during traumatic events. The Gen 7 model represents the latest evolution in life-saving technology, featuring a Single Routing Buckle that speeds up application and minimizes blood loss when seconds mean the difference between life and death. Key Features Gen 7 Single Routing Buckle: A significant upgrade that allows for faster application and effective slack removal with fewer windlass turns, simplifying training and reducing confusion under stress. True One-Handed Application: Patented design allows an injured operator to successfully apply the tourniquet to their own limb without assistance. Enhanced Windlass Rod: The diameter has been increased and the grip improved, preventing breakage under the extreme torque required to stop arterial bleeding. Red Tip Technology™: Features a distinctive red elliptical tip that assists the user in visually locating and threading the strap during high-stress, low-light scenarios. No Fine Motor Skills Required: The unique dual securing system uses hook-and-loop rather than screws or clips, ensuring operation is possible even when survival stress compromises manual dexterity. Why It Matters Recommended by the Committee on Tactical Combat Casualty Care (CoTCCC), the C-A-T has saved countless lives since its introduction. Its internal free-moving band provides true circumferential pressure, distributing force evenly to stop bleeding without pinching. Named one of the "Top 10 Greatest Inventions" by the U.S. Army, this is the tourniquet you want in your kit when the worst happens. How to Use & Problem Solving This device solves the problem of complexity under fire. Route: Pass the Red Tip through the Single Routing Buckle. Pull: Pull the strap tight to remove all slack and secure it back on itself. Twist: Turn the Windlass Rod until the bright red bleeding stops. Clip: Lock the rod into the Windlass Clip. Secure: Pull the Time Strap over the clip and record the time of application. Technical Overview The C-A-T Gen 7 measures 37.5" open and weighs just 2.7 oz. It carries NSN: 6515-01-521-7976 and is Made in the USA.
