The Vanquest TQ-1 Tourniquet Holder is a MOLLE-compatible tourniquet carry pouch built from nylon webbing with elastic side retention and a hook-and-loop closure for vertical length adjustment to fit tourniquets of varying sizes. A red Hypalon pull tab provides quick identification and rapid extraction. Includes a slip pocket for gloves, permanent markers, or a needle decompression set. Available in Black, Red, Coyote Tan, and Wolf Gray. Weight: ~0.28 lbs (127 g).
Key Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Vanquest |
| SKU (Black) | 170101BK |
| SKU (Red) | 170101RD |
| SKU (Coyote Tan) | 170101CT |
| Available Colors | Black, Red, Coyote Tan, Wolf Gray |
| Weight | ~0.28 lbs (127 g) |
| Body Material | Nylon webbing (main body) + elastic webbing (side support) |
| Retention | Hook-and-loop vertical adjustment; elastic side retention |
| Pull Tab | Red Hypalon — for rapid identification and extraction |
| Slip Pocket | Yes — fits gloves, permanent markers, needle decompression kit |
| Mounting | MOLLE compatible |
Product Overview
Tourniquet accessibility is one of the most critical factors in hemorrhage control outcomes. A tourniquet carried deep inside a pack or under other gear may be inaccessible at the moment it's needed most. The Vanquest TQ-1 is designed to mount a tourniquet on any MOLLE surface — plate carrier, tactical vest, aid bag, or backpack — in a position optimized for immediate one-handed extraction under stress.
The hook-and-loop vertical adjustment system accommodates tourniquets of different lengths — from the CAT Gen 7 to the SAM XT and SOFTT-W — without requiring separate pouch models for each. The elastic side webbing ensures the tourniquet is held securely during movement while remaining extractable with a single firm pull on the red Hypalon tab. Red Hypalon is specifically selected for its visibility against all common plate carrier colors, allowing immediate visual identification in any lighting condition.
The integrated slip pocket adds meaningful utility: it provides a dedicated space for a pair of nitrile gloves (essential for hemorrhage control without self-contamination), a permanent marker for recording tourniquet application time on a casualty, or a needle decompression set co-located with the tourniquet for immediate chest decompression access. This co-location of critical hemorrhage and chest intervention tools reflects the sequential intervention logic of TCCC — Massive Hemorrhage first, then Respiration.
Tourniquet Compatibility
The adjustable hook-and-loop vertical retention accommodates most standard CoTCCC-recommended tourniquets, including:
- Combat Application Tourniquet (CAT) Gen 7
- SAM XT Extremity Tourniquet
- SOFTT-W Tourniquet
- RATS Tourniquet
See also: Tourniquets & Pouches · Massive Hemorrhage Control · IFAK Pouches
All products sourced from the actual brand manufacturer or authorized master distributors. CoTCCC recommendation status verified where applicable. Ships from MED-TAC International, Pembroke Pines, FL — clinician-founded, veteran-led, SDVOSB-certified.
Available Options:
- Black
- Red
- Coyote Tan
- Wolf Gray
Specifications coming soon. Contact us for detailed product information.
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