U.S. Patent No. 12,364,633
The Pocket LitterA 2.5 lb emergency extraction stretcher that lives in your cargo pocket.
Folds to 6 × 9.25 × 1.75 in. Deploys in under 10 seconds. Load tested to 400 lb. One rescuer can drag or carry, two to ten can carry. It moves a casualty who can't walk from the point of injury to the place where a full litter, a vehicle or a medical team takes over.
Pocket Litter
$540USD, shipping included
- 2.5 lb, folds to 6 × 9.25 × 1.75 in
- Opens to 85.5 in long head to toe, 29.5 in wide at the head tapering to 19.5 in at the feet
- Tested to 400 lb
- 1-on-1 drag or carry, teams of 2 to 10
- Ships in a MOLLE carry bag, red or OD green
Secure checkout by Stripe. Shipping within the continental US is included, and orders ship in 3 to 5 business days. Shipping, returns and warranty.
Buying for a unit or agency? Request a quote for invoicing, government purchase orders, the Government Purchase Card (GPC) or federal tax-exempt orders.
Authorized resellers: Vitac Solutions, SupplyCore
What it does
A stretcher that is actually with you
Most litters are designed to be carried by a team and stored somewhere else. That is fine at the aid station. It is useless at the point of injury, where the first move usually happens with whatever the rescuer is wearing.
The Pocket Litter closes that gap. It is small enough to carry every day, fast enough to use under stress, and stiff enough to protect the spine while one person drags a casualty out of danger.
It does one job: the first leg. From the injury site to the casualty collection point, the vehicle, the landing zone or the trailhead. From there, the full litter and the medical team take over.
Built for the first minutes
- Cargo pocket sized. 6 × 9.25 × 1.75 in packed. Fits a cargo pocket, a side pouch or the outside of a pack.
- Carry-every-day weight. 2.5 lb. Light enough that nobody leaves it behind.
- Under 10 seconds to deploy. Out of the bag, extended and the support locked in place.
- Real spine support. Stiffeners and a central hub stabilize the spine and torso. A tarp or drag sheet can't.
- Dyneema® deck. The body is built from Dyneema, one of the strongest fibers for its weight.
- Smooth underside. Slides over dirt, snow, scree, roots and stairs without snagging.
- Reusable. Wash it, inspect the webbing, refold it, carry it again.
Specifications
Pocket Litter specs
| Weight | 2.5 lb (3 lb in the carry bag) |
|---|---|
| Packed size | 6 × 9.25 × 1.75 in |
| Deployed size | 85.5 in long head to toe, 29.5 in wide at the head tapering to 19.5 in at the feet |
| Load tested | 400 lb maximum tested load, no failure |
| Deployment time | Under 10 seconds: out of the bag, extended, support locked |
| Carry modes | 1-on-1 drag or carry, or a team carry with 2 to 10 rescuers |
| Deck | Dyneema® |
| Spine stabilization | Stiffeners plus a central hub |
| Underside | Smooth, snag-resistant |
| Cleaning | Mild soap and water, air dry |
| Carry bag | MOLLE carry bag, red or OD green |
| Patent | U.S. Patent No. 12,364,633, issued July 22, 2025 |
| Warranty | 1-year limited warranty |
| Designed by | Otis McGregor, retired Green Beret Lieutenant Colonel |
Carry modes
One rescuer or ten
1-on-1 drag or carry
The core use. One rescuer moves the casualty out of the immediate danger area.
2-person carry
Lift and carry when the ground is too rough to drag or the casualty needs to clear obstacles.
Team carry
Spread the load across up to ten people for a longer move to the collection point. Ten is crowded, but it works.
Watch
The 400 lb test
A casualty in full kit, strapped in, loaded to 400 lb. Watch the Pocket Litter take the weight.
Know the limits
What it is not
- Not a self-rescue device. Someone other than the casualty has to move it.
- Not a replacement for a full litter. It covers the first leg. Long carries go on a full litter.
- Not for technical or vertical rescue. Rope work, raises and lowers need rated equipment.
- Not a substitute for training. Casualty movement skills come from hands-on practice. Train with it before you need it.
Care
After every use
Wipe it down with mild soap and water and let it air dry. Inspect the webbing, straps and stiffeners for wear or damage. Refold it and put it back where you carry it.
If anything looks damaged, retire it from service and contact us.
Product FAQ
Before you buy
How big is the Pocket Litter?
Packed, it is 6 × 9.25 × 1.75 in, which fits a cargo pocket or its MOLLE carry bag. Deployed, it is 85.5 in long head to toe, 29.5 in wide at the head tapering to 19.5 in at the feet.
How much does it weigh?
2.5 lb on its own and 3 lb in the MOLLE carry bag.
How much weight can it hold?
It has been tested to 400 lb without failing. That is the maximum load tested, not a break point. The hub and webbing spread the load so a single rescuer can drag a large casualty in kit.
Can I use it to rescue myself?
No. The Pocket Litter is designed for one-to-one drags and team carries. Someone other than the casualty moves it.
What terrain can it handle?
Dirt, grass, snow, scree, roots, stairs and narrow corridors such as trenches and hallways. The smooth underside and stiffeners help it slide without snagging.
When should I use a full litter instead?
Use the Pocket Litter to get the casualty from the injury site to a casualty collection point, vehicle, landing zone or trailhead. For long-distance carries and any technical or vertical rescue, move the casualty to a full litter.
Is it single use?
No. After use, wash it with mild soap and water, air dry, inspect the webbing and refold it.
Do you sell to units, departments and agencies?
Yes. Request a quote with the quantity and timeline. We accept government purchase orders, the Government Purchase Card (GPC) and federal tax-exempt orders. There is no NSN or GSA Schedule listing yet. Authorized resellers Vitac Solutions and SupplyCore also sell it.
How much does it cost and where can I buy it?
The Pocket Litter is $540, shipping included within the continental US. Buy now with secure Stripe checkout, request an invoice or quote, or buy from an authorized reseller: Vitac Solutions, SupplyCore.
What are the shipping, return and warranty terms?
Orders ship within the continental US in 3 to 5 business days after payment, and shipping is included in the price. Unused items can be returned within 30 days of delivery; the buyer pays return shipping. Every Pocket Litter carries a 1-year limited warranty against defects in materials and workmanship. Full details.
Can I see it before I buy?
Yes. Watch the demonstration videos or book a live demo call with the team.
The Pocket Litter is an extraction aid for trained responders. It does not replace medical training, medical care, a full litter or a professional rescue.
Put one in your pocket
$540 with shipping included, secure checkout and a 1-year limited warranty. Units and agencies can pay by purchase order or GPC.