Marshall Blood Pressure Cuff Military

Combat Medic Equipment

Sphygmomanometer 

Aneroid Adult

1991

MARSHALL 039-4884

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Description

A manual blood pressure cuff (also called an aneroid sphygmomanometer) is the clinical gold standard for measuring blood pressure. Unlike digital monitors that use electronic sensors, a manual cuff relies on a mechanical gauge, an inflation bulb, and a stethoscope to listen directly to the sound of blood flowing through your arteries.


Core Components & Equipment
To take a manual reading, you need a complete setup consisting of three main parts:

• The Aneroid Gauge: A mechanical dial with a needle that points to numbers ranging from 0 to 300 mmHg (millimeters of mercury).

• The Cuff & Inflation Bulb: A fabric sleeve containing an inflatable rubber bladder, connected via tubing to a rubber bulb. A small metal valve on the bulb controls the release of air.

• A Stethoscope: An essential separate tool used to listen for arterial sounds (called Korotkoff sounds) at the bend of the elbow.

MARSHALL 039-4884 Sphygmomanometer Aneroid Adult Blood Pressure Cuff Military

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History note Category

Marshall military blood pressure cuffs (sphygmomanometers) are vintage pieces of medical gear frequently sought after by militaria collectors and surplus enthusiasts. Historically issued to U.S. military field medics and hospital units, these devices were manufactured by Marshall Electronics in both traditional manual (aneroid) and early portable digital formats. 

Common Vintage Models Marshall 039-4884 Aneroid Sphygmomanometer: A traditional manual blood pressure cuff featuring a mechanical dial gauge, a velcro arm cuff, and a rubber inflation bulb. These were standard field gear pack-ins due to their reliability without battery power. 

Item Details

Material: 

Printed Label

Camelbak Bladder Carrier

BLC-011-02-000

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MARSHALL 039-4884 Sphygmomanometer Aneroid Adult Blood Pressure Cuff Military

Eagle Industries Breachers Kit AOR1 / AOR2

 

Eagle Industries AOR1/AOR2

Maritime LCS (MLCS) Breacher Kit 

2009

Eagle Industries AOR1 Breacher load carriage system

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Description

Core Components & Pouch Configuration

The specialized features of the Maritime Breacher Kit focus on organizing and safely carrying mechanical, ballistic, and explosive breaching tools in maritime and littoral environments. The primary specialized load-carriage components included under this tag are: 

(1)  Shotgun 24-Shell Ammo Pouch V2 

NSN: 8465-01-575-5117 

Tailored for rapid access to heavy breaching rounds.
 
(1) Shock Tube Pouch V2 

NSN: 8465-01-574-3350 

Keeps non-electric detonation systems kink-free and protected from the elements. 

(1) Charge Pouch with Anti-Static Lining

 NSN: 8465-01-574-3365

The foundational explosive pouch. Features a specially treated interior protective layer designed to block potential friction-induced sparks from activating nearby blasting caps, energetic leads, or main breach charges

(2) Single Strip Charge Pouches

 NSN: 8465-01-574-3351

Dual long, narrow modular sleeves designed specifically to secure linear demolition strip charges. 

Special Features (FEAT) & Material Specs 

Maritime Drainage Capabilities: Built for immediate water shedding using grommets and mesh integration to prevent weight retention during maritime operations.

Anti-Static Safety: The internal lining of the primary explosive pouches uses specialized materials to prevent friction-induced static sparks near volatile charges.

Material Resilience: Fabricated from MIL-SPEC 500D CORDURA® Nylon, optimizing weight while preventing tear propagation when routing through tight ship corridors, metal hatches, or sharp obstacles. 

System Specifications & NSN Data

8465-01-577-4241 MBRLCS-5A1-0068 FIELD PACK [MBRLCS - BREACHER KIT]

8465-01-577-4243 MBRLCS-5A2-0069 FIELD PACK [MBRLCS - BREACHER KIT]

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Development Context

Item Details

Special Features (FEAT) & Material Specs 

Maritime Drainage Capabilities: Built for immediate water shedding using grommets and mesh integration to prevent weight retention during maritime operations.

Anti-Static Safety: The internal lining of the primary explosive pouches uses specialized materials to prevent friction-induced static sparks near volatile charges.

Material Resilience: Fabricated from MIL-SPEC 500D CORDURA® Nylon, optimizing weight while preventing tear propagation when routing through tight ship corridors, metal hatches, or sharp obstacles. 

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• LBT AOR1 / AOR2
• Double Strip Charge Pouches

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8465015755117, SHOTGUN,24 SHELL AMMO PCH,V2 1 EA,
8465015743350, SHOCK TUBE POUCH, V2 1 EA,
465015743365, CHARGE POUCH W/ANTI-STATIC, 1 EA,
8465015743351, STRIP CHARGE POUCH,SINGLE 2




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Shock Tube Pouch Down MOLLE V2 5A1

Eagle Industries AOR1 Shock Tube Pouch Down MOLLE V2 5A1 04/10
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Shotgun 24 Shell Ammo Pouch V.2 / AP-SG/24-SF-MS-5A2 / 8465-01-574-4625

Russian Individual First Aid Kit - Version 7

 

European IFAKs

Russian Individual First Aid Kit / APPI - 7 

2023

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Description

The АППИ (Аптечка первой помощи индивидуальная), which translates directly to "Individual First Aid Kit," is the standard-issue tactical medical kit used by the Russian Armed Forces. Under the Russian Ministry of Defense guidelines and the Ratnik or Legioner modernization programs, its exact contents vary based on the specific version (referred to as "Вариант" / Variants 1 through 7).

АППИ-7 (Аптечка первой помощи индивидуальная, вариант 7) is the upgraded standard-issue tactical first-aid kit used by the Russian Armed Forces. Produced under technical specifications ТУ 9398-001-58379990-2010 (primarily manufactured by the Moscow Endocrine Plant), it represents a modernization over the older 4-item Soviet/Ratnik-era kits to align more closely with contemporary tactical medicine practices.

APPI-7 (Individual First Aid Kit, Option 7) is the upgraded standard-issue tactical first-aid kit used by the Russian Armed Forces. Produced under technical specifications TU 9398-001-58379990-2010 (primarily manufactured by the Moscow Endocrine Plant), it represents a modernization over the older 4-item Soviet/Ratnik-era kits to align more closely with contemporary tactical medicine practices. Fire and Industrial Safety Portal +2


АППИ-7 (Аптечка первой помощи индивидуальная, вариант 7) is the upgraded standard-issue tactical first-aid kit used by the Russian Armed Forces. Produced under technical specifications ТУ 9398-001-58379990-2010 (primarily manufactured by the Moscow Endocrine Plant), it represents a modernization over the older 4-item Soviet/Ratnik-era kits to align more closely with contemporary tactical medicine practices.

Core Contents of the APPI-7

The standard layout of the 2023 updated variant is packed into a two-section MOLLE-compatible pouch and consists of the following components: 

Hemorrhage Control:

1 × Windlass Tourniquet: A modern mechanical tourniquet with a metallic or durable windlass for massive limb bleeding.

1 × ZhKRS Silicone Tourniquet: A ribbed silicone elastic band tourniquet (alternative to the older rubber Esmarch design).

1 × Chitosan Hemostatic Gauze: A local hemostatic Z-fold dressing (such as "GEO MED") used for wound packing. 

Wound Treatment & Dressing:

1 × Emergency Trauma Bandage: A sterile pressure dressing with an elastic bandage element (similar to an Israeli bandage). 

Chemical & Environmental Protection:

1 × IPP-11 Packet: An individual anti-chemical decontamination wipe kit.

10 × Water Purification Tablets: Disinfection tablets (such as "Aquabreeze 2.5") for making wild water potable. 

Tools & Equipment:

Tactical Shears: Blunt-tipped curved scissors designed to safely cut through thick military uniforms.

Syringe-Tube Protective Case: A dedicated rigid container meant to securely hold an issue analgesic/painkiller tube (medication itself is supplied per mission).

Permanent Marker: A black marker used to write the exact time of tourniquet application.

First Aid Leaflet: Instructional quick-reference card for battlefield trauma management.

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A new version of the APPI-7 personal first aid kit for military personnel
Protection in emergency situations
Hard to learn, easy to fight

A tactical first aid kit is an indispensable item on the battlefield. Knowing how to use its contents can save the lives of both yourself and your comrades. This article describes a new version of the APPI-7 personal first aid kit for military personnel.


The standard first aid kit at the start of the special military operation (SVO) was the individual first aid kit (IFAK) from the "Ratnik" equipment set, adopted for supply by the Ministry of Defense order No. 744 of May 21, 2011. Its contents consisted of four items: an Esmarch hemostatic tourniquet, a dressing pack, a sterile hemostatic dressing, and a disinfectant (tablets).

Development Context

The АППИ (Аптечка первой помощи индивидуальная), which translates directly to "Individual First Aid Kit," is the standard-issue tactical medical kit used by the Russian Armed Forces. Under the Russian Ministry of Defense guidelines and the Ratnik or Legioner modernization programs, its exact contents vary based on the specific version (referred to as "Вариант" / Variants 1 through 7).

Item Details

The technical breakdown of what is found inside a standard official АППИ includes:


1. Hemorrhage Control & Bandages


Жгут кровоостанавливающий (Tourniquet): Usually an elastic rubber or silicone band tourniquet (such as the "Alpha" (Альфа) or "Appolo" (АППОЛО) models) rather than a mechanical windlass (CAT) style. Newer variants include up to two band-type and two tube-type tourniquets.


Пакет перевязочный индивидуальный (PPI / Field Dressing): A sterile individual dressing pack. Modern kits use the ППИ-Э, which is a localized equivalent to an Israeli compression bandage with an elastic wrap.
Гемостатическое средство (Hemostatic Agent): Localized clotting gauze or powder designed to plug severe wounds. Older kits contained Gemostop (Гемостоп—a zeolite powder), while newer ones utilize Gemoflex Combat (Гемофлекс комбат) or chitosan-based Z-folded gauze.


2. Medications & Chemical/Water Treatment


Шприц-тюбик с анальгетиком (Analgesic Syrette): A localized case containing a non-narcotic painkiller, most commonly Nefopam (Нефопам), though older variants technically provisioned synthetic opioids like Trimeperidine (Тримеперидин / Promedol).



Средство обеззараживания воды (Water Purification): Aquatabs or similar chlorine/iodine tablets to purify field water.

ИПП-11 (Individual Anti-Chemical Wipe): A specialized decontaminating wipe designed to neutralize chemical agents or toxic substances on exposed skin.



3. Auxiliary Tools & Advanced Equipment (Newer Variants)


Ножницы тактические (Trauma Shears): Heavy-duty curved scissors for cutting through uniforms and gear.

Покрывало спасательное (Isothermal Rescue Blanket): A foil space blanket utilized to prevent hypothermia.

Маркер (Permanent Marker): Used explicitly to write the time a tourniquet was applied directly onto the patient's forehead or wrap.

Окклюзионный пластырь (Occlusive Dressing): Found primarily in advanced tier variants to seal sucking chest wounds (pneumothorax).

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Camelbak Bladder Carrier

BLC-011-02-000

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