2" Ratcheting Medical Tourniquet – Tactical Overt
2" Ratcheting Medical Tourniquet – Tactical Overt
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Wider-footprint hemorrhage control
2" Ratcheting Medical Tourniquet (RMT) Tactical Overt
A wider-webbing extremity tourniquet from m2 Inc. that pairs a self-locking ratchet buckle with a 2-inch (50 mm) strap, built for thicker limbs, prolonged application, and pressure-distribution-sensitive use cases.
- 2" (50 mm) coyote webbing
- 1.0" m2 ratcheting buckle
- Single-hand capable
- Gross motor operation
Why the wider strap matters
- Broader contact footprint: The 2-inch webbing spreads applied force across more soft tissue than the 1.5-inch model, which is intended to reduce point pressure during prolonged application.
- Matched buckle sizing: A 1-inch ratcheting buckle is sized to the wider strap, maintaining the same tooth-by-tooth mechanical tightening as other RMT configurations.
- Self-locking mechanism: The buckle holds its set position without requiring the user to secure a windlass rod.
- Gross-motor, single-hand-capable operation: Designed for use under stress, cold hands, or reduced dexterity, including self-application with training.
- Audible engagement feedback: Clicking during tightening is intended to signal that the ratchet mechanism is engaging correctly.
- Compact carry: Weighs approximately 5 oz (142 g) despite the wider webbing.
Choosing 2" vs. 1.5"
The 2-inch and 1.5-inch RMTs share the same ratcheting mechanism family and CoTCCC-recognized lineage, but differ in strap width, carry profile, and intended limb size. The table below reflects manufacturer-stated design differences, not independent comparative testing.
| Attribute | 2" RMT (this product) | 1.5" RMT |
|---|---|---|
| Webbing width | 2" (50 mm) | 1.5" (38 mm) |
| Buckle size | 1.0" m2 ratcheting buckle | 0.75" m2 ratcheting buckle |
| Approx. weight | 5 oz / 142 g | 3.6 oz / 103 g |
| Carry profile | Slightly bulkier; broader footprint | Flatter profile for EDC/ankle/pocket carry |
| Manufacturer-stated fit | Thicker limbs, prolonged application, pressure-sensitive tissue | General adult extremity use, minimal-bulk carry |
Specifications
| Webbing width | 2 inches / 50 mm, coyote |
|---|---|
| Ratchet mechanism | 1.0-inch m2 ratcheting buckle and ladder strap |
| Approximate weight | 5 oz / 142 g |
| Application | Single-hand capable; gross motor operation |
| Indication | Adult extremity limb hemorrhage control; broader pressure distribution |
| Storage | Store flat in a dedicated tourniquet pouch; avoid compressing the buckle mechanism |
CoTCCC lineage of the RMT family
The RMT platform's Tactical configuration is CoTCCC-recommended under NSN 6515-01-527-3841. The 2" width is a manufacturer variant of the same ratcheting-buckle system rather than a separately, independently tested device in the published literature reviewed to date.
Train before you need it
Effective tourniquet use depends on recognizing life-threatening bleeding, tightening completely, and verifying that bleeding has stopped. Receive hands-on instruction and practice specifically with the 2" width and buckle configuration you carry, since strap handling differs slightly from the narrower 1.5" model.
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Good quality fast shipping and in my opinion easier to applying then a cat tourniquet
The RMT serves to bridge the rapid, single hand use of the CAT, without being dependent on the windlass, while also not having the same difficulty that some may find with the SOFT-W system. While the length of the rachet piece itself might prevent the same degree of compact carry that the other models have, the RMT has no problem laying flat, with as many as three RMTs being able to be packed into a single, double 5.56 magazine pouch. These can also carry great in a concealed manner too, since there is limited printing concern without the windlass/retaining clip.
Arguably the easiest CoTCCC approved tourniquet system to train individuals on & achieve consistent, effective applications with. Get at least two- and also look at the pediatric/kids versions given the limited options that exist for such patients, which can double for K9 use as well.
Ordered on a Wednesday, got the package on Friday of the same week. Wow!! So the TQ, looks/feels/and IS solid. Simple to use. Simple to stage for rapid use. The ratcheting system ensures that you get proper compression on the extremity.
If youre not using this, a SOFTW, or CAT7, YOURE WRONG. GET PROPER MEDICAL TRAINING.