Kalashnikov Presents First Aid Kit Tested on Battlefield in Ukraine.

The Kalashnikov group will unveil a new individual first aid kit (APPI) at the Voin Expo 2024 in Moscow. This exhibition, held from September 28–29, 2024, provides a platform to present innovations in military technology, and the APPI is one of the latest advancements aimed at improving the survival of soldiers in combat situations.
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The new Russian individual first aid kit APPI. (Picture source: Kalashnikov)

This first aid kit has undergone rigorous field tests, notably in Ukraine, where it has received positive feedback from Russian soldiers and military health professionals. The APPI was developed as part of the "Legionnaire" R&D project, to enhance the equipment of modern soldiers. It features an optimized design, now divided into two distinct compartments, allowing for more effective use in the "red" and "yellow" combat zones. This compartmentalization enables rapid access to essential tools for self-care or assisting comrades during operations, a crucial factor in high-intensity environments.

One of the key components of the APPI is its kaolin-based hemostatic bandage, which is equipped with a radiopaque strip to facilitate identification on imaging devices. This bandage has shown an 88% success rate in controlling massive arterial bleeding, making it one of the most effective hemostatic agents in the Russian military's inventory.

In addition to the hemostatic bandage, the kit includes a self-fixing elastic bandage with a kaolin pad, designed to treat various types of battlefield wounds. The inclusion of a burn agent based on special membranes further enhances the kit's versatility. For pain management, the APPI is also equipped with a sublingual analgesic, whose therapeutic effect is comparable to that of an intramuscular injection, thus speeding up pain relief.

The design philosophy of the APPI is centered on ease of use in intense stress conditions. The separation into two distinct sections allows soldiers to quickly access the most vital tools based on the type and severity of the injury. This system is particularly beneficial in the chaos of combat, where every second counts for saving lives.

In addition to presenting the APPI at Voin Expo 2024, Kalashnikov will also showcase its latest innovations in soldier food rations, designed to enhance endurance and combat readiness. The group focuses on developing more compact, nutrient-rich food solutions to meet the needs of soldiers engaged in prolonged operations. As military operations become more complex, these rations will play a crucial role in maintaining the operational effectiveness of troops.

The positive feedback regarding the APPI in the combat zone in Ukraine suggests that it could become standard equipment for Russian troops, particularly as the Russian military continues to emphasize modernization and the development of advanced combat equipment. The exhibition is likely to draw the attention of international defense sectors, offering potential opportunities for collaboration or export of these kits to other nations with similar battlefield needs.