Rapid Deployable System™

Rapid Deployable System (RDS) image

Description

Mission Ready in Under 12 Minutes!
The RDS is a rapidly deployable shelter system proven to be one of the fastest and most reliable systems on the market today. Available in four sizes to meet any mission requirement, this patented truss-style frame system is stronger and more durable than standard "scissor" style frames, and can withstand 300 lbs. hanging load at any point on the frame! When it comes to force protection at remote base operations - worldwide - in any operating environment, the RDS is clearly the most durable, versatile shelter system.
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Technical Specifications

Model Name RDS-150 RDS-480 RDS-635 RDS-695
NSN Tan: 8340-01-540-9961 8340-01-541-0101 8340-01-550-3834 8340-01-541-0102
NSN Green: 8340-01-540-9960 8340-01-540-9981 8340-01-550-3900 8340-01-541-0008
Width (without liner): 16' 6" / 5.03m 20' / 6.10m 20' / 6.10m 23' 6" 7.16m
Length (without liner): 10' 1" / 3.07m 24' / 7.32m 31' 9" / 9.68m 29' 6" / 8.99m
Area (usable): 146 sq. ft. / 13.56m2 458 sq. ft. / 42.55m2 612 sq. ft. / 56.86m2 667 sq. ft. / 61.97m2
Eave Height (interior): 6' 11" / 2.11m 6' 11" / 2.11m 6' 11" / 2.11m 6' 11" / 2.11m
Peak Height (without liner): 10' / 3.05m 10' 6" / 3.20m 10' 6" / 3.20m 11' / 3.35m
Minimum Site Area Required: 16' 6" x 10' 1" 20' x 24' 20' x 31' 9" 23' 6" x 29' 6"
  5.03m x 3.07m 6.10m 7.32m 6.10m x 9.68m 7.16m x 8.99m
Pack Size (Frame & Fabric): 75" x 24" x 36" 67" x 42" x 36" 67" x 52" x 36" 75" x 42" x 36"
  1.91m x .61m x .91m 1.70m x 1.07m x .91m 1.70m x 1.32m x .91m 1.91m x 1.07m x .91m
Pack Size (Liner, Floor, Repair Kit): 15" x 60" x 15" 24" x 60" x 12" 24" x 60" x 12" 24" x 60" x 12"
  .38m x 1.52m x .38m .61m x 1.52m x .30m .61m x 1.52m x .30m .61m x 1.52m x .30m
Weight (Frame & Fabric): 207 lbs. / 93.89 kg 389 lbs. / 176.45 kg 475 lbs. / 215.46 kg 510 lbs. / 231.33 kg
Weight (Liner, Floor, Repair Kit): 90 lbs. / 40.82 kg 210 lbs. / 95.25 kg 251 lbs. / 113.85 kg 250 lbs. / 113.40 kg
Total System Weight: 297 lbs. / 134.72 kg 599 lbs. / 271.70 kg 726 lbs. / 329.31 kg 760 lbs. / 344.73 kg
ECU Ducts: 2 sets 4 sets 4 sets 4 sets
Windows: 2 4 6 4
Stove Pipe Vents: 1 2 2 2
Doors: 2 4 4 4
Personnel Required: 2 4 5 4
Set Up Time: 4-6 minutes 4-8 minutes 5-12 minutes 4-8 minutes
Snow Load: - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 10 lbs. (4.54 kg) per sq. ft. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Wind/Rain: - - - - - - Sustained winds of 55 / 65 mph (88.51km/h / 104.61km/h); 2" / 50.8mm per hour - - - - - -
Durability: - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Exceeded requirement of 50 sets and strikes - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
 

Set up / Strike

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Features

  • Mission-ready in just minutes for first responders, medical and surgical suites, Command Post, logistics, operations center, billeting, food service and other remote base operations
  • Passive continuous air ventilation system, proven performance on the MGPTS
  • Components are compatible and interchangeable across the RDS line
  • Detachable end walls allow all models to complex together
  • Comes standard with TEMPER vestibule adapter, passive continuous air ventilation system and stove pipe vents
  • Fully integrated floor and liner system

Frame

  • Truss style frame for rugged, durable system
  • Does not require overhead lift
  • Synchronized gear system designed by Hoberman for faster, easier set up
  • Rapid set up with simple locking pin design
  • Frame built with hardened 6061 T6 aluminum
  • System gear designed using specially formulated Zytel® GFN and reinforced with aluminum for strong, lightweight system
  • Withstood testing of 100 sets and strikes and remained operational for more

Skin

  • PVC coated, high tenacity polyester fabric that meets all performance requirements for MIL-PRF 44103 for strength, weather resistance and durability in any operating environment
  • Radio Frequency welding techniques to form a stronger, waterproof seal on the tent body
  • Unique plenum design does not require adjustment or modification to change ECU ports
  • Replaceable windows
  • Doors all complete with double entry for light protection and standard TEMPER vestibule adapters
  • Available in Camouflage Green or Desert Tan

Performance Requirements

     Aberdeen Proving Ground is the most diverse, rigorous test site utilized by the DoD — if a tent product stands up to (and exceeds) the harsh testing and the elements thrown at it during these test, you can rest assured that this tent is made to meet the challenge. The RDS meets the following performance requirements:
 
SNOW LOAD: 10 lbs. per square foot
WIND/RAIN: Sustained winds of 55/65 mph; 2" per hour
DURABILITY: Exceeded requirement of 50 sets and strikes

NOTE:
The RDS requires NO SPECIAL KITS for snow, wind or rain load!

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