| | |  | Life Jackets & Vests | Home » » » » » Mustang MD3183 Deluxe Inflatable PFD with HIT | | | | | | Colors: | | | | | Description: | | The auto hydrostatic inflatable personal flotation device (PFD) will only automatically inflate when submerged in 4 or more inches of water and not prematurely due to rain, spray or humidity. Low maintenance, no inflator maintenance is require for 5 years unless the PFD has been inflated. You can easily view the inflator status and replacement date through the safety inspection window. Green indicates ready for use. Designed for serious users. Made for the most demanding users and the most severe marine environments the auto hydrostatic inflatable PFD is constructed with durable 420-Denier nylon and heavy duty polyurethane coated nylon. It will meet the challenges of even the most demanding users. It also features the patented secure zip closure system. The PFD will stay closed during even the most rigorous activity. It effortlessly opens upon inflation and is easy to repack. Comfortable To wear. Designed to be lightweight and comfortable the PFD can be worn over a T-shirt or jacket. It is low profile and allows for the maximum amount of mobility. The neoprene Comfort Collar is so soft it won't chafe your neck. Its so sleek and comfortable you'll forget you are wearing it. Canadian equivalent model MD3153. Auto hydrostatic inflatable PFD with sailing harness MD3184. The auto hydrostatic inflatable PFD is USCG approved for commercial use on Uninspected Commercial Vessels (UCV) less than 40 feet long, when worn in lieu of Type II and III PFD's under 46 CFR 160.064 and are approved under 160.076. Features Hammar 1F auto hydrostatic inflator. No maintenance required for 5 years unless inflated. Lightweight and comfortable design. | | | Features: | |
• Designed for severe weather and maximum comfort
• Heavy-duty polyurethane coated nylon for increased durability
• Includes safety whistle and auto hydrostatic inflator with manual backup
• USCG Type II approval; 35-lbs of buoyancy
• Warranted to be free from material and workmanship defects for one year
| | | Product Details: | | | Package Length:
| 21.7 inches | | Package Width:
| 9.7 inches | | Package Height:
| 2.0 inches | | Package Weight:
| 2.4 pounds | | Average Customer Rating:
|  based on 17 reviews |
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24 of 24 found the following review helpful:
 Light Weight and Good FitJun 17, 2009
By Lake Michigan Fisherman
I have tried on several self-inflating life jackets at West Marine and Cabelas, but no one stocks this Mustang model MD3183. All vests that I tried on were tight around the neck and seemed bulky. This model got good reviews at a sailing website, so I decided to take a chance. It arrived today and surprisingly it didn't squeeze my neck and was less bulky than most others. It can not be activated by rain or humidity. It must be submerged at least 4" to inflate. The inflation mechanism is good for 5 years, but it costs $80 to replace. I am 60 years old, 6'4" and 230lb. I do lots of fishing and had a close call this spring. Also, a local grandpa drowned when he went in after a grandchild that fell overboard. (the kid was OK) So this should be a requirement for us old folks.
14 of 14 found the following review helpful:
great fit, light and flexibleDec 02, 2009
By Nick
i'm a merchant mariner and wear this on deck aboard a sea going tug/barge unit where we've encountered some heavy weather in the past. I was always concerned about accidental inflation with ordinary automatics, because when its worn, its because I had to go out on deck in some nasty stuff, usually in the pouring rain and the seas whipping up over the deck edge. The hydrostatic inflator solves that concern however, to make sure it inflates when i actually fall over the side, not when I'm drenched from head to toe from the weather. Its a similar mechanism to those found securing the life rafts to the deck and made by the same company, so one can reasonably trust it, but when in doubt, theres always the pull cord, thats why its there.
I found this vest to be well fitting and of good quality construction, it should hold up well to the abuse. it wraps around your neck and shoulders comfortably and is flexible to wear when working that you forget its there sometimes. This compared to lesser models by other manufactures that feel like the vest is hanging on your neck and is rigid against your body at every move. The SOLAS tape on the inflation bag, whistle, and strobe attachment are nice touches as well. I plan to add some solas tape to the outside (mustang does make another model with that on it from the factory, but for more $$), but other than that small personal deficiency, its a great product.
8 of 8 found the following review helpful:
Orally inflate before usingAug 04, 2010
By Michael
Lightweight, comfortable to wear and the Carbon/Black colors blend well with dark clothing. Don't worry, once inflated the bright yellow bladder with reflecting tape on it will deploy and be visible for rescue. The first inflatable PFD that I received had a slow leak. As instructed by Mustang, when you first receive the vest, perform an oral inflation test. Inflate the vest to a firm state and let sit on a counter. The vest should remain firm. After 10 minutes, I noticed the vest lost its firmness and more so as time went on. I suspected a faulty check valve in the oral inflater. I sent the vest back and exchanged it for a new one. When the new one arrived, I orally inflated the vest and it stayed firm overnight, at least 16 hours. It worked fine and passed the test. I would recommend this vest for sport fishing, sailing, boating, etc. It is not recommended for impact water sports, i.e. water skiing. As recommended by Mustang, just make sure you perform an oral inflation test on the vest when you get it!
6 of 7 found the following review helpful:
 Older ProductJul 13, 2010
By Mark Jennette
This life jacket was supposed to have five years on the auto inflating mechanisim but apparently it sat on the shelf for a while and only had four years left on it. These can't be returned so I lost a year of use.
3 of 3 found the following review helpful:
Easy to wear Life JacketJul 19, 2010
By A. Preiser
I needed a life jacket that I could wear all of the time on the boat. This is the one to get! My kids have to wear one so I need to wear one. It is cool, and comforatble.
Andy
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