Inflatable liferafts
Inflatable liferafts – VIKING
Yachting liferafts
Liferaft - VIKING RescYou™ Coastal, UKCL, yachting (6 pers.)
The smart solution for coastal cruising, inland sailing and sport fishing, geared for situation where rescue is expected within 24 hours.
- Compact and lightweight
- Exceptionally stable even in rough seas
- Innovative boarding ramp ensures safe and quick embarkation
- Fluorescent yellow canopy enhances visibility from a distance
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VIKING RescYou™ Coastal is the smart solution if you boat in coastal or inland waters near rescue points. It is lightweight and easy to transport and fit on board.
Exceeding requirements for ISO 9650-1 Type 2 approval, this model includes a wide range of additional features including an automatically inflatable canopy, innovative boarding ramp providing swift and easy boarding, and full complement of SOLAS flares. Large ballast bags keep the liferaft stable in the water, helping to prevent capsize in heavy seas.
The VIKING RescYou™ Coastal liferaft comes with a specifically designed coastal survival emergency pack that covers all basic needs in coastal rescue situations. The liferaft is ISO 9650-1 Type 2 certified and third party approved by DNV.
The VIKING RescYou™ Coastal liferaft comes in the size of 6 persons and is available in a durable container or water resistant valise.
Features
- Four 55 liter weighted ballast bags for stability in heavy seas
- SOLAS high-visibility retro-reflective tape on canopy, sides, buoyancy chambers and under the liferaft
- Automatic SOLAS/USCG exterior and interior light
- Internal and external lifelines
- Rain water collector
- Base material of strong, yet flexible, natural rubber
- Sizes: 6 persons
Approvals – ISO
Liferaft - VIKING RescYou™ Ocean, UKL, yachting (4-8 pers.)
This high quality standard yachting liferaft is ideal for ocean cruising and short international voyages. An innovative boarding ramp and large canopy opening provides for swift and easy boarding.
- Innovative boarding ramp ensures safe and quick embarkation
- Exceptionally stable even in rough seas
- Two individual buoyancy chambers, each carrying capacity weight
- Fluorescent yellow canopy enhances visibility from a distance
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VIKING RescYou™ Ocean is the traditional liferaft in VIKING’s yachting range for cruising and sport fishing on the open sea.
The insulated double inflatable floor provides hypothermia protection and the two canopy openings offer an excellent view of the horizon plus cross ventilation. Large ballast bags keep the liferaft stable in the water, helping to prevent capsize in very heavy seas
There are no compromises on safety when choosing a VIKING liferaft. The RescYou™ Ocean is naturally both ISO 9650-1 Type 1 certified, ISAF approved and third party verified by DNV.
As a standard, delivered with an ISO II emergency pack. For larger sizes see the variants. Liferafts can also be delivered with SOLAS B (primarily for Spain) or E-pack (for the US).
The RescYou™ Ocean liferaft comes in sizes from 4 – 8 persons and is available in a durable container or water resistant valise.
Features
- Four 55 liter weighted ballast bags for stability in heavy seas
- SOLAS high-visibility retro-reflective tape on canopy, sides, buoyancy chambers and under the liferaft
- Automatic SOLAS/USCG exterior and interior light
- Internal and external lifelines
- Rain water collector
- Base material of strong, yet flexible, natural rubber
- Sizes: 4-8 persons
Approvals – ISO
Liferaft - VIKING RescYou™ Pro, UKSL, yachting (4-8 pers.)
VIKING top of the range yachting liferaft, voted best in several independent tests. The ultimate liferaft for all types of yachting and the perfect choice for open ocean sailing. The self-righting feature ensure, it always rights itself ready for boarding.
- Fluorescent yellow canopy enhances visibility from a distance
- Innovative boarding ramp ensures safe and quick embarkation
- Exceptionally stable even in rough seas
- Two separate buoyancy chambers each capable of supporting maximum capacity
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VIKING RescYou™ Pro is our top of the line leisure liferaft. It features generous space and headroom as well as all the details required by the serious sailor. The automatic self-righting function ensures that the liferaft is immediately ready for boarding. The ultimate liferaft for all types of sailing, where comfort and safety go hand in hand.
The curtained windows give an excellent view of the horizon without the need to open the canopy. The inflatable double floor works as a good insulation from the cold ocean. Features that reduce the risk of hypothermia. Large ballast bags keep the liferaft stable in the water, helping to prevent capsize in very heavy seas.
VIKING RescYou™ Pro liferaft is both ISO 9650-1 Type 1 Group A certified, ISAF approved and third party verified by DNV. As a standard, delivered with an ISO II emergency pack. For larger sizes see the variants. Liferafts can also be delivered with SOLAS B (primarily for Spain) or E-pack (for the US).
The RescYou™ Pro liferaft comes in sizes from 4 – 8 persons and is available in durable container or water resistant valise.
Features
- Self-righting feature for enhanced safety
- Blue inner lining has a calming effect (a requirement on SOLAS liferafts)
- Inflatable double floor minimizes the risk of hypothermia
- Curtained windows and openings provide a 360 degree view of the horizon
- Four 55 liter weighted ballast bags for stability in heavy seas
- SOLAS high-visibility retro-reflective tape on canopy, sides, buoyancy chambers and under the liferaft
- Automatic SOLAS/USCG exterior and interior light
- Internal and external lifelines
- Rain water collector
- Base material of strong, yet flexible, natural rubber
- Sizes: 4-8 persons
Approvals – ISO
Throw overboard type liferafts, VIKING, DK+
High-quality and low-maintenance approved liferaft solution for automatic or manual throw overboard launch from vessels of all types.
- High durability with an expected lifespan of 15-20 years
- Can be deployed at temperatures as low as -30˚C
- Exceptionally stable even in rough seas
- Two individual buoyancy chambers, each carrying capacity weight
- Sizes: 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 16, 20, 25 and 35 persons
- Holds several flag state approvals
- Innovative boarding ramp ensures safe and quick embarkation
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Approvals: SOLAS, MED, TC ( Transport Canada ), USCG
Upon release from its stowage arrangement, this type of liferaft either slides automatically or is thrown overboard manually. Once waterborne, the liferaft inflates by a firm pull to the painter line.
Throw overboard liferafts are mainly used on commercial vessel, passenger ships or offshore assets. The liferaft is stowed in a rigid fibreglass container and approved by DNV in accordance with SOLAS/MED requirements and relevant flag state approvals.
VIKING has been manufacturing, supplying and servicing liferafts of the throw overboard type since the company was founded in 1960. With thousands of lives saved over the years, this product has earned its reputation as a true essential when it comes to safety at sea.
The VIKING throw overboard liferaft comes in sizes from 4 – 35 persons and is available with emergency pack SOLAS A or B.
Liferaft - VIKING, DKF+, davit launched type
High-quality and low-maintenance SOLAS/MED approved liferaft solution for davit launch from vessels of all types.
- Can be deployed at temperatures as low as -30˚C
- High durability with an expected lifespan of 15-20 years
- Holds several flag state approvals
- Two individual buoyancy chambers, each carrying capacity weight
- Exceptionally stable even in rough seas
- Sizes: 12, 16, 20, 25 and 35 persons
- Innovative boarding ramp ensures safe and quick embarkation
Full description
The VIKING davit launched liferaft is to be connected to the davit and then inflated, thus enabling the evacuees to board the liferaft from deck.
Davit launched liferafts are mainly used on commercial vessel, passenger ships and offshore assets. The liferaft is stowed in a rigid fibreglass container and approved by DNV in accordance with SOLAS/MED requirements and relevant flag state approvals.
VIKING has been manufacturing, supplying and servicing liferafts of the davit launched type since the company was founded in 1960. With thousands of lives saved over the years, this product has earned its reputation as a true essential when it comes to safety at sea.
The VIKING davit launched liferaft comes in sizes from 12 – 35 persons and is available with emergency pack SOLAS A or B.
Approvals: SOLAS, MED, TC, USCG
S30,Self-righting,Training liferafts
(S30) Extended service interval liferafts
If you are looking to extend your annual liferaft servicing intervals to 30 months – without compromising safety readiness or compliance, VIKING S30 is the best choice!
The crew can handle the annual onboard inspection by following 3 simple steps
VIKING has more than 10 years of experience with extended service interval liferafts
More flag state approvals than any other brand
Same packaging and cradle/rack mounts as our standard liferaft range
No computer or electrical outlet is required with VIKING’s unique testing system – so no special ATEX approval is required
The VIKING S30 is a complete range of liferafts with an extended service interval in all types and sizes. They’re serviced using a combination of annual onboard inspection and standard service at 30 months at a certified VIKING S30 servicing station.
The VIKING throw overboard liferaft comes in sizes from 6 – 35 persons and is available with emergency pack SOLAS A or B.
The VIKING davit launched liferaft comes in sizes from 12 – 35 persons and is available with emergency pack SOLAS A or B.
Features:
- High durability with an expected lifespan of 15-20 years
- Can be deployed at temperatures as low as -30˚C
- Holds several flag state approvals
- Two individual buoyancy chambers, each carrying capacity weight
- Sizes TO: 6, 8, 10, 12, 16, 20, 25 and 35 persons
- Sizes DL: 12, 16, 20, 25 and 35 persons
- Exceptionally stable even in rough seas
- Innovative boarding ramp ensures safe and quick embarkation
- Annual onboarding inspection and easy to certify your crew (see more on product: VSA323)
Approvals: SOLAS, MED, TC, USCG
Liferaft - VIKING, throw overboard, self-righting
VIKING – Throw overboard self-righting liferaft certified by DNV in accordance with SOLAS/MED requirements and the relevant flag state approvals. For use as direct boarding or in connection with chute or slide evacuation system.
- Available with either 12 months service interval or 30 months extended service interval
- High durability with an expected lifespan of 15-20 years
- Available with either A or B SOLAS emergency pack
- Holds several flag state approvals
The Liferaft will be delivered complete with emergency pack SOLAS A or B. The self-righting liferaft is mainly used for commercial vessels, passenger vessels and offshore installations.
The throw overboard self-righting liferaft is released from its cradle and thrown overboard, or slides automatically when released. Once waterborne the liferaft inflates on a hard pull of the painter line and is then ready for boarding.
Approvals: SOLAS, TC
Liferaft - VIKING, 39DKFS, davit launchable, self-righting
VIKING – Davit launched self-righting liferaft certified by DNV in accordance with SOLAS/MED requirements and relevant flag state approvals. The liferaft will be connected to the davit and inflated, enabling the passengers to board the liferaft from deck.
- Available with either 12 or 30 months extended service interval
- Available with either A or B SOLAS emergency pack
- High durability with an expected lifespan of 15-20 years
- Safe and effective means of dry shoed evacuation
The liferaft will be delivered complete with emergency pack SOLAS A pack or B pack. The 39 persons davit launched self-righting liferaft is mainly used on commercial vessels, passenger vessels and offshore installations. The VIKING davit launched selfrighting liferaft is to be connected to the davit and then inflated at deck level, thus enabling the passengers to board the liferaft from deck. The liferaft is then launched to the water.
VIKING davit launched self-righting liferaft type has a high durabilty with an expected lifespan of 15-20years.
Is available with either 12 months service interval or 30 months extended service interval.
Approvals: SOLAS, TC, USCG
Training liferafts - VIKING, throw overboard and davit launched
VIKING training liferafts are capable of withstanding a tough training schedule
- Reinforced rubber for extra durability
- Parts can be ordered for replacement
- Available in sizes: 12-35 persons
Full description
VIKING’s unique training liferafts are similar to commercial liferafts with slight modifications to withstand constant use.
For easy lifting from water there is only one ballast bag on the 12, 16, 20, 25 person davit launched training liferafts and two ballast bags on the 35 persons davit launched for increased stability.
The VIKING davit launched training liferaft comes in sizes from 12 – 35 persons and will be delivered with the standard liferaft equipment and a dummy emergency pack
The VIKING throw overboard training liferaft comes in sizes from 8 – 25 persons and will be delivered with the standard liferaft equipment and a dummy emergency pack.