MD3196 - The Mustang MD3196 is a compact life preserver that has been designed specifically for easy integration with body armor and tactical vests that use a MOLLE (Modular Lightweight Load-carrying Equipment) webbing system. The MD3196 low-profile design provides flotation capability for body armor wearers, with minimal bulk or interference, excellent for Law Enforcement professionals operating in marine environments. The advanced Hydrostatic Inflation System makes the MD3196 an effective and low maintenance solution.
Reliable Inflation
The Hydrostatic Inflation System HIT™ will not inflate prematurely due to rain, humidity or wind driven sea spray. The inflatable cell achieves full inflation within seconds of submersion in 4 or more inches of water, or with a simple pull of the beaded handle. An oral inflation tube located on the left lobe provides backup inflation, if necessary.
Low Maintenance
No inflator maintenance is required for five years, unless the MD3196 is inflated.
Optional Manual Conversion Cap
The Hydrostatic Inflation System HIT™ uses an automatic inflator that can be converted to a manual only system. The optional manual conversion cap, MA7219, can be installed on the water inlet port preventing the automatic operation. This manual conversion cap provides for optimal mission planning and allows operator to select the inflation capability (manual or automatic) prior to the mission. The cell can be manually inflated with a simple pull of the beaded handle.
In-water Performance
Tests with the life preserver attached to a typical body armor vest successfully demonstrated the ability of the life preserver to self right and float the wearer.
Durable Protection
Designed for the Law Enforcement professional offering durable flotation protection for operators in marine environments.
Two Options for Wear
Can be attached to body armor vest or worn as a stand alone life preserver using the chest belt / crotch strap assembly MA3090 sold separately. A three-point attachment system provides quick integration to a MOLLE style vest. SecureZip™ closure withstands rigorous activity and is easy to repack.
Another quality product from Mustang Survival, producers of inflatable life preservers for NASA and Anti-G suits for the U.S. Air Force.
**Special Ops version MD3196 SO is also available. For Special Operations, the life preserver uses a subdued olive green bladder with no reflective tape.
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