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Compact Tactical Automatic PFD

MD3196 SO

MAP $646.15

Retail $723.45

The Mustang Survival MD3196 SO is a compact life preserver that automatically inflates when submerged in water. Designed specifically for easy integration with body armor and tactical vests that use a MOLLE (Modular Lightweight Load-carrying Equipment) webbing system, the MD3196 SO offers advanced flotation protection to law enforcement professionals operating in marine environments. The low-profile design provides flotation capability for body armor wearers, with minimal bulk or interference.

The MD3091 SO features a subdued olive green inflatable bladder with no reflective tape. Low visibility for special operations.

Reliable Inflation

Using Hydrostatic Inflation Technology HIT™, the MD3196 SO will not inflate prematurely due to rain, humidity or wind driven sea spray. The inflatable cell achieves full inflation within seconds of immersion 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.

Quick Integration and Easy Repacking

A three point attachment system provides quick integration to a MOLLE style vest. SecureZip™ closure with stands rigorous activity and is easy to repack.

Low Maintenance

No inflator maintenance is required for five years, unless inflated.

Optional Manual Conversion Cap

The Hydrostatic inflation system 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.

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.

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Select PFD Color
Re-Arm Kit MA7214 10 (add $109.40)
Chest Belt Crotch Strap MA3090 (add $96.40)
Manual Converson Cap MA7219 (add $30.40)

Available Colors

MD3196 SO Automatic Tactical Inflatable PFD black Black
MD3196 SO Automatic Tactical Inflatable PFD tan Coyote Tan

MD3196 SO

MD3196 SO Automatic Tactical Inflatable PFD coyote tan

MD3196 SO Automatic Tactical Inflatable PFD black

MD3196 SO Automatic Tactical Inflatable PFD

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Features

  • Designed for the law enforcement professional offering durable flotation protection or operators in marine environments
  • Reliable hydrostatic inflation will not inflate prematurely due to moisture
  • A three-point attachment system provides quick integration to MOLLE style vest
  • SecureZip™ closure withstands rigorous activity
  • Repacking is easily accomplished with simple folding and Velcro® enclosures
  • Can be attached to body armor vest or worn as a stand alone life preserver using the chest belt / crotch strap assembly
  • Inflatable cell achieves full inflation within seconds with a simple pull of the beaded handle, located on the right side of the cover
  • An oral inflation tube is located on the left lobe provides backup inflation
  • MA3090 chest belt / crotch strap assembly provides an option as a stand alone life preserver
  • The optional manual conversion cap MA7219 allows the automatic inflator to be converted to manual only inflation
  • MA7214 10 re-arming kit for the inflatable cell
  • Use only Mustang Survival re-arm kits. Use of other re-arm kits may result in improper operation or failure to operate and will void the product's warranty

NSN: 4220-01-535-7768

NSN 4220-01-535-7768

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A National Stock Number is the official label applied to an item of supply that is repeatedly procured, stocked, stored, issued and used throughout the federal supply system.13 digit NSN or NATO Stock Number are recognized by NATO Countries and the US Department of Defense.

NSN

4220015357768

Name

Life Preserver, Vest

Part Number

MD3196 SO

Formula to Determine Buoyancy

If a man weighs 200 pounds on land, he only weighs 10 pounds in the water.

80% of the human body is water. Water in the body has no weight in the water.

200 pounds x 80% = 160 pounds
200 pounds – 160 pounds = 40 pounds

The human body is 15% fat, fat is lighter than water.

200 pounds x 15% = 30 pounds
40 pounds – 30 pounds = 10 pounds

A 200 pound person only weighs 10 pounds in the water.

A U.S.C.G. approved Type V vest is mandated to have 17.5 pounds of buoyancy.

If a man weighs 350 pounds on land, he only weighs:

80% of the human body is water. Water in the body has no weight in the water.

350 x 80% = 280 pounds
350 pounds – 280 pounds = 70 pounds

The human body is 15% fat, fat is lighter than water.

350 pounds x 15% = 52.5 pounds
70 pounds – 52.5 pounds = 17.5 pounds

A 350 pound person weighs 17.5 pounds in the water.

Type V PFD

In regards to using Work Vests or any other Life Jacket, the saying goes “It can only save your life if you’re wearing it.” Less obvious is what to expect upon entering the water once you take an unexpected fall. Depending on the height from which you fall, position of your body when entering the water, along with any currents present you may be kep under longer than you think. Type V Vests are required by United States Coast Guard to have a minimum buoyant force of 17 ½ pounds. This is adequate buoyancy to keep your head, neck and the top of your shoulders above the water. You will rise to the surface more quickly with more body fat and air pockets in your clothing. A lean and muscular person will rise more slowly to the surface.

A person of 200 lbs weighs 10 lbs in the water, 80% of a person’s weight is water which has no weight in the water, and about 15% is fat, which is lighter than water, consequently, the real weight of the person in water is about 10 pounds.

Having your Vest fit snugly is key to survival. Loose fitting or unbuckled Vests can slip over your head when falling feet first, allowing you to sink much further down. Hold on to your Vest as you enter the water just in case. Nothing is more important at that moment than getting your mouth above the top of the waves. Once in the water pull your Vest down to make sure all of the buoyancy is under the water. This will get your mouth and nose as high as possible. Most Vests have a strap that goes under your arms to keep your vest from riding up. If it is missing then replacement is recommended. Vests wear out over time and will lose some of their buoyancy. Here’s a quick way to check for the minimum buoyancy of 17 ½ pounds. Attach 20 pounds of steel weight to the Vest. Dumb bell weights work just fine. Twenty pounds of steel weight weighs approximately 17 ½ pounds in the water. If your Vest floats above or just below the surface, it still meets the minimum required buoyancy. If it sinks it should be replaced. The foam in your Vest will lose its buoyancy if it is compressed under weight or crammed in storage. It’s best to hang them or set them on a shelf when not in use.

Humans are land dwellers and need a little help in the water.

Mustang Survival Warranty and Repair Information

**Products not eligible for returns include: Re-Arm Kits, Custom Orders, Non Current and Non Stock Products, Discontinued Products and Inflatable PFD's purchased 6 months ago or longer.

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Catalogs

2019 Mustang Survival Product Guide
2019 Product Guide

2018 Mustang Survival Product Guide

2017 Mustang Survival Industrial and Commercial Catalog

2017 Mustang Survival Angler Catalog

2016 Mustang Survival Public safety Product Guide

2016 Public Safety Catalog

2016 Mustang Survival Military Product Guide

2016 Military Catalog

2016 Mustang Survival Product Guide

2016 Product Guide

2016 Mustang Survival Range Book

2016 Range Book

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