VIKING Inflatable Life Rafts for Recreational, Commercial Vessels

VIKING builds inflatable life rafts trusted by recreational and commercial boaters around the world. LRSE stocks the full VIKING range and supports every raft with an in-house service station. Whether you’re outfitting a recreational vessel or a commercial fleet, we can help you choose the right raft based on your vessel, cruising waters, and required capacity. Browse the RescYou leisure line below or compare it with our wider recreational life raft selection. Commercial operators can also explore our full commercial life raft selection. Contact our team to confirm your USCG carriage requirements before making your purchase.

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    Viking RescYou Coastal Life Raft - Life Raft and Survival Equipment, Inc.
    Viking RescYou Coastal Life Raft - Life Raft and Survival Equipment, Inc.
    Viking RescYou Coastal Recreational Life Raft
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    Viking RescYou™ Ocean - Boat Safety - Life Raft and Survival Equipment
    Viking RescYou™ Ocean - Life Raft and Survival Equipment, Inc.
    Viking RescYou™ Ocean Recreational Life Raft
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    Viking RescYou Pro - Boat Safety - Life Raft and Survival Equipment
    Viking RescYou Pro - Life Raft and Survival Equipment, Inc.
    Viking RescYou Pro* Recreational Life Raft
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    Viking Hydrostatic Release Unit - Life Raft and Survival Equipment, Inc.
    Viking Hydrostatic Release Unit
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    Viking S/S Deck Cradle w/ Lashing - Life Raft and Survival Equipment, Inc.
    Viking S/S Deck Cradle w/ Lashing
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    Viking RescYou Rail Mounting Kit - Life Raft and Survival Equipment, Inc.
    Viking RescYou Rail Mounting Kit
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    Viking SOLAS A - Life Raft and Survival Equipment, Inc.
    Viking SOLAS A - Life Raft and Survival Equipment, Inc.
    Viking USCG SOLAS A Commercial Life Raft
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    Viking USCG IBA - Life Raft and Survival Equipment, Inc.
    Viking USCG IBA - Life Raft and Survival Equipment, Inc.
    Viking IBA USCG Commercial Life Raft
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    Viking USCG Coastal - Life Raft and Survival Equipment, Inc.
    Viking USCG Coastal - Life Raft and Survival Equipment, Inc.
    Viking USCG Coastal
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    Viking USCG IBA (Large Capacity) - Life Raft and Survival Equipment, Inc.
    Viking USCG IBA (Large Capacity) - Life Raft and Survival Equipment, Inc.
    Viking IBA USCG (Large Capacity)
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    Choosing the Right VIKING Life Raft

    VIKING builds inflatable life rafts for recreational, commercial vessels alike. The RescYou leisure line serves recreational boaters: RescYou Coastal for nearshore cruising, RescYou Ocean for bluewater passages, RescYou Pro for extended offshore voyages. Commercial operators reach for USCG, SOLAS certified rafts: SOLAS A for full offshore compliance, USCG Coastal for nearshore commercial duty, IBA models for inflatable buoyant apparatus requirements, in capacities from 4 person to 150 person. Container-packed rafts mount on deck for instant deployment, valise-packed rafts stow in a locker, lazarette, cockpit. A hydrostatic release unit frees a deck-mounted raft automatically as a vessel sinks. See all life raft accessories for cradles, mounting kits, spares. Every inflatable raft needs periodic servicing to stay certified. LRSE operates a life raft service station for inspection, repack, and recertification.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the difference between the VIKING RescYou Coastal, Ocean, Pro?
    - RescYou Coastal suits nearshore, coastal cruising. - RescYou Ocean steps up to a higher offshore specification for bluewater passages. - RescYou Pro carries the top specification for extended offshore voyages. Match the model to how far offshore you travel.
    Which VIKING life raft meets USCG requirements for my commercial vessel?
    The right VIKING commercial life raft depends on your vessel’s class, operating route, passenger capacity, and USCG carriage requirements. VIKING offers SOLAS A life rafts for offshore commercial service, USCG Coastal models for many nearshore commercial operations, and Inflatable Buoyant Apparatus (IBA) models that meet USCG requirements for certain vessel types. Because every commercial vessel has different certification requirements, LRSE can help you select the appropriate VIKING life raft for your Certificate of Inspection (COI) and intended operation.
    What capacity VIKING life raft do I need?
    Your VIKING inflatable life raft should be large enough to safely accommodate the maximum number of people your vessel may carry. VIKING offers life raft capacities ranging from 4-person to 150-person models for both recreational and commercial vessels. Depending on your vessel and applicable regulations, you may be required to carry a life raft with higher rated capacity than your normal crew size. Count the maximum number of passengers you may have on board, then choose the next appropriate VIKING life raft capacity to help ensure you’re prepared and compliant.
    How often does a VIKING life raft need servicing?
    Every inflatable life raft requires periodic inspections to maintain its certification. VIKING service intervals may vary depending on the life raft model and packing type. LRSE operates an in-house service station that provides inspections, repacking, and recertification to help keep your raft compliant and ready for use. We recommend scheduling service before the start of each boating season so your life raft is voyage -ready when you need it most.
    What is a hydrostatic release unit, and do I need one?
    A hydrostatic release unit (HRU) automatically releases a deck-mounted life raft if your vessel begins to sink. As water pressure reaches a predetermined depth, the HRU releases the raft, allowing it to float free and automatically inflate. Life rafts installed in a deck cradle rely on an HRU for automatic deployment, while valise life rafts stored below deck do not require one. If you’re unsure which setup is right for your vessel, the LRSE team can help you choose the appropriate configuration