Edition 1 / 2011

VIKING Liferafts
Technical Information

VIKING LIFE-SAVING EQUIPMENT

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Liferafts and containers

VIKING liferafts are found all over the globe - from the arctic to the tropics

A full range of throw-overboard and Ready for installation

davit-launched liferafts Liferafts can be delivered with optional galvanized deck
VIKING’s liferafts are available in a standard version and cradles and lashings. A full set can be delivered with the
a top of the line automatically self-righting version. The liferaft mounted in the cradle including the hydrostatic
proven self-righting liferafts ensure that no matter how the release unit ready to be installed on the vessel. We also
liferaft inflates in the water it will always right itself ready offer assistance with installation tests for davit-launched
for boarding. liferafts. Contact your local VIKING office for more
information.
Liferafts can be equipped with a hydrostatic release unit
to ensure that it inflates automatically if it has not been Standard features
released manually. n Equipped with emergency packs and liferaft
equipment according to SOLAS and flag requirements.
Liferafts are subjected to rough sea trials, wind velocity
tests at forces of 30 metres per second and deployment at n Provided with two individual buoyancy compartments.
extremely low temperatures. Self-righting liferafts are also Even if one compartment is damaged, the other still has
tested for automatic self-righting capabilities. sufficient buoyancy to carry the specified number of
passengers.
n Stored in a rigid fibre glass container for durability.
n Installed onboard either on cradles, racks, or stacked
column racks on top of each other.
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Containers by VIKING
Durable and easy to handle VIKING containers are
designed with several unique features. The special
VIKING shell overlap design gives a secure watertight
fit to protect against the elements.

Unlike many other containers, our rim makes a solid easy

grip for faster and easier handling - even in wet and
slippery conditions. The overlap design is easier to open
and re-seal during servicing.

We manufacture our own containers and build them to

last. Ongoing reseach and development for 50 years
ensures that the containers that we use today are among
the best on the market. The ribbed design adds extra
stability to the sturdy fibre glass, and are approved to
withstand a drop of up to 36 metres, some are even
approved for heights of 55 metres.

Quality does make a difference.

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Davit-launched liferafts, standard

Davit-launched liferafts are connected to the davit, Standard liferafts are available in the following sizes;
inflated, boarded from the deck and then lowered 12, 16, 20, 25 and 35 persons.
to water level.
Self-righting liferafts are available in two sizes:
25 and 39 persons.

Container Liferaft

12, 16, 20, 25, 35 DKF, Standard liferaft 12, 16, 20, 25, 35 DKF, Standard liferaft

Weights
Approx. size of container in mm
in kg
A B C D E F A Pack B Pack

12 DKF 1295 500 740 665 710 550 136 109

16 DKF 1335 545 713 685 780 620 156 121
20 DKF 1335 545 713 685 780 620 181 127
25 DKF 1385 545 747 735 790 620 208 142
35 DKF 1470 690 845 810 855 620 - 216
35 DKF 1550 635 982 890 920 740 302 - Approx. size of raft in mm
A B C D E F

12 DKF 1810 1376 1441 3328 3212 580

16 DKF 1990 1520 1671 3342 3672 430
20 DKF 1920 1419 1843 3686 4016 510
25 DKF 2160 1632 2038 4076 4406 560
See our full range of liferafts on
www.VIKINGsafetyshop.com 35 DKF 2350 1765 2210 4950 4420 750

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Davit-launched liferaft, self-righting

Container Liferaft

25, 39 DKFS, Self-righting liferaft 25 DKFS, Self-righting liferaft

Weights
Approx. size of container in mm
in kg
A B C D E F A Pack B Pack

25 DKFS 1465 690 843 800 855 620 225* - 39 DKFS, Self-righting liferaft
25 DKFS 1420 690 800 760 795 620 - 170
39 DKFS 1550 635 982 890 920 620 330* -
39 DKFS 1465 690 843 800 855 620 - 226*

* Liferafts weighing over 185 kg. can only be placed in a cradle if

permitted by the flag state authority.

Davits for all needs Optional features

n Pedestals
VIKING provides a wide range of davits for liferafts n Release hooks for on and off load
and rescue boats as well as combi davits for both n Different colors
purposes. These davits are specially designed for n Stored power in case of dead ship conditions
durability in a highly corrosive environment. (only available for certain models)
All have an EU steering wheel approval as standard n Quick return unit for effective repeat launches
and as an option can be equipped with additional n Custom made for increased slewing range
certificates from national authorities. n Complete custom made davits according to specifications

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Throw-overboard liferafts, standard

Throw-overboard liferafts are stored in containers on deck

and inflate in the water when the painter line is pulled.

Standard SOLAS liferafts are available for:

6, 8, 10, 12, 16, 20, 25 and 35 persons.

Self-righting liferafts are available in the following sizes:

25, 51, 101 and 151 persons.

Container Liferaft

4, 6 DK, standard liferaft 4, 6, 8 DK, Standard liferaft

Weights Approx. size of raft in mm

Approx. size of container in mm
in kg A B C D E F
A B C D E F A Pack B Pack 4 DK* 1150 210 1670 1670 1945 -
4 DK* 910 510 330 490 555 380 66 52 6 DK* 1190 234 1683 2323 1958 -
6 DK* 910 510 330 490 555 380 78 60 8 DK* 1190 247 1846 2706 2121 -

4, 6 DK, Low profile for standard liferaft

* Special liferaft for fishing vessels.

Weights ** Liferafts weighing over 185 kg. can only be placed in a cradle if
Approx. size of container in mm
in kg permitted by the flag state authority.

A B C D E F A Pack B Pack

4 DK* 869 326 409 625 389 423 62 48

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6 DK* 968 432 512 664 488 447 74 56 www.VIKINGsafetyshop.com

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Container Liferaft

4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 16, 20, 25, 35 DK 10 and 12 DK, Standard liferaft

Weights
Approx. size of container in mm
in kg
Approx. size of raft in mm
A B C D E F A Pack B Pack
A B C D E F
4 DK* 990 490 565 447 560 340 69 -
10 DK 1540 275 2638 3070 2968 -
4 DK* 1155 561 628 520 615 435 75 -
12 DK 1550 289 2882 3328 3212 -
6 DK 1155 561 628 520 615 435 75 65
8 DK 1155 561 628 520 615 435 85 70
10 DK 1355 565 650 550 630 500 100 75 16, 20, 25, 35 DK, Standard liferaft
12 DK 1355 565 650 550 630 500 115 85
16 DK 1355 680 700 500 720 500 130 97
20 DK 1355 685 780 620 713 545 153 110
25 DK 1385 735 790 620 750 545 180 122
25 DK 1335 685 780 620 713 545 180 122
35 DK 1550 890 920 - - - 282** 212**
35 DK 1465 800 855 620 843 690 282** 212**

* Special liferaft for fishing vessels.

** Liferafts weighing over 185 kg. can only be placed in a cradle if Approx. size of raft in mm
permitted by the flag state authority.
A B C D E F

16 DK 1550 313 3342 3342 3672 -

20 DK 1780 334 3686 3686 4016 -
25 DK 2030 352 4076 4076 4406 -
35 DK 2200 390 4950 4420 5650 -

The VIKING Arctic Liferaft

The only liferaft on the market designed and
tested for Arctic conditions
VIKING’s Arctic liferaft is specially designed and tested to withstand
the harsh conditions typical of Arctic regions and can function at
temperatures as low as -49°C or more. The float free function has
also been tested at Arctic temperatures.

See our full range of liferafts on www.VIKINGsafetyshop.com

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Throw-overboard liferafts, self-righting

Throw-overboard liferafts are stored in containers on deck
and inflate in the water when the painter line is pulled.

Container Liferaft

150 DKS, B Pack, Self-righting liferaft 150 DKS, Self-righting liferaft

A C

Weights
Approx. size of container in mm
in kg
A B C D A Pack B Pack

150 DKS 1980 1200 1210 - - 840

100 DKS, Self-righting liferaft 100 DKS, Self-righting liferaft

485

B
485

A C

Weights
Approx. size of container in mm
in kg
A B C D A Pack B Pack

100 DKS 2006 1047 1055 - 840 540

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Container Liferaft

50 DKS, A Pack, Self-righting liferaft 50 DKS, Self-righting liferaft

C

Weights
Approx. size of container in mm
in kg
A B C D A Pack B Pack

50 DKS 1865 860 910 - 393 -

50 DKS, B Pack, Self-righting liferaft 50 DKS, Self-righting liferaft

2580
405 405

LINE
TOWING
4080

51 PERSONS

51 PERSONS
Weights
Approx. size of container in mm
in kg
51 PERSONS

A B C D A Pack B Pack
7340

50 DKS 1550 890 929 - - 285

25 DKS, A & B Pack, Self-righting liferaft 25 DKS, Self-righting liferaft

A C

Weights
Approx. size of container in mm
in kg
A B C D A Pack B Pack

25 DKS 1420 760 795 - 215 155*

* Can be mounted on a standard deck cradle as the weight is below 185 kg.

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Open reversible liferafts

USCG Inflatable buoyant apparatus (IBA)

For passenger ships and ferries operating in inland and coastal waters.

Emergency pack according to High Speed Craft code.

Standard liferafts are available in the following sizes: 12, 20, 25, 50, 100 and 150 persons

Container Liferaft

150 DKR, Open reversible liferaft (IBA) 150 DKR, Open reversible liferaft (IBA)

12442
491
7006

Weights
Approx. size of container in mm
in kg
A B C D Pack type HSC

150 DKR 2006 1047 1055 - 490

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Container Liferaft

100 DKR, Open reversible liferaft (IBA) 100 DKR, Open reversible liferaft (IBA)

A C

Weights
Approx. size of container in mm
in kg
A B C D Pack type HSC

100 DKR 1550 890 920 - 330

50 DKR, Open reversible liferaft (IBA) 50 DKR, Open reversible liferaft (IBA)

425
B

6640
A

Weights +/3864

Approx. size of container in mm

in kg
A B C D Pack type HSC
6640

50 DKR 1385 735 790 - 179

25 DKR, Open reversible liferaft (IBA) 25 DKR, Open reversible liferaft (IBA)

A C

Weights
Approx. size of container in mm
in kg
A B C D Pack type HSC

25 DKR 1355 565 650 - 93*

* Can be mounted on a standard deck cradle as the weight is below 185 kg.

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Storage racks
Flexible storage and easy handling with
a minimum of crew
VIKING has developed a range of liferaft racks as a
flexible storage alternative to traditional cradles.

Our racks are constructed for flexible integration with

modern ship design, increasing the number of possible
installation locations. Optional remote release systems
also allow liferaft containers to be stored in otherwise
inaccessible locations. Racks can be operated by a single
crew member for a faster and more effective launch,
as liferafts in racks do not need to be lifted.

Racks are available in galvanised stainless steel or

aluminium. Custom-made racks can also be supplied
upon request.

MANGLER
Rack for liferaft containers
MANGLER
Ramp for liferaft containers

Approx. size of rack system Approx. size of ramp system
A B C D Pack type A B C D Pack type
10DK 1355 800 911 760 A+B 16 DK 1425 1555 1400 760 A+B
12DK 1355 800 911 760 A+B 20 DK 1425 1555 1400 760 A+B
16 DK 1335 835 1011 760 A+B 25 DK 1425 1555 1400 760 A+B
25 DK 1385 835 1063 760 A
25 DK 1335 835 1017 760 B MANGLER
Ramp for liferaft containers
35 DK 1550 955 1266 820 A
35 DK 1465 955 1198 820 B
25 DKS 1420 955 1158 820 A+B
50 DKS 1865 955 1225 1050 A
50 DKS 1710 955 1170 1050 B
100 DKS 1980 1365 1722 1090 A
100 DKS 1934 1145 1522 1190 B
150 DKS 1980 1365 1722 1090 B
12 DKR 1155 720 874 520 HSC
20 DKR 1355 800 911 760 HSC
25 DKR 1355 800 911 760 HSC

50 DKR 1385 835 1063 760 HSC
Approx. size of ramp system
100 DKR 1550 955 1266 820 HSC
A B C D Pack type
150 DKR 1934 1150 1522 1190 HSC
16 DK 1355 2280 1740 780 A+B
20 DK 1355 2280 1740 780 A+B
25 DK 1385 2280 1740 780 A+B

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Column rack for liferaft containers

Liferaft service
The unique VIKING global servicing
network of liferaft specialists performs
customer convenient liferaft servicing
according to strict guidelines.

Documentation
n Liferaft is received and registered
n Logbook in the liferaft is completed (proof that
the liferaft has been opened and tested)
n Servicing certificate is issued
n Full documentation for service is archived
according to regulations
n Detailed invoice is issued
Approx. size of rack system
A B C D Pack type Service
16 DK 1355 880 1970 800 A+B n Container is opened and the inflation system
20 DK 1355 880 1970 800 A+B dismounted
25 DK 1385 880 1970 800 A+B n Liferaft is removed from the container
n Container shell is cleaned and fibre glass is
repaired if needed
GRP Rack n Container is relabelled
n Liferaft is inspected inside and out
n Emergency pack is checked and items replaced
if expired according to regulations
n Liferaft equipment is inspected and replaced
¦_ +

if needed
n CO2 cylinder is checked for correct content level
n Liferaft is deflated, repacked in the container
and prepared for despatch
C

¦_ +

Testing
n Liferaft is inflated with compressed air and
pressure tested including a 60 min. working
pressure test of the lower buoyancy chamber,
D
A
upper buoyancy chamber and arch chamber
B

n If the liferaft is equipped with an inflatable

floor, this is pressure tested for 30 min.
Approx. size of rack system
n Release unit, membrane and knife is tested
A B C D Pack type
n Inflation systems and high pressure hoses are
25 DKFS 1464 840 1888 690 A tested and re-mounted
25 DKFS 1420 840 1774 690 B Liferaft is subjected to specific tests at various
35 DKF 1550 940 2000 720 A intervals acc. to international regulations.
35 DKF 1464 840 1888 690 B n Gas inflation stress test (GI) is conducted every
39 DKFS 1550 940 2000 720 A
5 years using the liferaft’s own CO2 cylinder to
inflate the liferaft
39 DKFS 1464 840 1888 690 B
n Necessary additional pressure test (NAP) at
double the working pressure rate is conducted
at 10 years end then annually thereafter
n Floor seam test (FS) is used to check the seams
below the buoyancy chambers when stressed
and is conducted at 11 years and then annually
thereafter

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Dedicated global production

Life-saving equipment is manufactured using a combination of modern
technology and craftsmanship

VIKING has an award winning workplace. Our All our production facilities follow uniform guidelines and
commitment to quality and safety and our loyal and have identical systems and procedures.
experienced employees mean that our working
atmosphere is quite exceptional. ISO 9000 standards assure a consistent and standardised
quality in accordance with specifications.
VIKING practices integrated production with joint global
planning. Particular speciality competences or special know
how are concentrated at individual production units.

Global logistics
Our logistics network acts as one
global unit with specialised systems
for handling and tracking stock and
delivery

VIKING’s logistics specialists have the necessary certifications

for optimising handling of products covered by the
Dangerous Goods Act such as lifejackets and liferafts.
We are experienced in customising logistics for customers
with centralised stock or several delivery points.

VIKING’s worldwide stock points are geared to carry the

appropriate stock for each market to ensure that our
customers benefit from optimal delivery and competitive
pricing at appropriate locations.

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VIKING global network

Global headquarters VIKING LIFE-SAVING EQUIPMENT Sweden AB
Strömfallsvägen 53 Asia
135 49 Tyresö, Stockholm
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