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TeamO Marine PFD 275N BackTow™ Ocean Inflatable PFD - Black
TeamO Marine PFD 275N BackTow™ Ocean Inflatable PFD - Black
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Marine PFDs with BackTow Technology: The ideal gift for any boater or sailor, TeamO Marine PFDs are meticulously crafted in the UK with a focus on safety.
Key Features:
- Inflatable PFD Harness: Suitable for both inshore and offshore sailing.
- Buoyancy: Provides 275N (61.8 lbs) when inflated.
- Integrated Deck Safety Harness: Ensures secure attachment.
- Whistle: Included for emergency situations.
- SOLAS-Approved Light: Water-activated with a 5-year warranty, offering 8 hours of continuous operation.
- Attachment Point: Soft loop for easy clipping on.
- Double Adjusters: Located on the back for enhanced comfort.
- Sprayhood: Fully integrated to protect against water.
BackTow™ Technology: The only inflatable PFD harness equipped with patented BackTow™ technology, specifically designed for man-overboard (MOB) scenarios. When the wearer remains tethered to the vessel after inflation, they can pull the BackTow™ handle to position themselves face-up for safe towing. This technology minimizes injury risks by providing a strong recovery point, allowing even smaller crew members to assist in recovery using a winch.
TeamO BackTow™ Video
TeamO BackTow™ technology demonstration. Click to watch on YouTube.
Patent number: 2782646
Automatic Firing Head: The ProSensor Elite Inflation System works by using a water-activated mechanism. A compressed paper capsule dissolves when wet, releasing a spring that fires the CO2 cylinder to inflate the PFD. The design prevents accidental inflation due to spray or rain.
Size: Suitable for adult chest sizes 68cm-144cm.
Certifications and Approvals: TeamO inflatable PFDs are ISO12402-3 approved but do not have Transport Canada or US Coast Guard approval. Check local laws for requirements. Transport Canada requires a lifejacket or PFD for each person on a watercraft.
If you’re concerned with ISO12402-3 approval, visit the ISO standards page here. For other questions, review our FAQ or contact us.
Standards & Certification
| Buoyancy (inflated) | 275 N (61.8 lb) |
|---|---|
| Certification | ISO 12402-2 (275N offshore standard) with integrated ISO 12401 deck safety harness |
| BackTow™ | Patented moveable harness point - if you go overboard while tethered, BackTow rotates you to be towed on your back, face clear of the water |
| Made in | United Kingdom - stocked and shipped from our US warehouse, duty and tariffs already paid |
| Re-arming | Re-arming kits for ProSensor, UML Mk5i, and Hammar heads are available in our store - re-arm after any inflation and inspect annually |
| US approval note | TeamO lifejackets are ISO-certified and have not been submitted for USCG type approval. US-flagged boats must still carry USCG-approved PFDs for each person aboard; many offshore sailors wear a TeamO for its MOB performance while meeting carriage rules with onboard jackets. |
Before you buy
- BackTow is designed for a tethered sailor overboard scenario, where the harness point can rotate the wearer into a safer face-up towing position.
- TeamO lifejackets are ISO-certified and have not been submitted for USCG type approval. U.S. boats should still carry USCG-approved PFDs as required.
- Use the 275N ProSensor Elite 60g re-arming kit for compatible Ocean 275N models.
- For offshore use, check fit over your foul-weather gear and inspect the firing head annually.
