Mustang Survival HIT Inflatable Automatic PFD, USCG Type II, Gray/Black

The Mustang Survival HIT Inflatable Automatic PFD (MD318302-262) is a Coast Guard-approved life vest built around Mustang's Hydrostatic Inflator Technology (HIT), which triggers inflation automatically upon water immersion rather than through moisture, rain, or humidity alone. Designed for serious boaters who want reliable safety with minimal inflator maintenance, this Gray/Black PFD provides 35 lbs (150 N) of buoyancy when inflated, meeting USCG Type II requirements and Transport Canada TP14475 approval.

The inflation cell is bright fluorescent yellow-green with SOLAS reflective tape, plus a safety whistle and a strobe light attachment point, so a wearer is easier to locate in a rescue scenario. The outer shell uses a lightweight fabric also used in the body armor industry, finished with reflective accents for added visibility. A Neoprene Comfort Collar improves comfort and durability against the neck, and a zippered pocket holds a phone, keys, or a license. Outer construction uses 420-Denier Nylon with a Polyurethane coating for resistance to tears and abrasion.

Sizing is universal, fitting chest sizes from 30 inches to 52 inches, for users 80 lbs and up. When the PFD deploys, it requires the MA7214 rearm kit to reset for reuse.

Specifications

• Brand: Mustang Survival
• Manufacturer Part Number: MD318302-262
• Color: Gray/Black
• Style: Inflatable Life Vest
• Buoyancy: 35 pounds (150 N) when inflated
• USCG Approval: Type II
• Transport Canada Approval: TP14475
• Inflation Type: Hydrostatic Inflator Technology (HIT), automatic
• Size: Universal, fits chest sizes 30 inches to 52 inches
• Minimum User Weight: 80 pounds
• Rearm Kit: MA7214
• Outer Shell Material: 420-Denier Nylon with Polyurethane coating
• Collar: Neoprene Comfort Collar
• Pocket: Zippered pocket for phone, keys, or license
• UPC: 062533984868

Frequently Asked Questions

What buoyancy does the Mustang HIT Inflatable Automatic PFD provide? The Mustang HIT Inflatable Automatic PFD (MD318302-262) provides 35 pounds (150 N) of buoyancy once inflated.

Does this PFD inflate automatically? Yes, the MD318302-262 uses Mustang's Hydrostatic Inflator Technology (HIT), which inflates automatically upon immersion in water rather than reacting to rain, spray, or humidity.

Is the Mustang HIT PFD Coast Guard approved? The Mustang HIT Inflatable Automatic PFD is USCG approved as a Type II personal flotation device.

Is this PFD approved in Canada as well? Transport Canada approval TP14475 applies to the Mustang HIT Inflatable Automatic PFD, MD318302-262.

What chest sizes does the Mustang HIT PFD fit? Sizing is universal on the MD318302-262, fitting chest sizes from 30 inches to 52 inches.

What is the minimum user weight for this PFD? Users must weigh 80 pounds or more to use the Mustang HIT Inflatable Automatic PFD.

What rearm kit does the Mustang HIT PFD need after it inflates? After deployment, the MD318302-262 is reset using the MA7214 rearm kit.

What is the outer shell of this PFD made from? The outer shell of the Mustang HIT Inflatable Automatic PFD is 420-Denier Nylon with a Polyurethane coating, a lightweight fabric also used in the body armor industry.

Does the Mustang HIT PFD have storage for personal items? A zippered pocket on the MD318302-262 holds a phone, keys, or a license.

How does the Mustang HIT PFD compare to the Mustang Elite Inflatable PFD? The Mustang HIT Inflatable Automatic PFD (MD318302-262) is rated USCG Type II with 35 lbs of buoyancy and a universal fit for chest sizes 30 to 52 inches, while the Mustang Elite Automatic Inflatable Life Vest is rated Type V/Type III with 28 lbs of buoyancy and a 3D chassis built for mobility at high speed.

What safety features help rescuers locate a wearer of this PFD? The MD318302-262 includes a bright fluorescent yellow-green inflation cell, SOLAS reflective tape, a safety whistle, and a strobe light attachment point.