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Kent Youth Type II Life Jacket 50-90 lbs
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SKU: 102000-200-002-043311042505
Overview
This youth personal flotation device is intended for basic on-board safety and compliance, with a fit designed for children weighing 50–90 lbs. It provides minimum buoyancy and is made to turn an unconscious wearer face up in still water. As a Type II U.S. Coast Guard Approved life jacket, it offers a less bulky and more affordable option than a Type I offshore jacket, making it suited to general boating use where simple, required flotation is the priority.
Why Hunters Choose the Onyx
U.s. Coast
Guard Approved Type II PFD
Children Weighing
50–90 pounds
Minimum 15.5
Pounds of buoyancy
Made Turn
Unconscious wearers face up in
Less Bulky
Than a Type I offshore
Key Features
- U.S. Coast Guard Approved Type II life jacket / personal flotation device.
- Designed to turn unconscious wearers face up in still water.
- Provides minimum 15.5 lbs. of buoyancy.
- Youth size fits children 50-90 lbs.
- Less bulky and more affordable than a Type I offshore life jacket.
- Orange youth life jacket for basic flotation and onboard compliance.
Best Used For
- Youth boating trips where a USCG-approved Type II PFD is needed for compliance
- Children weighing 50-90 lbs who need basic flotation on board
- Families wanting a less bulky life jacket for casual inshore boating
- Boaters needing a youth-sized vest designed to turn unconscious wearers face up
- Budget-minded buyers seeking an affordable flotation option for occasional use
Specifications
| Bulk | Less bulky than a Type I offshore life jacket |
|---|---|
| Buoyancy | Minimum 15.5 lbs |
| Color | Orange |
| Compliance Use | Great to have on board for compliance |
| Price Comparison | More affordable than a Type I offshore life jacket |
| Size | Youth 50-90 lbs |
| Still Water Use | Yes |
| Turns Unconscious Wearers Face Up | Yes |
| Type | Type II Life Jacket / Personal Flotation Device (PFD) |
| Us Coast Guard Approved | Yes |
| Weight Range | 50-90 lbs |
Pros
- U.S. Coast Guard Approved Type II PFD for youth boating use.
- Designed for children weighing 50–90 pounds.
- Provides minimum 15.5 pounds of buoyancy.
- Made to turn unconscious wearers face up in still water.
- Less bulky than a Type I offshore life jacket.
- Orange color improves visibility on board and in the water.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Type II flotation is designed for minimum buoyancy, so it is not the same as a higher-buoyancy offshore option like a Type I jacket.
- The face-up turning feature is described for unconscious wearers in still water, so it should not be treated as a universal solution for all water conditions.
- Youth sizing is limited to children 50-90 lbs., so fit must be checked carefully before use.
- The basic, compliance-focused design is less bulky and more affordable, but it is also more utilitarian than a feature-rich recreational PFD.
Suggested Comparisons
- Type I offshore life jacket
- Type III flotation aid
- Child-sized Type I life jacket
- Youth personal flotation device (PFD)
Suggested Accessories
- Whistle
- Throw rope
- Boat safety light
- Dry bag
Frequently Asked Questions
What size child does this life jacket fit?
It is a youth size designed to fit children 50-90 lbs.
What type of PFD is this?
This is a U.S. Coast Guard Approved Type II Life Jacket / Personal Flotation Device (PFD).
What level of buoyancy does it provide?
The product lists a minimum of 15.5 lbs of buoyancy.
Will it turn an unconscious wearer face up?
Yes. The product states it is designed to turn most unconscious wearers face up, and specifically notes it is made to turn an unconscious person face up in still water.
Is this intended for compliance on board?
Yes. The description says it is a great item to have on board for compliance.