Life Preserver for U.S. Marine Transport & Amphibious Assault Vehicles
Helicopter Egress System for Passengers.
The LPU-41/P is a U.S. Marine Corp (USMC), yoke-style, helicopter passenger transport life preserver. It is designed to be compatible with varying gear and capable of floating a fully combat loaded marine. The LPU-41/P HESP was also selected by the USMC for use on Assault Amphibious Vehicles (AAV) to enhance waterborne egress and flotation capabilities, providing soldiers protection against the threat of a rapidly sinking AAV.
Features
Two independent high-visibility yellow flotation chambers
Two oral tubes for inflation
Beaded handle manual inflators
Includes a survival items pouch and an Emergency Air Supply (EAS) Holster
Nylon adjustment belt and side release buckle
Front Zipper closure
Compatible with modular tactical vests (MTV) and Outer Tactical vests (OTV)
Replacement covers are available
Specifications
NSN:
4220-01-562-5490
P/N
S-2531-1
Cover P/N:
S-2532-101
Bladder P/N:
S-2533-101
Buoyancy:
65 lbs
Inflation System:
Two manual inflators and two 33 gram CO2 1/2" cylinders
Weight:
Less than 3 lbs
Cover Fabric:
FR Nomex
Cover P/N:
S-2532-101
Color:
Tan Cover, Pouch and EAS Holster with Brown Webbings
