Onyx M-16 Manual Belt Pack IPFD Grey

The Onyx M-16 Manual Belt Pack IPFD Grey is a manual-inflation personal flotation device engineered for rapid deployment in water rescue, maritime operations, and high-risk water proximity scenarios. Unlike fixed-volume life jackets, this belt pack remains unobtrusive during normal duty—weighing less than 1 pound—and activates only when the wearer pulls the inflation handle. The 16-gram CO2 charge delivers 17 pounds of immediate buoyancy, with backup oral inflation capability bringing total buoyancy to 26.5 pounds if additional flotation is required.

Specifications translate directly to field performance. The minimal 0.9-pound weight means operators experience negligible load burden during extended patrol or water-based operations, reducing fatigue on long missions. The compact footprint—8 x 3.5 x 12 inches—integrates seamlessly into load-bearing vests, tactical belts, or daypack configurations without adding bulk or silhouette. The durable fabric construction resists tears and puncture damage, a critical consideration in saltwater environments, rocky shorelines, and rough extraction scenarios. The manual pull mechanism requires no battery, electronics, or maintenance beyond periodic CO2 cartridge inspection.

This device is purpose-built for law enforcement dive teams, military water operations personnel, SAR technicians, and maritime security professionals who operate near water but cannot sacrifice mobility and equipment accessibility. Coastal patrol, riverine insertions, combat swimmer operations, and overwater helicopter insertions all benefit from low-profile flotation that remains invisible until activation. The backup oral inflation adds a redundancy layer—essential for operations where CO2 deployment might fail or insufficient buoyancy is initially provided.

Manual-inflation PFDs like the Onyx M-16 have become standard across tactical water operations because they preserve operational freedom and tactical profile while meeting Coast Guard and international flotation standards. Grey colorway suits both maritime and land-based tactical environments, minimizing visibility if water entry is unplanned.