The VIKING Immersion Rescue I Suit is a Coast Guard and Solas approved survival suit built for mariners who work where cold water is a real threat. This Adult Jumbo (size 58) version comes in high-visibility orange neoprene with built-in buoyancy head support, which gives the wearer roughly 12cm of freeboard in the water. That built-in buoyancy means the suit can be used without a separate lifejacket. It's made for cargo and fishing vessel crews, navy personnel, offshore workers, and passenger ship complements who need certified cold-water immersion protection that's ready to don quickly in an emergency.
Construction is 5mm neoprene chosen for flexibility, so donning is fast even under stress. A diagonal waterproof zipper with a single slider seals the suit, and a splash flap backs it up against water intrusion. The extended zipper improves in-water performance and body positioning. Grey 50mm retro-reflective trim helps rescuers spot the wearer in low light, and the loose-attached gloves with straps keep the hands covered without restricting the zipper operation. A buddy line and a lifting becket are built in for connecting survivors together and hauling someone aboard a vessel or raft. The suit ships in its own bag, and VIKING specifies a 3-year service interval to keep it certified and ready.
Crews running offshore charters, commercial fishing boats, and blue-water passages keep these suits stowed within reach for every person aboard. Because the built-in buoyancy lets the suit work on its own, it covers the cold-water survival gap that a standard vest alone can't. Pair it with the rest of your abandon-ship kit and keep the suit on a service schedule so it performs when it matters. We carry the full lineup of immersion and dry work suits, along with life rafts and other marine safety gear to round out your vessel's emergency equipment.
| Specification |
Detail |
| Brand | VIKING |
| Model/MPN | PS20061058000 |
| SKU | CW67975 |
| Shipping Weight | 1 lb |
| Material | Neoprene, 5mm outer with built-in buoyancy head support |
| Certifications | USCG and Solas approved |
| Color | Orange (high-visibility) |
| Retro-Reflective Trim | Grey, 50mm |
| Size | Adult Jumbo (Size 58) |
| Freeboard | 12cm via built-in buoyancy head support |
| Zipper | Diagonal waterproof zipper with 1 slider, extended for in-water performance |
| Included Features | Splash flap, buddy line, lifting becket, loose attached gloves with straps, storage bag |
| Service Interval | 3 years |
| Intended Use | Cargo vessels, fishing vessels, navy, offshore personnel, passenger ships |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can the VIKING Immersion Rescue I Suit be used without a lifejacket?
Yes. The suit has built-in buoyancy head support that provides about 12cm of freeboard in the water, so it keeps the wearer's airway above the surface on its own. That built-in buoyancy is what allows it to be worn without a separate lifejacket while still meeting its certification.
What size is this VIKING immersion suit?
This variant is Adult Jumbo, listed as Size 58 in VIKING's sizing. It's the larger end of the adult range, intended to fit bigger frames or to be worn over working clothing during an emergency don.
Is the suit certified for commercial vessels?
Yes. It is both Coast Guard and Solas approved, which covers the requirements for cargo vessels, fishing vessels, navy use, offshore work, and passenger ships. Keep documentation and service records current so it stays compliant with your vessel's inspection requirements.
How often does the immersion suit need service?
VIKING specifies a 3-year service interval. Periodic servicing checks the zipper, seams, buoyancy, and reflective trim so the suit remains certified and functional. We can point you toward marine safety servicing for VIKING products to keep your gear inspection-ready.
What features help rescuers locate and recover the wearer?
The suit uses high-visibility orange neoprene with 50mm grey retro-reflective trim for low-light visibility. It also includes a lifting becket for hauling a survivor aboard a vessel or raft, and a buddy line for connecting multiple survivors together in the water.
