Spinlock VITO AFS Deckvest - Offshore 170N Hammar Lifejacket with HRS

The category-defining VITO is updated for 2026. Building on several years of research into buoyancy performance, the updated VITO features a new revolutionary integrated flotation construction.

FEATURES:

• 170N buoyancy
• Striking design finish in durable rip stop fabric
• Hammar® hydrostatic automatic inflation system
• The AFS ( Advanced Flotation System) puts the buoyancy of the inflated jacket where it functions best – giving enhanced rotation, freeboard and very importantly stability in the water
• Very low profile bladder shape for increased manoeuvrability in water
• Smaller, lighter and softer than traditional 2D welded lifejackets
• Latest Deckvest 6D style button fastening
• Fitted with Harness Release System (HRS™)
• Central attachment loops, for remote steering or MOB alert devices
• PLB fitting approved
• Pylon Lifejacket Light™ fitted
• Lume-On™ lifejacket bladder illumination lights fitted
• The combined use of highly visible colours, hi-vis pink with hi-vis yellow has been proven to enhance visibility at distance in challenging conditions
• Structured fit allows easy donning with simple to adjust buckles
• Structured sprayhood to reduce the risk of secondary drowning fitted
• Fine tune adjust each time for layers of clothing
• Toggle attachment point for optional Chest Pack (DW-PCC)
• Wider 40mm leg strap with stowage
• Optional Ocean Signal AIS MOB1 available (sold separately)

Hammar® Hydrostatic Automatic Inflator

The Hammar® inflation system is activated by water pressure and will not inflate until the cap is approximately 10cm underwater.  This system is designed for use in more extreme conditions and extended offshore sailing. The benefit of the Hammar® system is that the jacket cannot accidentally inflate from being wet with rain and sea spray.

The unit has a single indicator to show if armed. Delayed inflation can be caused if full immersion of the firing head is delayed by buoyant foul weather clothing. Find out more about Inflation Systems..

Deckvest VITO is approved to the following international standards:

• CE Approved
• ISO 12402-3 Lifejacket (170N)
• ISO 12401 Deck Harness

Harness Release System

The Deckvest VITO is a 170N lifejacket with integrated Deck safety Harness.  All VITO Deckvests are built to allow them to be upgraded with the unique Spinlock Harness Release System (HRS™). This revolutionary system, evolved directly from the  development work with the Volvo Ocean Race,  is in the final stage of approval testing and will be launched early 2019. HRS™ is a unique system that ensures a simple release from a safetyline, even when fully loaded. It is easily accessible with either hand, but significantly reduces the risk of an accidental snag or release.