Midget-500 MKII

Inflatable Life Raft (SOLAS-A) · Life Rafts

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Persons capacity per SOLAS certificationCapacity

Crew EvacuationMedium

The Viking Midget‑500 MKII is a compact SOLAS‑A inflatable life raft for up to five persons, equipped with an integrated hydrostatic release unit (HRU) and CO₂ inflation system for rapid autonomous deployment.

Specifications

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Length over all5.10m

Breadth over all2.07m

Height over all1.90m

Length on fender5.02m

Manufacturer documentation

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“Midget-500 MKII Slings and Saddle, Rescue Boat Technical Data: Length on fender: Length over all: Breadth over all: Height over all: Hook height above keel: Weight w/fuel and loose equipment: Davit…”

Applications

rescue operations

Features

propeller guard
handhold

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Source: VIKING Life-Saving Equipment Norway Midget-500 MKII datasheet, p. 1

Service

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Annual servicing at an approved service station is MANDATORY (SOLAS/MSC.1/Circ.1328). HRU replacement at the manufacturer's interval (typically 2 years). Liferaft replacement/recertification every 5 years.

Inspection

Common failures & inspection points

Hydrostatic release unit past its expiry date — critical safety defect
CO2 cylinder has lost pressure through corrosion or age
Fabric degraded by ultraviolet exposure on deck
Painter line corroded or jammed
Survival pack time-expired (pyrotechnics, water, rations)

Spares

Replacement Parts

Spare parts notes

VIKING Life-Saving Equipment Norway AS: Servicing ONLY at an approved service station. Keep an HRU on board. Annual service mandatory.

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