Horseshoe Lifebuoy NZ — CAT1 Offshore | 142N | Hi-Viz

When someone goes overboard, a horseshoe lifebuoy is thrown immediately — it’s one of the fastest ways to get buoyancy to a person in the water. This foam-filled horseshoe lifebuoy delivers 142N of buoyancy, is built to withstand UV exposure and saltwater immersion, and meets CAT1 offshore requirements for recreational vessels heading beyond NZ coastal waters.

A required item on CAT1-compliant offshore yachts heading to the Pacific Islands. Available in gold or red. Available ex-stock Auckland.

Specifications:

• Buoyancy: 142N — sufficient to keep a person afloat face-up
• Fill: Closed-cell foam — permanently buoyant, no inflation required
• Colour: Hi-viz gold or red — high visibility in all sea conditions
• Construction: Waterproof, highly UV-resistant — built for permanent deck storage in NZ and Pacific conditions
• Cover: Flexible zipper cover with plastic hook fastening — secure storage, instant access
• Attachment: Built-in rope attachment points — connects to your throwing line or vessel jackstay

Compliance:

• Conforms to CAT1 offshore requirements (gold or red)
• Suitable for MNZ CAT1 offshore category compliance

Why foam-filled?
Unlike inflatable lifebuoys, a foam-filled horseshoe lifebuoy requires no activation — throw it and it floats. No CO2 cartridge, no inflation mechanism, no failure point. In a man-overboard situation in rough conditions, that reliability matters.

Pair with:

• LSP 30m Encapsulated SOLAS Throwing Line — fits inside the horseshoe for tangle-free deployment
• LSP SOLAS 50mm Retro-Reflective Tape — increases night visibility on the buoy
• LSP CAT1 Liferaft — complete your offshore safety kit

Suitable for: Offshore yachts, cruising sailboats, and recreational vessels completing CAT1 safety requirements for Pacific Island passages and offshore cruising in New Zealand.

Contact us — +64 9 275 4680 | mark@liferaftssouthpacific.co.nz