Free Fall Lifeboats
Vanguard Free Fall Lifeboats are designed and built to SOLAS 86 regulations & in full accordance to stringent international maritime quality standards.
Escaping an emergency situation needs to be fast, but more importantly safe. With Vanguard Free Fall Lifeboats, one can be sure of safety and speed.

Vanguard Free Fall Lifeboats are approved by:-
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Ramp launched, this highly durable aft boarded lifeboat is designed to evacuate mariners, safely & efficiently from vessels or offshore platforms. Fitted with the ‘SH’ series of free fall hook release systems, which has been carefully designed to operate in the toughest of conditions.
Critical spares and expert maintenance is also available via Vanguard’s extensive global network of service agents, which cover major ports around the world.
Vanguard Free Fall Lifeboats come in tanker and dry cargo versions.

Dry Cargo Version
|
Model |
Dimension (m) |
Capacity (men) |
Freefall Height (m) |
Ramp Length (m) |
Unloaded (kg) |
Loaded (kg) |
|
VG6.8FC |
6.80 X 2.75 X 3.10 |
32 |
16 |
6.30 |
3,530 |
6,170 |
Tanker Version
|
Model |
Dimension (m) |
Capacity (men) |
Freefall Height (m) |
Ramp Length (m) |
Unloaded (kg) |
Loaded (kg) |
|
VG6.8FF |
6.80 X 2.75 X 3.10 |
32 |
16 |
6.30 |
3,840 |
6,480 |
For more information, please email us at custserv@vanguardlifeboat.com
Note: The above specifications are for reference purposes only. Exact specifications will be provided upon request for quotations. Vanguard reserves the right to modify its design and specifications without incurring any obligation because this product is subject to continuous improvement.
Commissioning of a Vanguard Free Fall Lifeboat...









