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Reddit mentions of ACR Satellite 3 406 Cat II EPIRB
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We found 1 Reddit mentions of ACR Satellite 3 406 Cat II EPIRB. Here are the top ones.
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- 406 MHz Satellite Search and Rescue transmitter. Notifies authorities instantly if you are in a distress situation anywhere in the world
- 121.5 MHz Homing Beacon transmitter allows nearby rescuers to home in on your position
- Includes Category II manual release bracket. Unit easily slips out of bracket for manual deployment. EPIRB will automatically turn on when it comes into contact with water
- Cost-effective peace of mind without the expense of a built-in GPS. Rescuers generally obtain a fix on your position within an hour with an accuracy of about two miles
- Five-year, non-hazmat battery. Unit will operate for at least 48 hours when deployed, even after five years with monthly self-test
Features:
Specs:
| Height | 6 Inches |
| Length | 5 Inches |
| Weight | 3 Pounds |
| Width | 15 Inches |
FYI, you can buy these for a couple hundred dollars (give or take, depending on the features) from any marine/boating store and even on Amazon.com. Pretty much any boat that travels a fair distance from shore will carry one, as do some aircraft that fly in remote areas (like Alaska).