Revere Coastal Elite Life Raft Cradle - 45-OE4CRAD
Houses Coastal Elite rafts 4-8 person capacity and Offshore Elite rafts 4 person capacity. Powder coated aluminum cradle assembly includes strapping and hydrostatic release unit. Does not include life raft container or mounting hardware.
Dimensions and Weight
- 21.5" x 14" x 5.5" (546 x 356 x 140mm)
- 6.75 lbs (3)
What our Experts Think
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Purpose‑Built Marine Cradle & HRU Kit – The Revere Coastal Elite Life Raft Cradle – 45‑OE4CRAD is a heavy‑duty powder‑coated aluminum cradle assembly designed to securely mount and store compatible Revere Coastal Elite (4–8 P) and Offshore Elite (4 P) life rafts on deck. It includes ratchet strapping and a hydrostatic release unit (HRU) for automatic deployment, ensuring the raft will release appropriately in an emergency.
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Optimized for Rapid Deployment – Integrated HRU adds a significant safety advantage by automatically releasing the raft from its cradle if the vessel is submerged or in distress — a key requirement for meeting or exceeding standard marine safety practices.
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Lightweight Yet Rugged Construction – Built with corrosion‑resistant powder‑coated aluminum, the cradle offers strength without excess weight (~6.75 lb), and its compact footprint (≈21.5″ × 14″ × 5.5″) fits efficiently on most boating layouts.
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Universal Fit for Elite Rafts – Compatible with the full range of Coastal Elite life rafts (4‑, 6‑, and 8‑person) and the Offshore Elite 4‑person model, eliminating the need for multiple specialized cradles.
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Professional‑Grade Safety Upgrade – Adding this cradle not only organizes stowage but also ensures readiness and compliance with safer launch expectations, which customers and regulatory bodies often consider essential on larger offshore and coastal vessels.
Q&A
Q1: What is this product?
A1: A life raft cradle and hydrostatic release assembly designed to securely mount and store specific Revere life rafts on your boat.
Q2: Which life rafts does it fit?
A2: Compatible with Revere Coastal Elite life rafts (4‑8 person) and Revere Offshore Elite 4‑person rafts.
Q3: What’s included with this cradle?
A3: Includes a white powder‑coated aluminum cradle, integrated strapping, and a Hammar hydrostatic release unit; mounting hardware is not included.
Q4: Why use a cradle and hydrostatic release?
A4: It secures the raft on deck and allows the hydrostatic release to automatically deploy the raft if submerged, improving vessel safety.
Q5: What are the key dimensions and weight?
A5: Approx. 21.5″ × 14″ × 5.5″ (546 × 356 × 140 mm) and around 6.75 lbs packed.
Q6: What material is it made from?
A6: Durable white powder‑coated aluminum that resists corrosion in marine environments.
Q7: How does this improve boat safety & storage?
A7: Keeps your life raft neatly stowed and ready for rapid deployment, helping you meet safety preparedness standards.
Maintenance Tips
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Secure Mounting – Install the cradle on a sturdy, flat deck surface using appropriate marine‑grade fasteners so the life raft is held firmly in place until deployment.
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Check Straps & Hardware – Regularly inspect cradle straps, buckles, and mounting hardware for wear, corrosion or looseness; tighten or replace as needed.
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Hydrostatic Release Unit (HRU) Inspection – Verify the HRU is properly installed, undamaged, and within service dates so it will release the raft automatically if the vessel sinks.
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Clean & Corrosion Protection – Wash salt residue off the powder‑coated aluminum and HRU connections with fresh water after saltwater exposure to slow corrosion.
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Visual Monthly Checks – Look for dents, cracks, stress marks or deformation in the cradle frame and straps during routine boat safety checks.
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Verify Clearance – Ensure nothing obstructs the cradle or HRU path so the raft can release and deploy cleanly in an emergency.
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Follow Service Intervals – Include cradle and HRU checks during regular life raft servicing or repack intervals to maintain readiness and compliance
