Your cart is empty
McMurdo FastFind Ranger PLB
£292.80£264.00
(Inc. VAT)
£244.00 £220.00 (Ex. VAT)
£244.00 £220.00 (Ex. VAT)
The McMurdo Fast Find Ranger PLB is a water resistant lifesaving distress beacon with impact resistant rugged casing, designed especially for outdoor enthusiasts and adventurers. It can quickly and accurately relay your position via satellite to Search and Rescue services during an emergency.
Please note: device expires 2030. Can be programmed anywhere. Contact us before shipping if you need programming for any other country except the UK.
The McMurdo Fast Find Ranger PLB is a rugged, handheld, waterproof (non-buoyant) GPS-enabled rescue beacon small enough to fit easily in a backpack or pocket. When activated, its built-in GPS fixes your position to within a few meters and transmits a powerful 406 MHz distress signal to orbiting satellites.
Designed for adventurers, sailors, and remote workers, the Fast Find Ranger delivers reliable global emergency communication with no subscription fees. Compact, dependable, and proven in extreme conditions, it ensures help can always be reached when you need it most.
How the Fast Find Ranger Works
- 1 Deploy the antenna, remove the anti-tamper seal, and press ON to manually activate the beacon.
- 2 The built-in GPS quickly determines your exact position to within a few meters.
- 3 A unique registered 406 MHz distress signal is sent to orbiting satellites and relayed directly to Search and Rescue authorities.
- 4 A 121.5 MHz homing signal guides rescue teams precisely to your location once deployed.
Key Features
Subscription-Free
No monthly or annual fees. Distress calls are sent directly to Search and Rescue authorities, not via commercial call centres.
Simple Activation
Deploy the antenna, pull the anti-tamper seal, and press ON for simple and reliable manual operation.
GPS Accuracy
Integrated GPS provides a precise location fix within meters to ensure rapid detection by satellites.
SOS Light
Flashing SOS LED helps attract attention in low visibility conditions, including night-time rescues.
Long Battery Life
Minimum 24 hours of continuous transmission with 6-year battery storage life and self-test capability.
Durable Design
Proven performance in extreme temperatures, weather, and terrain for total peace of mind in remote areas.
Signal Transmission
- 406 MHz: Transmits your distress signal to the Cospas-Sarsat satellite network.
- GPS: Determines your location to within a few meters for accurate relay to rescue teams.
- 121.5 MHz Homing: Assists search teams in locating you precisely once deployed.
Typically, a signal fix is achieved within 5 minutes, though it can take up to 45 minutes in areas with limited satellite visibility.
Programming & Re-configuration
All PLBs sold by GTC are pre-programmed with the UK country code. However, to have your PLB configured for another country, contact GTC before shipping.
Registration
Registration is legally required in most countries. Registering links your PLB’s HEX ID with your personal and emergency contact information, allowing Search and Rescue teams to verify your identity and respond faster.
Register your PLB at the Cospas-Sarsat International Beacon Registration Database or directly with the UK Maritime & Coastguard Agency.
Usage & Safety Notices
This PLB should only be used in situations of grave and imminent danger to life. False alerts endanger lives and waste valuable Search & Rescue resources. PLBs will not function underwater — use an appropriate canister if submerging beyond the specified depth.
