Marine Fire Extinguishers

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  • We offer standard and expedited shipping options. Standard shipping takes 5-7 business days, while expedited shipping is 1-3 days.

    For expedited shipping call (208) 541-7700.

  • You can return purchases but only with written permission from Pro Fire and Safety within 30 days of delivery. For more information, refer to the Return Policy.


  • We currently ship throughout the lower 48 states, in the US. If you're located outside this area, please reach out. We’d love to see how we can assist you.

According to the USCG, all recreational boats with permanently installed fuel tanks, or spaces capable of trapping fumes, must have fire extinguishers readily available. This includes:

  • Closed compartments under thwarts and seats where portable fuel tanks may be stored
  • Double bottoms not sealed to the hull or not completely filled with flotation materials
  • Closed living spaces
  • Closed stowage compartments containing combustible or flammable materials

The number of extinguishers required depends on your vessel's length and whether a fixed suppression system is installed.

Boat Length No Fixed System Installed (# of 5-B extinguishers needed*) Fixed System Installed (# of 5-B extinguishers needed)
Under 16 feet10
16 ft – under 26 ft10
26 ft – under 40 ft21
40 ft – under 65 ft32
*One 20-B extinguisher may be swapped for two 5-B extinguishers. A 10-B extinguisher is effectively a 5-B extinguisher according to USCG guidelines.

For more information about specific requirements by the USCG, please refer to the Code of Federal Regulations - Subpart 162.028.