Ikaros Linethrower
For use as pilot line for cables and ropes in rescue operations at sea. Use between ships, from shore to ship or ship to shore, or for rescuing personnel.

Design and function
A robust construction consisting of a waterproof plastic container, incorporating an integral handle and trigger mechanism, with a solid fuel rocket and 300 m of line.

The Pains Wessex Speedline 250 is a self-contained line throwing unit for ship to ship or ship to shore rescue. It consists of

• the rocket,
• striker
• a weatherproof plastic casing with end caps; incorporating the handle and trigger assembly and housing
• and 275m of ready flaked line.