Do I still have to carry Flare on my boat?

Carrying the ResQFlare and Distress Flag allows U.S. boaters to replace traditional pyrotechnic flares on vessels up to 65' on the Great Lakes, within 12 miles of U.S. waters, or on waters with a passage to the sea at least two miles wide.

What is the operation time?

Operational life of +20 hours at 75 candelas.

Can its batteries be replaced easily?

Yes, the light requires two C Cell Alkaline Batteries (Not included)

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ACR ResQFlare Electronic Distress E-Flare and Flag, USCG Approved Replacement for Pyrotechnic Flares - ACR 3966

ACR ResQFlare Electronic Distress E-Flare and Flag, USCG Approved Replacement for Pyrotechnic Flares - ACR 3966

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Details

Colour
High Yellow
Shape
Round
Material
Plastic
Finish Type
Unfinished
Light Source Type
Light Emitting

⏳20+ hours runtime

🌊IP67 waterproof

💡75 cd brightness

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Description

🚨 Light up your safety game—because when seconds count, visibility wins!

COMPACT LIGHTWEIGHT DURABLE - Easy to carry and built tough for professional adventurers who demand safety without bulk.
360 HIGH VISIBILITY SOS SIGNAL - Be seen from over 6 miles with a powerful LED strobe that flashes the international Morse code for SOS.
WATERPROOF SELF RIGHTING DESIGN - Floats upright automatically—no extra flotation gear needed, ready for any water emergency.
USCG CERTIFIED DAY NIGHT DISTRESS KIT - Includes both a USCG-approved electronic flare and a distress flag, meeting all legal safety requirements.
LONG LASTING POWER WITH USER REPLACEABLE BATTERIES - Runs 3x longer than USCG minimum on just two C-cell batteries, ensuring reliability when it counts.

The ACR ResQFlare is a USCG-approved electronic distress signal combining a high-intensity 75 candela LED strobe with a certified daytime distress flag. Waterproof and self-righting, it offers 360° visibility over 6 miles and runs for over 20 hours on replaceable C-cell batteries—three times longer than required. Compact and lightweight, it’s the modern, safer alternative to traditional pyrotechnic flares, designed for professionals who prioritize reliable emergency signaling.

Specifications

ASIN	B08FBJJBQ5
Are Batteries Included	No
Battery Description	Alkaline
Beam Angle	360 Degrees
Best Sellers Rank	#233,425 in Sports, Fitness & Outdoors ( See Top 100 in Sports, Fitness & Outdoors ) #42 in Strobe & Safety Lights
Brand	acr
Bulb Shape Size	B11
Colour	High Visibility Yellow
Country of Origin	USA
Customer Reviews	4.7 out of 5 stars 675 Reviews
Enclosure Material	Plastic
Finish Type	Unfinished
Finish Types	Unfinished
Item Dimensions L x W x H	7.6L x 7W x 21H Centimeters
Item Weight	308 g
Light Source Special Features	High Intensity LED Strobe, Morse Code S-O-S Flash, Long Duration
Light Source Type	Light Emitting Diode
Manufacturer	ACR Electronics, Inc.
Manufacturer Part Number	3966
Material	Plastic
Model number	3966
Mounting Type	Floating
Number of Batteries	2 C batteries required.
Number of Lights	1
Power Source	Battery Powered
Shade Material	Plastic
Shape	Round
Specification Met	USCG 161.013, USCG 160.072
Style	compact
UPC	791659039663
Unit Count	1.0 Count
Wattage	5 Watts

Reviews

V**R

Great product!

Works as expected. Feel much safer on the water.

6.08.2025

R**O

Works well

Does what it says, seems well made, easy to use

11.01.2026

G**Z

Good quality

Perfectly as described Works well

12.05.2026

A**E

Great safety device

The ACR ResQFlare met my expectations. It is light weight and very bright.

11.12.2023

R**E

Perfect

I was tired of having to replace expired flares on the boat. This doesn’t expire and meets USCG Regs.

13.10.2024

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