Aqualung Pro HD Men's BCD

AquaLung | SKU: BC1660193M

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Color: Black/Petrol

Aqualung Pro HD Men's BCD-Black/Petrol-M-

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Aqua Lung BCD sizing. Imperial in bold, metric underneath.

Height and weight

Size	Height ft/in · cm	Weight lb · kg
Rogue
S	4′7″–5′7″ 140–170	90–155 40–70
M	5′7″–6′0″ 170–182	150–210 68–95
L	5′10″–6′5″ 177–195	200–270 90–120
Axiom / Axiom i3+ Men
XS	5′0″–5′5″ 152–165	100–125 45–57
S	5′2″–5′7″ 157–170	120–155 54–70
M	5′7″–5′10″ 170–177	150–165 68–75
ML	5′10″–6′0″ 177–182	160–190 73–86
L	6′0″–6′2″ 182–188	180–210 82–95
XL	6′2″–6′5″ 188–195	195–240 88–109
2XL	6′2″–6′5″ 188–195	230–270 104–122
Axiom / Axiom i3+ Women
2XS	4′8″–5′4″ 142–162	90–125 41–57
XS / S	5′2″–5′7″ 157–170	110–145 50–66
M	5′5″–5′10″ 165–177	140–165 63–75
ML	5′10″–6′0″ 177–182	160–190 73–86
Dimension
S	5′2″–5′7″ 157–170	120–155 45–57
M	5′7″–5′10″ 170–177	150–165 54–70
ML	5′10″–6′0″ 177–182	160–190 73–86
L	6′0″–6′2″ 182–188	180–210 82–95
XL	6′2″–6′5″ 188–195	195–240 88–109
Lotus
XS / S	5′2″–5′7″ 157–170	110–145 50–58
M	5′7″–5′10″ 170–177	140–165 64–75
ML	5′10″–6′0″ 177–182	160–190 73–86
Pro HD Compact
2XS / XS	4′8″–5′5″ 142–165	90–125 41–57
SM	5′2″–5′10″ 157–177	120–165 54–70
ML / L	5′10″–6′2″ 177–188	160–210 73–95
XL / 2XL	6′2″–6′5″ 188–195	195–270 88–122
Pro HD Men
XS	5′0″–5′5″ 152–165	100–125 45–57
S	5′2″–5′7″ 157–170	120–155 54–70
M	5′7″–5′10″ 170–177	150–165 68–75
ML	5′10″–6′0″ 177–182	160–190 73–86
L	6′0″–6′2″ 182–188	180–210 82–95
XL	6′2″–6′5″ 188–195	195–240 88–109
Pro HD Women
XS	4′8″–5′4″ 142–162	90–125 41–57
S	5′2″–5′7″ 157–170	110–145 50–66
M	5′5″–5′10″ 165–177	140–165 63–75
ML	5′10″–6′0″ 177–182	160–190 73–86

Waist and over the shoulder

Size	Waist in · cm	Over the shoulder in · cm
Rogue
S	29–43 75–110	33–42 83–108
M	32–48 81–121	40–49 101–124
L	42–58 106–147	44–53 111–134
Axiom / Axiom i3+ Men
XS	30–42 76–107	33–41 84–104
S	30–42 76–107	37–45 94–114
M	33–45 84–114	40–48 102–123
ML	35–47 89–119	42–50 107–127
L	38–50 97–127	44–52 112–132
XL	41–53 104–135	46–54 117–137
2XL	44–56 112–142	46–54 117–137
Axiom / Axiom i3+ Women
2XS	26–38 66–97	32–38 81–97
XS / S	30–42 76–107	33–39 84–99
M	33–45 84–114	35–41 89–104
ML	38–50 97–127	35–41 89–104
Dimension
S	30–42 76–107	37–45 94–114
M	33–45 84–114	40–48 102–123
ML	35–47 99–119	42–50 107–127
L	38–50 97–127	44–52 112–132
XL	41–53 104–135	46–54 117–137
Lotus
XS / S	30–42 76–107	33–41 84–104
M	33–45 84–114	35–43 89–109
ML	38–50 97–127	35–43 89–109
Pro HD Compact
2XS / XS	26–43 66–109	32–44 81–112
SM	28–45 71–114	36–48 91–123
ML / L	33–50 84–127	39–51 99–130
XL / 2XL	39–56 99–142	42–54 107–137
Pro HD Men
XS	25–37 64–94	32–38 81–97
S	27–42 69–107	34–40 86–102
M	30–45 76–114	39–45 99–114
ML	32–47 81–119	41–47 104–119
L	35–50 84–127	43–49 109–125
XL	37–52 94–132	45–51 114–130
Pro HD Women
XS	26–38 66–97	32–38 81–97
S	30–42 76–107	33–39 84–99
M	33–45 84–114	35–41 89–104
ML	38–50 97–127	35–41 89–104

How Aqua Lung measures

Waist: Measuring points for waist size. Men are measured at waistline, rather than normal beltline.
Over the shoulder: Measuring points for over the shoulder length.

Source: Aqua Lung’s current size chart.

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Product Information

The Aqua Lung Pro HD Men's BCD is a jacket-style buoyancy compensator with a wrap-around bladder that spreads lift evenly around the torso for a stable, upright position at the surface. It uses the patented SureLock II mechanical weight release for single-pull ditching, a fade and abrasion resistant ResisteK shell, and a proprietary backpack with a built-in carry handle, and it is offered in six sizes from XS to XL in Black/Grey and Black/Petrol.

Who it is for

This is a BCD for recreational single-cylinder divers who want the familiar, stable feel of a jacket style with integrated weight. The wrap-around air cell keeps you floating comfortably upright while you wait at the surface or hang on a line. The adjustable waistband and chest strap help one size accommodate a wide range of diver sizes. Divers who dive frequently in salt water benefit from the ResisteK shell material, which resists fading and abrasion. Multiple pockets, D-rings, and knife attachment points make it a good fit for divers who carry lights, reels, or a camera.

Key details

Weight system: SureLock II mechanical weight release, single-pull, with large pull bobs that are easy to grip in thick gloves.
Trim: fixed pockets on the tank band add weight capacity and help balance the load behind the diver.
Backpack: proprietary design with built-in handle and a positioning strap so you can repeat your preferred cylinder height.
Storage: two-way zippered utility pockets with zipper pulls, plus a scooped octo pocket that doubles as a routing path for instruments.
Low drag: proprietary smooth, flat valves further reduce drag.

Compatibility and sizing

Six sizes are available: XS, S, M, ML, L, and XL, in Black/Grey and Black/Petrol. The adjustable waistband and chest strap fine-tune the fit. The positioning strap lets you seat the cylinder correctly at your preferred height each time you gear up.

DiveCatalog.com is an authorized Aqua Lung dealer and a real dive shop in Irvine, California since 2003. Call 888-701-4017 or start a chat if you want help choosing between sizes or confirming how the Pro HD will work with your tank and exposure suit.

⚠️ WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. For more information, visit www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

How should a scuba BCD fit?

A BCD should fit snugly enough that it does not ride up toward your ears when inflated, while still letting you breathe fully. Fasten the waist and cummerbund first, then adjust the shoulder straps so the tank sits close to your back and the shoulders cannot slide off. With the BCD fully inflated at the surface you should still be able to take a deep, comfortable breath; if it squeezes your chest, loosen it or move up a size.

How do I rinse and care for a BCD after diving?

Rinse the outside in fresh water and also flush the inside of the bladder, because salt water gets in through the inflator and dump valves. Fill the bladder roughly a third full of fresh water through the oral inflator, slosh it around, then drain it out through the inflator and each dump valve. Hang it to dry out of direct sunlight and store it partially inflated so the bladder walls do not stick together.

Should I use integrated weights or a weight belt?

Integrated weight pockets carry the lead in the BCD itself, which many divers find more comfortable and easier on the hips, while a weight belt keeps the weight independent of your BCD. Either way, you must be able to release your ditchable weight quickly with one hand, and your buddy should know how your system releases. Non-ditchable trim pockets are useful for balance but should never hold weight you might need to drop.

How do I pack a BCD for travel?

Make sure the BCD is completely dry inside and out before packing so it does not mildew in transit. Remove all weights, deflate it fully, and fold or roll it around softer items such as a wetsuit to cushion the inflator and valves. Avoid hard creases in the air cell, and unpack and air it out as soon as you arrive.

When does a BCD need to be serviced?

Follow the service interval in the manufacturer's manual, which is commonly an annual inspection alongside the rest of your life-support gear. Have the inflator, dump valves, and bladder checked any time the inflator sticks, free-flows, feels rough, or the BCD holds air poorly. Between services, confirm that it inflates and deflates properly as part of every pre-dive check.

What is the difference between a jacket-style and a back-inflate BCD?

A jacket-style BCD holds air in panels that wrap around your sides as well as your back, while a back-inflate BCD keeps the entire air cell behind you. Jacket styles tend to feel very stable and upright at the surface, and back-inflate styles keep the chest clear and are often preferred for horizontal trim underwater. Neither is objectively better, so treat it as a fit and preference decision and try both if you can.

Will my BCD fit any scuba tank?

Most recreational BCDs use an adjustable cam band sized for common single-cylinder diameters, so standard aluminum and steel tanks generally work. Re-check the band tension after the first wetting, because webbing can relax slightly and let the tank shift. If you dive doubles or unusual cylinder diameters, confirm compatibility with the manufacturer before assuming it will hold.

What sizes and colors does the Aqua Lung Pro HD Men's BCD come in?

The Pro HD Men's BCD is offered in six sizes, XS (X-Small), S (Small), M (Medium), ML (Medium Large), L (Large), and XL (X-Large), in two colorways: Black/Grey and Black/Petrol. The adjustable waistband and chest strap allow each size to cover a range of torso shapes, so divers who fall between sizes can usually fine-tune the fit once the BCD is on.

How does the SureLock II weight system work?

SureLock II is Aqua Lung's patented mechanical weight release. The integrated weight pockets lock into the BCD and release with a single pull of the SureLock II mechanical weight release. The pull bobs are oversized so they stay easy to find and grip even with thick gloves, and fixed tank band pockets increase weight capacity and help provide proper trim in the water.

Can I route my instruments and octopus on the Pro HD?

Yes. The Pro HD has a scooped octo pocket for your alternate air source, and some divers prefer to run instruments behind the left utility pocket and out through the scooped opening on top, in front of the lobe. There are also D-rings and knife attachment points, plus two-way zippered utility pockets with zipper pulls for smaller items.

Is the Pro HD a good choice for salt water?

Yes. The ResisteK shell resists fading and abrasion in salt water and chlorine. The shell uses new, technologically advanced ResisteK material that resists fading and abrasion in salt water and chlorine, and the proprietary backpack has a built-in handle that makes the BCD easy to carry when it is fully rigged. The proprietary flat valves also keep the profile smooth to reduce drag.

Review summary

5.0 113 ratings across the web

Reviewers across both sources rate this BCD at the top of the scale, and the ones who describe it point to the integrated weight system, trim weight pockets, and easy adjustability as what sets it apart. One diver who had rented the same model on a trip called it the best rental they had used and bought it outright. Fit gets good marks, including enough room to wear a drysuit underneath. It suits divers moving from rental gear to their own kit who want integrated weights and a BCD that adjusts to layers.

What reviewers like

Integrated weight system and trim weight pockets

Easy to adjust for a good fit

Roomy enough to wear over a drysuit

Matches the listed description and color

Good to know

Pockets lie flat, so sizing a safety sausage may need care

Brand	Aqua Lung
Model	Pro HD
Fit	Men's
BCD Type	Jacket, wrap-around bladder
Shell Material	ResisteK, fade and abrasion resistant
Weight System	SureLock II mechanical weight release, single pull
Trim Weight	Fixed tank band trim pockets
Backpack	Proprietary, built-in handle and positioning strap
Valves	Proprietary smooth, flat valves to reduce drag
Pockets	Two-way zippered utility pockets; scooped octo pocket
Adjustment	Adjustable waistband and chest strap
Attachment Points	D-rings and knife attachment points
Sizes	XS, S, M, ML, L, XL
Colors	Black/Grey, Black/Petrol
Cylinder Attachment	Tank band with positioning strap

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