Step outside your comfort zone - in complete comfort
The AP Commando Explorer is a high quality BCD packed with features designed to maximise comfort and allow fine-tune buoyancy control. It is based on the blueprint of the original Commando - and apart from a small difference in the body shape (see below) - it is built to the same high standards in build quality, features and performance.
The Commando Explorer offers the advantages of reflex technology - the unique AP comfort-fit system which allows you to adjust the jacket fit and customise it specifically to your individual shape - with a one-time simple set-up adjustment in the height position of the waistband, shoulder buckles and the backplate length.
Buoyancy control is enhanced with 3 super-responsive dump / over-pressure valves, a choice of emergency breathing valve / inflators and the option of a positive-lock integrated weight system.
Multiple lightweight aluminium 50mm D-rings - pre-bent to stand-off for easy clip-on
1000 denier twin-bag construction - the toughest build-quality on the market
Optional quick-release integrated weight pockets
Reflex adjustment - allows you to fine-tune the fit at shoulders, waist and back
Ability to upgrade to twinset cambands
Options include:
APV200 Inflator or the Auto Air octo-inflator
Cargo Clips (standard) or Integrated Weight System
Emergency Mini-Cylinders - available in 232BAR or 300BAR DIN
Twinset camband kit (supplied in addition)
Sizing Considerations
The Commando Explorer is cut differently to the Commando. Sizing experience tells us that the Commando Explorer is usually a better fit for divers with a regular or short back - regardless of overall height. (The Commando is the best fit for a longer back). Whatever your body type - we have a Commando to fit you.
Apart from a small difference in maximum buoyancy because of this difference in shape, the Commando Explorer is identical in build quality, features spec, upgrade options and price.
Maximum Buoyancy
Small - 11.73 kg Medium - 16.02 kg Large - 17.55 kg XLarge - 19.89 kg
Twinset Upgrade Option
The supercam single webbing camband comes as standard. If you opt for the supercam twinset kit upgrade this is supplied in addition - allowing you to switch beteen single and twin cylinder setups.
Reflex comfort-fit system - anatomically contoured, fully padded and adjustable to the finest degree at shoulders, waist and back-plate
Rapid release system for either Integrated Weight pouches (optional upgrade) or our unique Cargo Clips (supplied as standard)
Unique high-traction, stabilising cylinder-cradle backplate designed to cater for different size single cylinders or twin-cylinder sets
Option to add AP twinset cambands
Choice of emergency breathing valve/inflators
Optional emergency mini-cylinder - 0.4litre 232bar DIN or 0.35litre 300bar DIN
Our unique patented stud system construction maintains the shape of the jacket and enables the tough outer bag to take the stress away from the bladder.
The stud construction also offers low profile wrap-around buoyancy and rapid gas flow around the BCD which affords the diver effortless manoeuvrability underwater unhindered by trapped air pockets.
10 x welded aluminium D rings with pre-bent, stand-off shoulder rings for easy location and attachment
The harness mounting points are on the inside face of the jacket, allowing it to inflate away from the diver, causing a minimum amount of squeeze when inflated fully. The design provides just enough squeeze so you can feel the jacket supporting you.
Foldaway dedicated SMB pouch at rear - large enough to stow an AP SMBC
Spacious side-pockets with chunky 10mm zips and easy-find zip-runners
Positively buoyant easy-find dump-pull at rear left negatively buoyant easy-find dump-pull at front right
3rd dump/over-pressure valve integrated into the inflator & hose assembly
High visibility reflective piping
Padded lumbar support
Foldaway hose runners
Unique AP twin-bag construction with bespoke Endura FX100 1000 denier coated-nylon outer bag air-tight PU welded inner bladder with lifetime warranty
Service zip allowing replacement/service of bladder and all valves
Review by Pierre L. on 16 Oct 2017review stating Rugged Explorer
Great BC with the same everlasting "bullet-proofness" that we all love about APs products. This is my third Commando, each of the older ones have been handed down and are still going strong! Two things though, the BC is on the heavy side and the integrated weight system mean less stowage space in the pockets.
Review by Roy F. on 14 Jul 2015review stating REview AP Commando Explorer BCD
First class BCD. Wish i had bought one sooner. Only used it in the pool so far. The buoyancy is much better than my old Sea Quest BCD. I can do the hover much much better. Carn't wait to try it out in open water.
Review by Marcus D. on 28 Dec 2014review stating I couldn't be happier...
I seldom write reviews but feel compelled to do so on this occasion.
Everything about my customer experience with AP was '5 star' - from my first phone inquiry through several rounds of expert advice to final purchase of my first ever AP BCD - an Explorer. Alison and the technical guys answered my questions patiently and thoroughly. ...Read MoreRead more about I seldom write reviews but feel
I ordered 2 BCDs [1 Explorer, 1 Commando] to try on at home for ‘fit’ and size. AP's attitude was superb; "don’t worry, just take your time and make sure that everything fits perfectly". This gave me the opportunity to try both BCDs with a new 5mm wetsuit that arrived after AP's delivery. Once I had made my decision Alison arranged a convenient time for courier pickup/return of the surplus BCD.
The build quality and comfort of my new Explorer feels superior to any BCD that I have tried up to this point; I can't wait to get it into the water now. Thank you Alison and everyone at AP for making this purchase such a pleasurable experience. Read LessRead less about I seldom write reviews but feel
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Step outside your comfort zone - in complete comfortThe AP Commando Explorer is a high quality BCD packed with features designed to maximise comfort and allow fine-tune buoyancy control. It
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