Britax Diplomat Convertible Car Seat Huntington
by Britax USA
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Product Summary
Manufacturer: Britax USABrand: Britax USA
Model: E9L66J3
Color: Huntington
Product features:
- 5 point harness with patented Floating HUGS system and True Side Impact Protection
- Built-in lock-off clips, Versa-Tether & Safe Guard LATCH Connectors
- EPS and Comfort Foam for safety and comfort
- Quick adjust headrest and recline
- Rear facing: 5 to 35 pounds. Forward facing: At least 1 year old and 20 to 40 pounds
- Britax Diplomat Convertible Car Seat Cover Set, Cowmooflage
- Britax Diplomat Convertible Car Seat Cover Set, Huntington
- Britax Diplomat Convertible Car Seat Cover Set, Onyx
- Britax Diplomat Convertible Car Seat Cover Set, Taylor
Description of Britax Diplomat Convertible Car Seat Huntington
The Diplomat is a compact convertible child seat ideal for use with smaller vehicles. The Diplomat features True Side Impact Protection with deep side walls and head support to provide advanced protection in side impact collisions. The quick-adjust headrest and harness re-positions effortlessly without having to uninstall the seat. Compact cars can still safety hold a baby with the Diplomat convertible car seat. Features: True Side Impact Protection:distributes crash forces, shields from vehicle intrusion, contains the head and body, and minimizes side to side head movement Quick-adjust headrest and harness re-positions head restraint and harness height effortlessly without having to rethread the straps Compact size ideal for rear facing in vehicles with limited rear seat space Ideal for compact cars Comfort foam and EPS protective foam Belt holders keep belts aside for boarding 5-point harness with belly pad Push button, one-pull front harness adjustment Easy one-hand recline handle Flexible buckle latch system Removable, washable fabric cover Sculpted base for a perfect fit Push button release LATCH system Versa-Tether is an additional anchor aid, providing the most security in both forward and rear facing installations; it utilizes factory installed automobile car seat upper anchor points, and anchors the top of the car seat, minimizing the possibility of a head injury Adheres to the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 213 Approved for aircraft use Rear-facing for children 5 to 35 pounds Forward-facing for children at least 1 years old and 20 to 40 pounds Available separately in other colors Specifications: Product Dimensions (in) : 19W x 25H x 23.5D Seating Compartment Height (in) : 21 Seat Area Depth,Width (in) : 9 , 11 Shoulder Width (in) : 12.5 Harness Slot Heights (in) : 10.5 to 15 Buckle Strap Depth (in) : 6.75Specially designed for use in smaller vehicles, the Diplomat from Britax is a compact, convertible car seat that's comfortable for baby on long drives, easy for parents to work with and--most importantly!--safe. It fits children weighing five to 35 pounds in rear facing and one year and up to 40 pounds in forward facing, with both positions able to accommodate a standing height of up to 40 inches.
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 The HUGS system exceeds US safety standards. (Huntington color shown.) View larger. |
Proper positioning helps keep your child secure in the car, and that's why the Diplomat is chock full of features that ensure your child is seated and strapped in at the safest angle. An easy-turn knob quickly adjusts headrest and harness height without requiring you to uninstall the seat, while the tangle-free, five-point harness ensures a snug and secure fit at multiple heights. There's also a rear-and forward-facing recline option and soft body pillow for child comfort and proper positioning. Convenient belt holders keep the harness to the side so you can comfortably place child in the seat, and premium push-button LATCH connectors provide a quick, simple and tight installation. Finally, built-in lock-off clips tightly secure the vehicle seat belt without the need for additional parts you could misplace.
True Side Impact ProtectionTM and Versa-Tether for Peace of Mind
The Companion also gives you additional peace of mind by featuring engineered True Side Impact ProtectionTM. Deep side walls and head support provide advanced shock-absorption and cushioning in side impact collisions, helping to reduce the risk of injury. Additionally, EPS (Expanded Polystyrene) impact foam lining around the baby's head and torso absorbs energy in side and rear impacts, cradles baby's head to keep it away from protruding parts, cushions violent side to side movements, and creates a comfortable resting spot. Secondly, the rear- and forward-facing recline allows the patented Versa-Tether, an energy management top tether, to anchor the top of seat to the vehicle in the event of impact, thereby reducing movement. Specifically, the Versa-Tether fastens the top of the car seat to factory installed automobile anchor points, minimizing the possibility of a head injury. This system also allows for rear-facing tethering to help keep the seat consistently stable.
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When it comes to safety, the Diplomat truly delivers. First, the patented floating HUGS (Harness Ultra Guard) system exceeds U.S. safety standards by reducing forward head movement as it gently cushions the neck and chest with soft padding--a feature that's particularly important both in the case of an accident and during nap time. In addition, this system better distributes the webbing loads, reducing head movement and minimizing harness irritation on baby's neck in case of an impact. HUGS also reduces the chance of improperly positioning the chest clip.
Lightweight at 15 pounds, and measuring 19 x 25 x 23.5 inches (WxHxD), the Britax is also certified for air travel. The Diplomat comes with a 1-year limited warranty.
The Diplomat is also available in the following colors: Taylor and Onyx.
Baby Products Reviews of Britax Diplomat Convertible Car Seat Huntington
Customer Review: Expensive, but worth it
Summary: 5 Stars
I was hesitant to spend so much money on a car seat when there are so many cheaper options out there. I did a lot of research before deciding to purchase this particular brand and model. My reasons for buying were the ratings (both safety and user ratings), and the design of the car seat.
I chose this particular model because the Diplomat is specifically designed to fit in cars that have smaller back seats without compromising the safety of your child. I have a 2006 Subaru Impreza and this seat is a perfect fit - we had trouble with some other seats where we really had to move the front seat forward and incline it forward in order to make room for the car seat, which makes it impractial to use the front passenger seat for another person.
Anywhere you look the ratings for the Britax seats are always 4-5 stars, for both the safety and the usage. I found this seat incredibly easy to install and had it in the car in a matter of minutes. I prefer to use the seat belt system rather than the latch, and most other car seats when you want to use the seat belt system you also have to use a locking clip to hold the belt in place which I find very difficult to use correctly. The Diplomat has 2 locking clips built into the car seat on each side and they are very easy to use.
Two other features that I love on this car seat are the extended head-rest pads on the side and the knobs on the sides that let you adjust the straps. The head-rest pads extend much further out on the side than any other car seat I've seen providing extra safety and more support for when your little one falls asleep and their head tilts to the side. The knobs that let you adjust the straps are conveniently located on the side of the car seat and not the back, so you can easily adjust the straps without having to take the car seat out of the car.
We purchased a Britax Roundabout first and while it's an excellent car seat and very similar I like the Diplomat better. It has those few 'extras' like the removable pads, extended head-rest, and strap-adjusting knobs that make it worth-while.
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