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Britax Poplar S

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Convertible

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Technical specifications

Seat weight: 28 lbs

Seat width: 17"

Number of (crotch) buckle strap positions: 3

Lowest harness position: 8"

Highest harness position: 17"

Rear-facing specifications

Rear-facing weight minimum: 5 lbs

Rear-facing weight maximum: 50 lbs

Rear-facing height minimum: 18"

Rear-facing height maximum: 49"

Forward-facing specifications

Forward-facing weight minimum: 30 lbs

Forward-facing weight maximum: 65 lbs

Forward-facing height minimum: 35"

Forward-facing height maximum: 49"

Proper use notes

Crash replacement policy: Follows NHSTA Minor crash criteria

Center seat lower anchor installation: "Borrowing" of lower anchor connectors from outboard vehicle seating locations for a center lower anchor installation is not permitted.

Vehicle seat protector policy: Use of a vehicle seat protector is not permitted.

Inflatable seat belt policy: It is not permitted to install this car seat with an inflatable vehicle seat belt.

Infant insert/cushioning use: The upper body support pillow MAY be used with children who weigh between 5 and 20 lbs (2.3 - 9.1 kg) rear-facing. DO NOT use upper body support pillow with children weighing over 20 lbs (9.1 kg) rear- facing. DO NOT use upper body support pillow in a forward facing position. The provided lower infant insert MUST be used for children weighing 22 lbs (10 kg) or less in a rear-facing position. Do not use over 22 lbs (10 kg) or in a forward-facing position.

Other ways the seat can be outgrown (aside from height or weight limits): Harness straps must be below the child’s shoulders and the top of the child’s head must be at least 1" (2.5 cm) below the top of the head restraint.

Features
"fr-free" fabrics available
anti-rebound bar or panel
approved for use on aircraft
built-in lock-off(s)
built-in recline adjustment
cupholders included
extended rear facing possible
harness pads included
infant insert/padding included
machine-washable fabrics available
narrow (3-across more likely)
no-rethread harness
tumble-dry fabrics available
works well in compact vehicles