Label says "Ansul". I think "best" here is not considering the likely use for the average person. Since I don't expect to be a frequent user of mine, I don't see where being "cartridge operated" offers any advantage.
If you are building the ultimate expdidition rig, why not put the best extinguisher made on it. Is it overkill. Yes, but most of us believe in overkill.
Do I have one in my truck? I would if I could, but I settled for a 2.5# AMEREX
Extinguisher that has been through 4 trucks since 1982. I get it serviced, and its still working. I have used the Ansul extinguishers at work and they are bomber. I do have a 10# Ansul in my garage.
The general advantage of the cartridge operated extinguisher is that the main tank with the dry chemical is not under pressure. Most extinguishers fail due to a slow leak in the valve. The vibrations of heavy off road use can cause additional stress on the valves under pressure. The use of a pressurized cartrige solves this problem. Another advantage is that the extinguisher can be serviced without special equipment if use. Open the top, add dry chemical, install a new cartridge and its good to go.
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