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Britax The Britax Diplomat convertible car seat is a smaller version of the Britax Boulevard. It offers the same general features and Side Impact Protection as the deluxe Britax Boulevard convertible seat, but with a lower max weight capacity, seat height, and seat width than the Boulevard. The Diplomat provides top notch Britax safety and comfort for your child, even in the back of a 'lil Mini Cooper. Works in rear facing position from 5 to 35 lbs Works in forward facing position from 20 to 40 lbs. BENEFITS FOR MOM AND DAD In addition to the easy to use LATCH installation system, safety belt lock-offs, and one handed recline adjustment, the Britax Diplomat has convenience features like a quick adjust harness and removable, washable fabrics. Since the Diplomat is relatively small, fit should not be an issue, no matter how small your back seat. INSTALLATION In both its forward and rear facing positions, the Britax Diplomat uses a flexible LATCH system for installation, or your vehicle's safety belts. The LATCH tethers have push-button releases for easier installs and removals, and the addition of the Britax Versa-Tether provides additional head protection for children over 30 lbs. If you prefer to install your car seat using the vehicle's safety belts, the Diplomat is equipped with built-in lock-offs to hold the belt in place once the car seat is properly positioned. The Britax Diplomat is one of few convertible seats with a top-tether for a solid fit in the rear facing position. Very few convertible seats have the option of using a top tether while rear-facing. CONVENIENCE The Diplomat offers great parent oriented conveniences like a one-handed recline adjustment, belt lock-offs, washable fabrics, and the unique Britax Versa-Tether system the enables you to do a full LATCH install in both the forward and rear facing positions. The Diplomat's tangle-free harness is especially convenient, as it adjusts without rethreading. BENEFITS FOR CHILD In the rear facing positiong, the Diplomat reclines for better relaxation during long rides, and adjusts with just one hand. It does not recline while forward facing. The Diplomat's removable infant insert pillow and Side Impact Protection side-wings provide additional comfort and security for infants and toddlers. COMFORT The Britax Diplomat is lined with thick, plush, and washable padding that is extra soft and not the least bit scratchy. The tangle-free harness straps are secure but not stiff, and there is padding around the main buckle and shoulder straps for extra comfort. SAFETY The Britax Diplomat, like the larger Boulevard, offers what the manufacturer refers to as ""True Side Impact Protection"". The deep, padded wings at either side of the Diplomat's headrest and torso area are lined with EPS and comfort foam for additional protection in the event of a side impact collision. The 5-point harness of the Britax Diplomat car seat is made of a durable, tangle free polyester webbing that fits snuggly over your child's shoulders and hips. The Diplomat is equipped with Britax's signature Harness Ultra Guard System (aka ""HUGS"") that evenly distributes force during an impact, reducing head movement and minimizing the force on your child's neck. COMPARISON The 'go-between' nature of the Britax Diplomat, for kids up to 40 lbs, means it does not have the full weight capacity of the larger Britax Boulevard. If you have the room in your vehicle, and want a seat that with all the safety features of the Diplomat PLUS a harness capacity of 65 lbs, you should seriously consider the Britax Boulevard.