Inflatable boats for sale

Inflatable power boats range in size from small, commercial utility boats and lifeboats to larger RIBs (rigid inflatable boats) which are light-weight, high performance power boats. Often what makes inflatable boats a popular choice is their ability to be used as versatile, portable pleasure boats that are easily transported. They are also ideal boats for use as a dinghy or tender to larger yachts. Their buoyancy and soft, stable rides make them perfect for use as rescue vessels, coastal exploration boats and diving or snorkeling boats.

How Are Inflatable Boats Built?

Fully inflatable crafts are constructed of high-quality materials like neoprene and Hypalon, which are resistant to UV rays and difficult to puncture. Semi-inflatable boats, known as RIBs (rigid inflatable boats) are made from a combination of fiberglass, composite or aluminum hulls and inflatable rubber/vinyl “collars”. These hulls are sometimes designed of foldable fiberglass hulls, depending on the exact style or subclass chosen. Inflatable boats can range in size from under 10 feet to up to 50 feet in high performance RIB style boats.

What Types of Engines Power Inflatable Yachts?

Some inflatable boats are powered by oars but many models utilize a solid, integrated transom for mounting outboard engines on the stern. Engines mounted can range from small trolling motors for use in shallow waters or getting out to larger vessels (when used as a tender) up to high-performance, faster outboards. There are even inflatable boats designed for racing, such as the multi-hulled Aquarius Inflatable power boats.

What Optional Equipment is Available for Inflatables?

Inflatable boats and RIBs can be outfitted with a variety of safety systems, storage capacities, fuel systems, navigation systems, and premium accessories. High-end RIBs may even include covered pilothouses with protected seating areas such as the Zodiac Pro Open 850 Pilothouse or the Ribcraft Express 32. These boats also can include optional generators, premium radar for fishing and other equipment. These typically basic boats are now growing in popularity as a pleasure craft, thus the market for accessories and optional equipment is only going to continue to grow.

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Find your perfect inflatable boats

Inflatable boats are small, trailerable vessels usually used for time-honored activities such as day cruising, scuba diving and tender for larger boats. They have a rich legacy as vessels that are sought-after due to their moderate draft and narrow beam, characteristics that make these vessels exceptionally well-suited for day cruising, scuba diving and tender for larger boats. The average number of people that can be accommodated onboard inflatable boats listed is 9 passengers, with a maximum capacity of 24 guests and crew. Models with more power can hold motors up to an enormous 1,307 horsepower, while affordable models may have as little as 10 horsepower engines on them (although the average engine size is 200 HP).

Of the 507 inflatable boats for sale on YachtWorld currently, there are 312 new vessels and 195 used and custom yachts listed by professional yacht brokers and boat dealerships mainly in the following countries: United States, Italy, Spain, United Kingdom and France. Over the past 30 days, there have been 48 inflatable boats listed for sale on YachtWorld. The average length for this type of boat is 16 feet, while they vary in size from 6 feet long for the shortest, to 53 feet for the longest listed vessel. They are built by a wide variety of yacht building companies and their hull types include RIB, deep vee, modified vee, planing and other designs.

The best inflatable boats

Some of the most widely-known, masterful builders of inflatable boats right now include: AB Inflatables, Zodiac, Walker Bay, Highfield and Nuova Jolly. These builders design inflatable boats with outboard-4S, outboard, inboard, inboard/outboard and outboard-2S propulsion systems, available in gas, diesel, electric and other fuel systems. Last month alone, the top 5 brands with the most views for inflatable boats on YachtWorld were Ab Inflatables, Sacs, Technohull, Tohatsu and Zodiac.

Inflatable boats pricing

Inflatable boats for sale on YachtWorld are listed for a variety of prices from $696 on the relatively lower-priced, classic models all the way up to $842,339 for the more sophisticated yachts. Keep in mind the cost of ownership when considering your budget and the listing price of a yacht for sale.