Inflatable boats for sale
Novamarine seventeen 57
Magazzu MX-14
SACS 45
SACS STRIDER 45
Zeta ZL 1.4
SACS Strider 15
SACS Rebel 47
SACS Rebel 47'
SACS Rebel 47 Open
Lomac GT 14
Scanner Envy 1400
Pirelli 1400 Cabin
Pirelli P Zero 1400 Sport
MV Marine Mito 45
Technohull OMEGA 45
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Inflatable boats
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.
Reasons to buy inflatable boats
Inflatable boats are small, trailerable vessels generally used for time-honored endeavors 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 medium-depth draft and narrow beam, features that make these vessels exceptionally favorable 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 1,197 horsepower, while smaller models may have as little as 4 horsepower engines on them (although the average power size is 200 HP).
Of the 391 inflatable boats for sale on YachtWorld currently, there are 222 new vessels and 169 used and custom yachts listed by professional yacht brokerages mainly in the following countries: United States, Spain, Italy, United Kingdom and France. Over the past 30 days, there have been 40 inflatable boats listed for sale on YachtWorld. The average length for this type of boat is 16 feet, while they differ in size from 8 feet long for the shortest, to 56 feet for the longest listed vessel. They are built by a wide variety of yacht building companies and their hull types include deep vee, RIB, planing, modified vee and other designs.
The best inflatable boats
Some of the most notorious, masterful builders of inflatable boats at present include: Zodiac, Highfield, Walker Bay, AB Inflatables and Gala. These builders manufacture 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 Brig, Pirelli, Sacs, Zar Formenti and Zodiac.
Inflatable boats pricing
Inflatable boats for sale on YachtWorld are listed in a wide swath of prices from $1,160 on the relatively more affordable end all the way up to $881,523 for the more lavish boat models. Keep in mind the cost of ownership when considering your budget and the listing price of a yacht for sale.
