Tender boats for sale

A tender is a boat that "tends to" a larger boat, transporting people and/or supplies to and from shore. Tenders are typically used for yachts that are too big to dock at a marina and must anchor offshore; however, larger recreational boats could also have a tender boat, usually referred to as a "dinghy". While most tenders today have at least one engine, there are many types of tender boats - from rowboats to high-end rigid inflatable boats (RIB).

How are Tenders built?

The original tender boat was a small wooden boat, often without an engine. Nowadays, tender boats are often V-hulled fiberglass boats or RIBS that are powered by an outboard engine(s).

What type of engines power Tenders?

Tender boats are most often powered by outboard engines; however, some tenders are as simple as rowboats, but that is not common. Typically, the larger the "mothership", the larger the tender will be and the more power it will have.

Optional equipment for Tenders

Since tender boats are used for primarily one purpose - to transport people and supplies - they tend to be fairly basic and without a lot of bells and whistles. Seating and storage are the most important features of a tender and may be customized and upgraded, depending on the type of tender an owner has. The brand and number of engines can be customized based on the type of tender boat, as well.

Reasons to buy tender boats

Tender boats are small, trailerable vessels usually used for time-honored endeavors such as tender for larger boats and day cruising. They have a rich legacy as vessels that are sought-after due to their shallow draft and narrow beam, features that make these vessels exceptionally appropriate for tender for larger boats and day cruising. The average number of people that can be accommodated onboard tender boats listed is 7 passengers, with a maximum capacity of 20 guests and crew. Models with more power can accommodate motors up to an impressive 1,618 horsepower, while shorter, more affordable models may have as low as 5 horsepower engines on them (although the average motor size is 141 HP).

Of the 919 tender boats for sale on YachtWorld currently, there are 654 new vessels and 265 used and custom yachts listed by professional brokerages mainly in the following countries: United States, United Kingdom, France, Spain and Netherlands. Over the past 30 days, there have been 71 tender boats listed for sale on YachtWorld. The average length of these types of vessels is 16 feet, while they vary in size from 7 feet long for the shortest, to 73 feet for the longest listed vessel. They are constructed by a wide variety of yacht building companies and their hull types include RIB, deep vee, planing, modified vee and other designs.

The best tender boats

Some of the best-known, masterful builders of tender boats presently include: Highfield, Williams Jet Tenders, Whaly, Ocean Craft Marine and Northstar. These builders produce tender boats with inboard, outboard-4S, outboard, inboard/outboard and electric propulsion systems, available in gas, diesel, electric and other fuel systems. Last month alone, the top 5 brands with the most views for tender boats on YachtWorld were Boston Whaler, Highfield, Kawasaki, Landing Craft and Williams Jet Tenders.

Tender boats pricing

Tender boats for sale on YachtWorld are listed for an assortment of prices from $1,645 on the lower-cost segment of yachts all the way up to $1,377,755 for the rare custom yachts. Keep in mind the cost of ownership when considering your budget and the listing price of a yacht for sale.