10 best RIB boats

It is difficult to overestimate the main advantage of an inflatable boat - compactness. It really can fit into a relatively small wardrobe trunk and be transported over any distance. But we must not forget about the disadvantages, and there are much more of them than advantages. For example, try standing tall. Even if you are an equilibrist and you manage to keep your balance, there will be little pleasant in it. In addition, any puncture will lead to the complete failure of your watercraft. With solid boats, the situation is no easier. They are heavy and difficult to transport, lower and lift from the water.

What to do? The best way out is RIB boat. In fact, a rib boat is a combined craft with a solid hull, usually made of metal or fiberglass, and inflatable sides, balloons. When folded, such a boat is very compact, and it is not afraid of various punctures, since most often they are made from several air cylinders. Also, in such a boat, you can easily stand and move along the board. Initially, such boats were manufactured in the United States, but the technology was quickly appreciated, and today, most of the models on the Russian market are locally made. As for the price, it is difficult to give any average denominator here. A RIB boat can cost 40 thousand rubles or half a million. It all depends on the design features and additional options. Be that as it may, a rib boat is the best floating craft that combines convenience, quality and durability.

We have selected 10 of the most interesting options for you to make your choice easier, and it should be noted that it is not an easy one.

TOP 10 best RIB boats

10 Aquamaran Luxe Boat 360 TR

And here is the cheapest RIB boat in our rating. Its price is only 35 thousand rubles, which is comparable to the cost of an ordinary inflatable boat, but in front of us is the rib design, since it has a solid bottom and keel made of high-strength fiberglass. How did the manufacturer manage to reduce the price so much? There are several aspects, and all of them, in fact, are the disadvantages of this boat when compared with more expensive competitors.

First, unreinforced PVC is used in the cylinders. That is, it is a less strong and durable material with which you need to be extremely careful. Secondly, there are only three air sections, which is also very small, especially considering that at par, the boat has 5 seats. Thirdly, the carrying capacity here is only 550 kilograms, which is very small with a five-seater seating. In addition, the manufacturer removed from the design such important and necessary details as luggage compartments, as well as oarlocks for oars. They can be installed separately or independently. Simply put, it will not work to call this boat the best, but it is really the cheapest.

9 BRIG Falcon F500

Do you often have a rest in a big company and are tired of the fact that manufacturers of rib boats write inflated technical characteristics? Then you should pay attention to this product from the Baltics. This is the most spacious boat. There are 9 seats here. Yes, someone will now say that there are boats with a larger capacity. But do not rush to draw conclusions. Here these are full-fledged 9 seats, not nominal ones. Of course, the comfort of people with a full landing will fade into the background, but this boat is really capable of moving such a number of people. She has five meters in length and a maximum carrying capacity of over 1100 kilograms. That is, passengers will also be able to take their luggage with them.

Also, this boat provides for the installation of a motor with a capacity of up to 75 horsepower. Of course, when nine passengers land, such an engine will not develop significant speed, but it will easily move the entire crew at any distance. Don't want to put the motor on? The set includes light carbon oars, and on board the boat there are already oarlocks and other necessary little things.

8 Flinc FORTIS 390

This brand is widely known all over the world, and has long established itself as a manufacturer of the best boats. This model also received a lot of positive reviews, and they relate to almost everything, from external attractiveness to the quality of the craft itself. We will not talk about the convenience of this boat, since everyone has their own ideas in this regard, but we will immediately look at the technical characteristics.

Let's start with the fact that this is a 4-seater boat, although with such dimensions, and here it is almost 4 meters, many manufacturers indicate a much larger number of accommodated passengers. Yes, there is where to accommodate, but you should not overload the structure, since the rated load capacity is only 550 kilograms, and this is taking into account the engine, which, in turn, weighs more than 50 kilograms. Even the four of you will have to take care of the weight of your luggage or catch if you go fishing. And to be honest, it is better not to get into this boat more than three people. As for the ratio of air and solid structural elements, here it is practically equal. There are five air cylinders, and the bottom of the boat is made of solid fiberglass, as well as its keel, with a seat for the engine.

7 Baltic Boats Apollo RIB 300

Are you looking for the most compact rib boat and do not plan to use it in a big and noisy company? Then why overpay, because you can take this model at the best price on the market. The capacity of this boat is only two people, although if you wish, you can sit four of us, but only on condition that the total weight of passengers and their luggage does not exceed 400 kilograms, since this is the maximum carrying capacity.

Plus, it's a compact boat. Its length is only three meters, which is very small by RIB standards. But the total weight is only 80 kilograms, which will allow you to cope with it even alone. Of the rigid elements, only the floor is here. Even the keel is made in the form of an inflatable block. In fact, this model could be attributed to inflatable boats. But thanks to the solid bottom made of fiberglass, you can safely stand in it and move around. Simply put, if you are used to traveling or fishing alone, or in the company of one person, then this is the best option for you, and at the most attractive price.

6 Catmarine RIB R-380

It is believed that a rib boat is an expensive pleasure, and not everyone can afford it. But you look at this model, and try to compare its price with the cost of an ordinary inflatable boat. This is really the best option in terms of price, of course, provided that you are satisfied with its technical parameters.

The capacity is only 4 people, and this is as fair as possible in relation to the buyer, since there are more seats, and if you wish, you can sit in it for eight. The carrying capacity is 700 kilograms, and there are already large luggage compartments on board, which allows you to take a lot of things with you, and they will not get in the way under your feet. And this is very important, since the bottom of the boat is made of solid fiberglass, which means that you can safely move along it. True, there are restrictions on the maximum power of the installed engine. Here it is only 20 horsepower, which means that with the maximum landing, you can forget about the high speed of movement. Simply put, the parameters are quite average, and the main advantage of this RIB boat is its price.

5 STORM RIB AMIGO 450

Many manufacturers try to deliberately overstate the technical performance of their products. That is why in the description we often find boats with a capacity of up to 10 people, and this is when the length of the boat is less than 5 meters. How all these people will feel in such a boat is incomprehensible, and experienced users know that this is just a publicity stunt. But in this case, the manufacturer decided to be honest with its customers, and openly wrote in the characteristics that the boat's capacity is 4 people.Yes, if you wish, you can install additional benches in it, the dimensions allow it, but only four will feel comfortable, and the driver will not have to be constrained.

As for the general characteristics, they are approximately as follows: carrying capacity - 700 kilograms, length - 450 centimeters, maximum engine power for installation - 40 horsepower. The bottom is made of durable fiberglass, which significantly reduces the weight of the structure, and the price is good news. This is not the cheapest boat in our rating, but in its price category it can be safely called the best.

4 WinBoat RIB R5

RIB boat is a combined structure consisting of air cylinders and dense elements. But nowhere is it regulated in what ratio these elements should be. There are boats with a hard bottom, and everything else is plastic. And even a dense keel already allows you to call the boat RIB. And, on the other hand, there are the most rigid structures, with a minimum of air cylinders, and we have one of them in front of us. Fiberglass, from which the solid elements are made, occupies almost 75 percent of the total area.

There are only three air sections, two on the sides and one in the rear. They are essential for balancing and stabilizing the boat. It can be easily navigated, of course, if it is not loaded to the maximum. The capacity is 8 people, and given the dimensions of this craft, we can conclude that it will be extremely inconvenient to be in it with a full landing. But on board there is everything you need, including several large luggage compartments.

3 GLADIATOR RIB 420

Looking for an inexpensive and high quality rib boat? She is in front of you. This is a Russian-made product, which has not yet gained wide popularity among users, but is systematically exciting the market. The boat has a fairly compact size, only 200 by 420 centimeters. Moreover, its capacity is 7 people, at least that is how many seats are on board. True, the total carrying capacity is only 850 kilograms, so you should not load the vehicle with the maximum number of passengers, and even with luggage.

Also, the advantages include the maximum onboard configuration. There are already rowlocks and a fender. There is also a repair kit on board, as well as an anchor and at the same time a lifting eye, which is very important, given that the weight of the boat is more than 120 kilograms, and it will be difficult to cope with it alone without aids. By the way, the weight for such a boat is quite small, which is achieved through the use of fiberglass, as a reinforcing material, and not aluminum, as is often the case with competitors.

2 Mnev and K RIB Condor CR-480

Looking for the fastest RIB boat? Then pay attention to this model. Why is she the fastest? The secret is in the shape of a boat, or rather, in a pointed nose. Thanks to him, even with the installation of a not very powerful engine, the boat is capable of developing a fairly high speed. But this is far from the only advantage. The capacity of the device is 8 people, which is quite a lot with such a compact size, and the body length is less than 5 meters. Of course, the level of comfort when fully loaded will decrease, and the driver will not be very comfortable looking over the back of the passengers.

You should also pay attention to the maximum lifting capacity. Here it is only 850 kilograms, that is, if you plan to load it with passengers to the maximum, be sure to make sure that they are slim and light, and also do not take a lot of luggage with you. To be honest, this rib boat is designed for five people, although in theory 8 will fit here. The bottom of the boat is rigid, and the sides consist of five independent cylinders, which will keep it on the surface even if three sections are damaged.

1 Mercury RIB 500 Luxe River Drive

Are you going on a fishing trip or a boat trip with a big company? Then this RIB boat is especially for you. Its capacity is 10 people.Yes, when fully loaded, you can forget about comfortable seating. But 6-8 people will feel quite comfortable. The steering position is located on a small hill, which greatly facilitates the steering process. The maximum carrying capacity is 1300 kilograms, which means that you can not only move on such a boat, but also load it with fish or luggage.

This model can be equipped with an engine with a capacity of up to 90 horsepower, and with such a motor you will clearly not lack in speed. Also, there are already built-in luggage compartments and seats, so you don't have to redo anything. The only drawback that can be identified is the relatively high cost. But recall that this is Mercury, a world-famous brand famous for the high quality and durability of all its products.