The Unique Lineup of Maxi RIBs
Are you seeking the ultimate blend of speed, luxury, and sophistication on the water?
Or perhaps you’re just indulging your curiosity or dreaming about it, ‘What if I win the lottery?’
Either way, let me inspire you with this lineup of elite maxi RIBs. All are 50 ft or 15 m and more.
They are engineered for stylish relaxation enthusiasts and or adventurers alike.
Some of these impressive RIBs enter the category of “crossover boats”. A boat between a RIB and a yacht.
It’s no surprise that these maxi RIBs are often used as charter boats.
Certain brands and models go unnoticed. These include Novamarine, Sacs and others. This happens because they do not have the ‘inflatable’ designation in their maxi RIB model. Alternatively, they just fall short of 50 ft.
Let’s go!
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- L’Amphitrite – The christening December 10, 1960, in the port of Monaco with Princess Grace Kelly in attendance for Jacques-Yves Cousteau. It was 19,50 m long and 8,5 m wide. This giant Zodiac RIB was powered by no less than 8 outboard motors. It was equipped with a pressurized cabin for five people at the front. However, speed was not comparable to today’s performances, as the Amphitrite only reached about 13 knots (FR).
- Anvera 200-S Racing – Anvera is an Italian brand known for its innovative design. This Anvera 200-S Racing is a 19,97 m carbon-fiber RIB. This “hyperboat” is capable of speeds over 70 knots (IT).
- Anvera 58 – It has two 12-meter airfoil struts that outline the deckhouse, bridge and cockpit cover: a majestic but sinuous boat. With the terraces opened, it has a beam of 5,80 m (IT).
- Anvera 55S – The 55S model is a sleek RIB made from lightweight carbon fiber. Its aerodynamic design supports high speeds. The luxurious deck space and cabin accommodations make it ideal for long trips or day cruises,(IT).
- Capelli Stradivari 52 – Designed with refined lines and premium materials, this 15,5 meter Capelli delivers both high performance and exceptional onboard comfort for demanding owners and guests (IT).
- Chaser Yachts: 500R – A maxi RIB of 16,50 m long and a massive beam of 4,56 m (NL).
- Heaven 50 Akuma – This Italian brand has three maxi RIBs in their offer ranging from 50 to 80 ft. The Akuma is a special version by Kardis (IT).
- Heaven – H55 – It is 17,30 m long and 4 m wide. It has a very special and unique design of the outside of the cabin. ‘De gustibus et coloribus non disputandum est’ … ‘There is no arguing about tastes and colors (IT).
- Heaven 80 – It is the world’s first Rigid Inflatable Boat to reach an extraordinary length. The boat measures nearly 24 meters. Below deck, the interiors rival those of luxury yachts. They offer an opulent escape. This redefines what an inflatable boat can be (IT).
- Nuova Jolly Prince 50 – This 10 ton and 15,50 m long RIB offers a very deep V, has 2 double beds and is at this moment the flagship of the Italian shipyard (IT).
- Ranieri International Cayman 50 hard top – At the rear of this 10 ton RIB, the sun deck conceals a practical garage for a dinghy, while the bracket conceals a convenient electric gangway (IT).
- Opera 60 – The Italian RIB (Rigid Inflatable Boat) manufacturer Opera seems to have gone quiet in recent years. There is limited to no information available about its current operations (IT).
- Oromarine 52C – At more than 15 metres, this luxury RIB blends Italian design, high-speed performance and comfort. Two cabins, 1,450 litres of fuel and up to 1,600 hp perfectly suit extended cruising.
- Pirelli 50 Mansory Edition – A premium version of the Pirelli 50, enhanced by Mansory for luxury and performance. It’s an Italian brand. Known for high speeds and custom luxury details. It combines powerful engines (up to 3 x 600 hp) with custom finishes. This makes it ideal for both sport and leisure. By TecnoRib (IT).
- Redbay Stormforce 1450 – The 1450 is a 15,5 m 3 cabin go anywhere RIB, built for the leisure market (UK).
- Salpa Soleil 52 – This boat is a very luxurious Rigid Inflatable Boat. It features an elegant design and spacious decks above and below. This boat offers lots of comfort and cool style for weekenders,(IT).
- Seawater Phantom 500 – This RIB has a massive fuel tank of 1.440 l and can have 30 people on board (IT).
- SPX 55 – This 17,36 m RIB has cabins with 6+1 berths and 3 bathrooms (IT).
- Scanner Envy 1500 – The Envy 1500 is 15,20 meters in length and a maximum beam of 4,40 meter (IT).
- Technohull Alpha 50 – The Greek built Technohull’s flagship is designed for high speed and stability. It features advanced hull technology. The boat is equipped with multiple high-powered engines. It’s renowned for smooth handling at high speeds, making it a favorite among thrill-seeking boaters (GR).
Related reading: What is a Rigid Inflatable Boat (RIB) · What Size RIB Do I Need?
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