It is a promotional 1:34 video showcasing Highfield RIBs in action.
As usual, Highfield Boats creates very cool videos of their boats in various contexts.
The video shows these boats on the water. It includes the all new ADV7. The video highlights their innovation, capabilities, and suitability for various adventures.
What I can say is that it’s not your average rib. Not your typical Highfield.
Based on the video above and the photos provided to me, I see similarities to a RIB, but also differences.
It seems that the air-filled tubes serve a different purpose, as they are positioned high above the waterline.
It’s a type of crossover, as this model is prominently featured with its own dedicated menu button on the company’s website.
ADV7 from Highfield
Its deep-V hull, expertly crafted with vacuum-infused composite by the award-winning Vom Designs, guarantees exceptional performance and handling.
The company already designing a bold, modern console for Highfield’s Patrol boat collection.
According to the press release, powered by a 150hp engine, this ADV7 from Highfield effortlessly surpasses 30 knots—and with a 250hp, it rockets to nearly 50 knots.
And the Adv7’s tube offers unmatched security and buoyancy—rarely found in the adventure boat market, so the info states.
The Rigid Inflatable Boat Highfield Sport 900 its the company’s flagship at this moment.
Highfield started off with a professional-grade craft. They optimized it for recreational use.
That’s what this video is all about.
The hull of this flagship is based on that of the famous Patrol 860.
Naval architect Petter Martens redesigned it. It offers better stability and performance.
Their 900 Sport RIB with an aluminum hull offers the ruggedness and reliability of a commercial vessel. It also provides the comfort and style of a leisure boat.
The Highfield 420 Velox is a compact, high-performance Rigid Inflatable Boat (RIB).
It measures under 14 feet (4,44 m). This boat is uniquely equipped with a jet propulsion system instead of the usual outboard motor.
The Highfield Velox 420 is powered by a BRP Rotax’s ACE 900 engine. It weighs less than 125 pounds (56 kg).
This allows it to achieve a lightweight design with a low center of gravity, enhancing stability.
The jet system is integrated with an aluminum hull.
This allows shallow-water operation in less than a foot of water. It is ideal for maneuvering in tight areas without risking propeller strikes.
This model’s jet propulsion offers a major advantage in responsiveness.
According to the pilot in this video acceleration is quick, with the Highfield Velox 420 reaching plane in about 3.5 seconds, hitting 27 knots (30 mph) in around 6 seconds, and topping out just below 35 knots (40 mph).
Join Charles Caudrelier, the renowned skipper and winner of the Route du Rhum – Destination Guadeloupe 2022.
Watch as he demonstrates the Highfield Sport 600.
The Highfield Sport 600 is a versatile and durable Rigid Inflatable Boat (RIB), perfect for both recreational and coastal use.
At 626 cm long, it provides a stable ride. Its 26-degree hull deadrise ensures a smooth journey. It can easily accommodate up to 14 passengers. It has a rugged powder-coated aluminum hull.
The Hypalon tubes are durable. They allow it to stand up to tough conditions. Powered by a 150 hp outboard engine, the Sport 600 ensures reliable performance.
Featuring a self-draining cockpit, hydraulic-assisted storage compartments, and a 140 l fuel tank, this boat is built for extended outings.
The spacious console of this Highfield Sport 600 can accommodate a chart plotter, providing convenient navigation for longer trips. Safety is enhanced with heavy-duty keel guards and multiple air chambers.