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).
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SOLAS stands for the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea. It is an international maritime treaty that sets minimum safety standards in the construction, equipment, and operation of merchant ships.
The convention ensures that ships flagged by signatory states follow these standards.
These standards are intended to protect the lives of passengers and crew at sea.
