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The ABJET 330 Rigid Inflatable Boat Presentation

August 16, 2025October 17, 2025 Karel Overlaet, RIB Advocate

The ABJET 330 Marketing Video

According to the company, the ABJet S Series offers sleek design and luxury, according to the company.

It seats six guests with refined features.

The series provides comfort for unforgettable outings (website).

Its flat deck, ergonomic throttle, stainless steel rails, sport console, and sliding ladder create a stylish, functional environment.

Perfect for yachts over 38 feet, the series enhances leisure and adventure, blending elegant aesthetics with practical design solutions.

The ABJet 330 includes bow locker storage, optional navigation lights, charging ports, and a spacious two-person pilot seat.

Powered by a 90-horsepower BRP engine, it delivers speed, maneuverability, and efficiency, supported by a durable 10-gallon fuel tank (38 l).

With customizable colors, upholstery, and premium upgrades, the ABJet 330 redefines performance, style, and innovation for ultimate water experiences.

This video was published on the AB Inflatables Channel YouTube channel.

Want to see more videos of this brand I published here? Take a look!

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Williams Jet Tender Triple Test!

June 12, 2025June 12, 2025 Karel Overlaet, RIB Advocate

Williams Jet Tenders Unveiled 3 New Models

Dartmouth, UK, 2025, the company marks its 20th anniversary!

It launches three new models: the SportJet 460, SportJet 520, and the DieselJet 625.

The DieselJet 625 stands out as the largest diesel tender, prioritizing stability and passenger capacity for up to 11 people.

Its robust design and optional self-righting mechanism offer a “grown-up” driving experience with impressive grip, suitable for demanding conditions.

For exhilarating performance, the new SportJet 460 delivers enhanced sociability. It is powered by a Rotax 170 petrol engine.

Its agile handling and quick planing make it “tremendous fun” for watersports.

Topping the SportJet range, the SportJet 520 shares the 460’s hull but boasts a supercharged Rotax 230 engine.

This transforms it into a “fast RIB.” It offers “supremely rapid” acceleration.

The ride is aggressive yet controllable, as you can see in the video.

If you need more info and videos abut this British brand, get it here: Willams Tenders.

This video was published on the Motor Boat & Yachting YouTube channel.

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Boot 2023 RIB Candy: 38 Walkarounds You Can’t Miss

March 7, 2025August 18, 2025 Karel Overlaet, RIB Advocate

Boot 2023 Flashback

Boot 2023 in Düsseldorf, Germany, had a fair display of Rigid Inflatable Boats.

In this video 38 different RIBs get a detailed walkaround by sailmoto.

From luxurious, high-end models to more affordable, this lineup had something to inspire you.

Big brands flaunted their flagship RIBs, but budget-conscious boaters weren’t left behind.

Whether you’re dreaming of open-sea adventures or practical cruising, this 2 hour video delivers pure RIB candy.

This video was published on the sailmoto YouTube channel.

I’ve visited Boot Düsseldorf many times but did not create a photo or video post of every visit. Nonetheless, here are more impressions.

Highfield Velox 420: A Rotax Jet-Powered Fun RIB

November 14, 2024June 7, 2025 Karel Overlaet, RIB Advocate

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Discover the Highfield Velox 420

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).

This video was published on the Highfield Boats YouTube channel.

Proud to share that Highfield is a good Friend of RIBs ONLY.

The specs are listed below the image.