Maxi RIBs for Maxi Wallets: the 15+ Meter Range

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A 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!

Overview with Video Link

  1. L’Amphitrite – Built in the 60’s by Zodiac for Jacques-Yves Cousteau, it was 19.50 m long and 8.5 m wide. This giant boat was powered by no less than eight outboard motors. It was equipped with a pressurized cabin for five people at the front. However, speed was not comparable to today’s engines, as the Amphitrite only reached about 13 knots.
  2. Anvera 55S – Anvera is an Italian brand known for its innovative design. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. Heavan – 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.’
  5. 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.
  6. 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.
  7. 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.
  8. 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.
  9. 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.
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Pirelli 50 Mansory: A Fusion of Speed, Luxury & Style

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The Impressive Pirelli 50 Mansory

Few RIB brands have a “50” or a 15 meter or bigger in their range. Pirelli has it and it’s designed in collaboration with the Mannerfelt Design Team and built by Tecnorib.

It was debuting at the 2024 Cannes Yachting Festival. This special edition was customized by Mansory, a German company known for transforming expensive luxury vehicles.

Mansory has elevated the original Pirelli 50 with enhanced details, blending sportiness and luxury.

Spoiler alert: find below the extensive specs.

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Pirelli Tenders X Line Detailed Walkthrough

Presentation of two Pirelli Tenders X Line

In this video Italian based Pirelli Speedboats presents the X350 and X400 tenders. No action footage (yet) but a detailed walkthrough.

The X line series focuses on optimising layout for increased guest capacity and smoother cruising. They’re powered by the well-known 90 hp BRP Rotax inboard.

As said its unique features include pivoting backrests on additional stern seats, ensuring versatility for various activities.

Customisation options allow personalisation to match individual preferences as it the case with many brands.

This video was published on the PIRELLI Speedboats YouTube channel.

You get more information of this brand with these videos.

Specs Both Tenders

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Pirelli RIBs at Cannes Yachting Festival 2023

Pirelli RIBs History

I thought it would of interest to you to present the history of this luxorious brand. For starters you’ll find more well-selected Pirelli videos here.

“TecnoRib began life in 2005, with a mission to design, build and distribute a new range of rigid inflatable boats.

For that purpose, TecnoRib entered into a trademark license agreement with Pirelli & C. SpA to apply the most prestigious trademarks of the Pirelli Group on these new inflatable boats.

It wasn’t a simple challenge to elevate a product regarded until then as ‘minor’, in such a way as to reflect the prestige of a brand that is a synonym for quality and safety, as well as for performance and style.

The first product launched, the 770, made its debut at the Pirelli Regattas in Santa Margherita Ligure, in May 2006.

Over the next fifteen years, the range was extended up to the Pirelli 1900, which soon became an icon of style and performance.

In 2015, the range of Jet tenders was introduced to offer the most demanding yacht owners an inflatable boat featuring the same production excellence found in larger projects.

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Pirelli RIBs on display

Today, TecnoRib has the mission: to offer demanding-expert owners rigid inflatable boats in the range between 3 to 19 meters, built entirely in Italy and featuring high performance, maximum quality and fine design.”

This video of the Pirelli RIBs was published on the PIRELLI Speedboats YouTube channel

The New Tecnorib Pirelli P50

Tecnorib Pirelli P50 Ted Mannerfelt hull

In 1978, Ocke Mannerfelt founded the Sweden based Mannerfelt Design Team.

Since 2006, his son Ted has taken responsibility for all the designs produced by the successful studio, including the highly acclaimed Pirelli Walkaround Collection.

The collection debuted with the P42 in 2020, followed by the introduction of the P35. Due to an exceptionally high number of requests, the studio responded by introducing the P50.

You can find the specs here.

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Below deck of the Tecnorib Pirelli P50

The video was published on the Nauta Channel on YouTube.

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