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Highfield Boats Best-selling RIBs: the Classic Range

Karel Overlaet, RIB Advocate
Highfield Boats Best-selling RIBs: the Classic Range @ RIBs ONLY - Home of the Rigid Inflatable Boat

The Classic Tenders

This Highfield Boats range is the world’s best-selling Rigid Inflatable Tender, valued for its straightforward design and reliability.

One of its main advantages is the ability to carry heavy loads with ease. It proves especially handy during summer when regular supply runs to shore are needed.

The range includes models from 260 to 460, the numbers indicating length in centimeters.

This makes it simple for owners to match the right tender to their yacht.

Known for balancing stability with capacity, the Classic range supports everyday use. Season after season, it remains a dependable choice for many boaters.

You find the full Classic range via this link on the Highfield Boats website.

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I’ve posted many videos of this range: enjoy them here.

Highfield Sport 900 – Walkaround

Karel Overlaet, RIB Advocate

Highfield Sport 900 Details

it is not the first time this RIB came to my attention. It’s Highfield Boats’ flagship a this moment (specs below).

It’s always interesting to read other reviews of that same RIB: Highfield 900 Sport schowcases

Performance

The Highfield Sport 900 delivers serious punch with twin 300-horsepower V8s, achieving speeds up to 56 knots. A single 300 provides sufficient performance while reducing fuel use. Its 26° dead rise hull ensures confident handling in chop, making the ride stable, dry, and comfortable at speed.

Design

Built with an aluminum hull and Hypalon tubes, the Highfield Sport 900 is tough, lightweight, and ready for rugged conditions. A recessed bow anchor avoids docking obstructions, while the synthetic teak flooring improves grip and comfort. Four lifting points allow crane handling, ideal for seasonal storage or tender operations.

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Big Highfield Sport 900 Test Drive

Karel Overlaet, RIB Advocate

A Wild Test Drive with a Highfield Sport 900

The Highfield Sport 900 combines rugged practicality with luxury performance, designed for adventurous boaters who demand versatility and reliability.

Weighing 1,780 kg, it carries twin 300-horsepower Mercury V8s and 380 liters of fuel, offering serious offshore capability.

Its 26° deadrise hull delivered a cushioned ride through confused seas, remaining stable where lesser ribs would struggle.

In calm water, cruising at 20 knots consumed just 30 liters per hour, proving the boat’s fuel efficiency.

Top speed reached 55 knots, though 53 knots is recommended for comfort and safe handling.

Mercury joystick control provided precise maneuvering, with responsive 360° spins, side-slips, and GPS-assisted Skyhook station holding.

The aluminum hull and tubes enhance durability, beaching capability, and practicality for water sports.

This video was published on the BoatLife YouTube channel.

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Police Force Cool Test – Highfield Patrol 660 & 760

Karel Overlaet, RIB Advocate

Police Force Testing 2 Highfield Boats

This video is designed for procurement professionals, police departments exploring new vessel contracts, and enthusiasts of commercial patrol craft. This time it’s testing by the police force.

But it might be of interest to you to see what these Highfield boats are capable of.

It documents an official evaluation of two patrol vessels by the police force.

You gain a behind-the-scenes look at how patrol boats are assessed for the police force, with emphasis on contract suitability.

The footage clearly demonstrates boat handling characteristics. It shows the onboard systems and overall performance. This offers an authentic view of operational capability.

The Patrol 660 is equipped with twin Suzuki 115 hp outboard engines.

The larger Patrol 760 is powered by a single Mercury 225 hp outboard. This configuration ensures robust propulsion and reliability across both platforms.

Check out all the specs below.

This video was published on the Highfield Boats YouTube channel.

If you’re interested, I got a whole series on Highfield Boats—don’t miss it.

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Highfield Sport 560 Private Tour by Steve Harrison

Karel Overlaet, RIB Advocate

Highfield Sport 560

At the Düsseldorf boat show, Highfield unveiled the Sport 560, underscoring its focus on tough aluminum hulls and reliable seakeeping.

Steve Harrison, Global Product Manager at Highfield Boats., ‘takes us along a very detailed walkaround.

“Positioned at the core of the Sport line, the Highfield Sport 560 blends versatility with passenger comfort. Designed with both families and explorers in mind, it emphasizes safety on the water.

Highlights include a detachable sunbed, a well-designed helm console, sturdy grab rails, an easy-access boarding ladder, and extensive built-in storage.

Standard fittings on this Highfield Sport 560 include electronics and EVA decking.

They also have bathing platforms, a roll bar, and courtesy lights. This ensures clear, all-inclusive pricing.

Optimally paired with a 100-horsepower engine, the Highfield Sport 560 delivers a smooth balance of speed, fuel efficiency, and comfort.”

This video was published on the ActuNautique – Yachting Art YouTube channel.

If you want to watch this Highfield Sport 560 in action, this is where you can find it.

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

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