A Second Test by NonsolomareTV
In a previous review this Rigid Inflatable Boat (RIB) was tested by The Sea Team. Now you can compare it with this one by NonsolomareTV.
This video shows the test of the Ranieri International Cayman 41.0 Hard Top with twin Suzuki DF350 outboards, delivering a combined 700 hp.
The integrated hardtop includes a substantial windscreen, while the helm provides seating for three and a clearly organised instrument layout.
Below deck, the boat offers a forward double berth, two additional sleeping positions, storage space and a separate shower compartment.
During testing, the Cayman reached planing speed progressively, without excessive bow rise, and settled quickly into comfortable cruising speeds.
Around 30 knots, reported fuel consumption was approximately 3 litres per nautical mile, increasing at higher cruising speeds.
Maximum speed reached about 44.5 knots, while high-speed turns showed predictable steering response, limited heel and no reported propeller cavitation.
Test Data
| Model | Ranieri Cayman 41.0 Hard Top with Twin Suzuki Outboards |
| Engines | 2 × Suzuki DF350 |
| Total power | 700 hp |
| Speed at initial planing | 22 knots |
| Speed | 20 knots |
| Reported consumption at 20 knots | 2 l/nm |
| Cruising speed | 28–30 knots |
| Reported consumption around 30 knots | 3 l/nm |
| Engine speed | 5,000 rpm |
| Speed at 5,000 rpm | 34–36.5 knots |
| Higher-speed consumption | approximately 4 l/nm |
| Maximum engine speed | 6,200 rpm |
| Maximum speed | 44.5 knots |
| Fast-turn test | approx. 35–42 knots |
| Heel during turn | approx. 15° |
| Cavitation during counter-turn | None reported |
Ranieri Cayman 41 Test Data Comparison
Two independent tests of the same Ranieri Cayman 41.0 Hard Top show similar performance, but notable fuel-consumption differences. Variations may result from fuel and water load, passengers, sea state, weather, trim, and other test conditions.
| Comparison point | NonsolomareTV | The Sea Team | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Top speed | 44.5 kn | 43.7–44 kn | 0.5–0.8 kn lower |
| Speed around 5,000 rpm | 34–36.5 kn | 35.6–36.8 kn | Very similar |
| Consumption at 20 kn | 2.0 l/nm | 3.81–3.89 l/nm* | +91–94%* |
| Consumption around 30 kn | 3.0 l/nm | 3.83–3.86 l/nm | +28–29% |
| Consumption around 5,000 rpm | Approx. 4.0 l/nm | 4.85–5.02 l/nm | +21–26% |
*The 20-knot figure requires caution
Remark; At 20 knots, Test 2 indicates 3.81–3.89 l/nm. As this figure is interpolated near the transition to planing, the 91–94% difference should be considered indicative rather than definitive.
This video was published on the NonsolomareTV YouTube channel.
More videos of Ranieri International are here for you to enjoy!
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Specs
| Model | Ranieri Cayman 41 Hard Top |
| Length overall | 11,90 m / 39 ft 10 in |
| Beam overall | 3,80 m / 12 ft 5 in |
| Dry weight | 4.500 kg / 9.920 lb |
| Tube compartments | 8 |
| Fuel capacity | 750 l / 184 US gal |
| Freshwater capacity | 150 l / 40 US gal |
| Engine configuration | 2 – 3 XXL |
| Engine power (min./max.) | 600 – 1.200 hp |
| Maximum persons | 24 |
| Berths | 4 |
| Design category | B* |
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