Rare: a Salpa Soleil 52 in Action!
Maxi ribs are large inflatable boats, but their finishes, style, and size increasingly resemble yachts. That’s why they’re called crossovers.
The Salpa Soleil 52 is a luxury maxi rib that combines yacht-like elegance with high performance.
It measures over 50 meters long and nearly 5 meters wide. It features a sleek, harmonious design with a double-curved tube and a mirrored deck line.
The walk-around deck ensures full perimeter access, while safety elements like grab rails and handrails enhance stability.
The carbon hardtop, LED lighting, and convertible sunbed design a stylish and functional space.
A fully equipped kitchen and premium seating complement this space.
Below deck, the cabin offers two beds, a toilet, and ample storage. The interior boasts high-end materials and yacht-level luxury.
Designed by renowned naval architect Adam Younger, and member of RIBs ONLY, the Salpa Soleil 52 is built for both speed and efficiency.
The video also showcases the Salpa Soleil 52 in action when it is powered by three Yamaha 450 hp engines, with an astonishing maximum of 1,800 hp. It planes at 12 knots.
The hull minimizes resistance, optimizing fuel efficiency at cruising speeds of 20-28 knots while maintaining a stable and smooth ride.
The automated trim system continuously adjusts for optimal handling, ensuring effortless control at all speeds.
The boat delivered an exhilarating top speed of 45 knots. You find the specs below.
I recently published an article summarizing and featuring videos of Rigid Inflatable Boats (RIBs) that are 15 meters or longer. You can read it here.
This video was published on the Boat Show YouTube channel.
Specs
| Dimensions (Length Overall x Beam) | 15.6 m x 4.8 m |
| EC Dimension | 14.08 m x 4.8 m |
| CE Design category | B – 20 pax |
| Layout | 2 cabins + 1 crew |
| Design | Naval Architect Adam Younger |
| Tube | Orca 866 Hypalon Neoprene 1670 atex |
| Empty weight | 11,600 kg |
| Hull | Stepped Planing Hull |
| Suggest engine | 1,800 hp |
| Max power | 1,800 hp |
| Fuel tank | 1,850 l |
| Water tank | 430 l + 40 l boiler |
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