{"id":44069,"date":"2026-06-23T13:49:00","date_gmt":"2026-06-23T11:49:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ribsonly.com\/2\/?p=44069"},"modified":"2026-06-25T13:50:17","modified_gmt":"2026-06-25T11:50:17","slug":"highfield-adv7-testing-the-crossover-built-for-8","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ribsonly.com\/2\/highfield-adv7-testing-the-crossover-built-for-8\/","title":{"rendered":"Highfield ADV7 Testing the Crossover, Built for 8"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<iframe width=\"853\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/bPshQ-NBEDs?si=oFgW54uhv1QEZR1V\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The GRP Built ADV7<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Unlike Highfield&#8217;s other RIB models, the ADV7 features a fibreglass hull instead of aluminium, marking a first for the company.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The 2025 Highfield ADV7 combines features of a RIB and a sports boat in a 7-metre crossover design.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Raised, slimmer Hypalon tubes and higher hull sides create more usable deck space.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With a 2-metre beam, it provides a spacious interior that feels larger than many boats of this size.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">According to the presenter, the aft seating area accommodates seven people around a folding table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The helm seats includes a concealed wet bar, refrigerator and sink. All small but useful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Convertible bow and stern sunbeds, a console with an integrated marine toilet and a T-top improve comfort during longer trips.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Designed for up to eight passengers, the ADV7 is equally suited to watersports and coastal cruising.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A towing arch, deep-V aluminium hull and 270-litre fuel tank support long explorations and a lot of fun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This video was published on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@TheRudder\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>The Rudder<\/strong> YouTube channel<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Explore more videos featuring <a href=\"https:\/\/ribsonly.com\/2\/category\/highfield-boats\/\">Highfield Boats<\/a>, including <a href=\"https:\/\/ribsonly.com\/2\/?s=Highfield+ADV7\">other reviews<\/a> of this versatile crossover model.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Did you know there is even a bigger version? It&#8217;s the cabin <a href=\"https:\/\/ribsonly.com\/2\/?s=Highfield+ADV9\">ADV9<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Proud to share that <a href=\"https:\/\/www.highfieldboats.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Highfield<\/a> is a good Friend of RIBs ONLY.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Navigate 200+ active RIB brands on the <a href=\"https:\/\/ribmanufacturerlist.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">RIB Manufacturer List<\/a> in a structured global directory, from company logos to listings by country and segment, with direct contact details included.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Specs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Model<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Highfield ADV7<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Overall length<\/td><td>6,98 m<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Internal length<\/td><td>5,19 m<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Overall width<\/td><td>2,00 m<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Dead Rise<\/td><td>20\u00b0<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Tube Diameter<\/td><td>320 mm<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Air Chambers<\/td><td>6<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Maximum people<\/td><td>8<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Maximum load*<\/td><td>640 kg<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Boat only weight<\/td><td>1.300 kg<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Fuel tank<\/td><td>270 l<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Maximum hp**<\/td><td>300 hp<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Engine shaft<\/td><td>XL single<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Design category<\/td><td>C***<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">*Maximum load includes crew &amp; cargo \u2013 it does not include engine weight, fuel or water.<br>**Outboard engines by certain manufacturers may exceed the maximum engine weight<br>despite being within the Max HP limit.<br>(<a href=\"https:\/\/adventure.highfieldboats.com\/boat\/adv7\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">source<\/a>, data may vary)<br>***<a href=\"https:\/\/ribsonly.com\/2\/does-a-rib-exist-with-ce-a-certification-mine-has-b\/\">discover what this means<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ribsonly.com\/#facebook\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The GRP Built ADV7 Unlike Highfield&#8217;s other RIB models, the ADV7 features a fibreglass hull instead of aluminium, marking a first for the company. The 2025 Highfield ADV7 combines features of a RIB and a sports boat in a 7-metre crossover design. Raised, slimmer Hypalon tubes and higher hull sides create more usable deck space. 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