{"id":44421,"date":"2026-07-20T22:59:50","date_gmt":"2026-07-20T20:59:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ribsonly.com\/2\/?p=44421"},"modified":"2026-07-26T14:40:31","modified_gmt":"2026-07-26T12:40:31","slug":"grand-g980-video-10-m-rib-with-twin-stepped-hull","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ribsonly.com\/2\/grand-g980-video-10-m-rib-with-twin-stepped-hull\/","title":{"rendered":"Grand G980 Video: 10 m RIB with Twin-Stepped Hull"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<iframe width=\"853\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/rxOzwyhF914?si=362N1F5FI1wAgVA9\" 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 New Grand G980 Boat Tour<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Grand G980 is a new 10-metre Rigid Inflatable Boat (RIB) from Ukrainian manufacturer Grand Boats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It combines modern design with high-performance engineering for recreational boating.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Grand G980 celebrates 25 years of Grand Boats&#8217; experience in designing and building premium Rigid Inflatable Boats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Its twin-stepped deep-V fibreglass hull was developed by renowned Swedish naval architects <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mdteam.se\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Mannerfelt,<\/a> delivering efficiency, stability, and confident offshore performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Powered by twin 350 hp Yamaha outboards, the Grand G980 achieves top speeds exceeding 57 knots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Precision manoeuvring is enhanced by Yamaha HelmMaster EX joystick controls and a Sleipner bow thruster, making docking and low-speed navigation straightforward.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The spacious deck layout includes configurable seating, a practical wet bar, and a large bow sunbed, creating a versatile space for relaxing and entertaining.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Standard equipment features twin 16-inch Garmin multifunction displays, a Fusion premium audio system, and a fibreglass hardtop that provides protection in changing weather conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Below deck, the cabin offers two berths, an electric toilet, generous storage space, and comfortable overnight accommodation, making the Grand G980 suitable for extended cruising.<\/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\/@GrandBoatsAustralia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">the <strong>Grand Boats Australia<\/strong> YouTube channel<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;re interested in this Ukranian brand, you can watch more Grand videos <a href=\"https:\/\/ribsonly.com\/2\/category\/grand\/\">here<\/a>.<\/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\">Discover the world&#8217;s active <a href=\"https:\/\/ribmanufacturerlist.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">RIB manufacturers<\/a> through a structured global directory featuring company logos, country listings, industry segments, and direct communication channels.<\/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>Grand G980<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Length overall<\/td><td>10,00 m \/ 33 ft<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Internal length<\/td><td>8,00 m \/ 26 ft<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Beam overall<\/td><td>3,40 m \/ 11 ft 2 in<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Internal beam<\/td><td>1,90 m \/ 6 ft 3 in<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Dry weight<\/td><td>2.350 kg \/ 5,181 lb<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Weight in package<\/td><td>2.410 kg \/ 5,313 lb<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Maximum load<\/td><td>2.000 kg \/ 4,409 lb<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Maximum persons<\/td><td>12 (Category B*) \/ 18 (Category C*)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Design category<\/td><td>B* \/ C*<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Recommended engine power<\/td><td>2 \u00d7 300 hp \/ 2 \u00d7 220,6 kW<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Maximum engine power<\/td><td>1 \u00d7 700 hp or 2 \u00d7 350 hp \/ 1 \u00d7 522 kW or 2 \u00d7 261 kW<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Maximum engine weight<\/td><td>700 kg \/ 1,543 lb<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Engine shaft length<\/td><td>1 \u00d7 30 in (ultra long) \/ 2 \u00d7 25 in (extra long)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Deadrise<\/td><td>30\u00b0 (midsection) \/ 22\u00b0 (aft)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Tube diameter<\/td><td>60 cm \/ 24 inch<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Tube compartments<\/td><td>7<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Tube material<\/td><td>PVC \/ Hypalon<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/grandboats.com\/\" 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:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@GrandBoatsAustralia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The New Grand G980 Boat Tour The Grand G980 is a new 10-metre Rigid Inflatable Boat (RIB) from Ukrainian manufacturer Grand Boats. It combines modern design with high-performance engineering for recreational boating. The Grand G980 celebrates 25 years of Grand Boats&#8217; experience in designing and building premium Rigid Inflatable Boats. 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