Skip to content
MARINE EQUIPMENT CATALOG & ORDER SUPPORT EXPERT SUPPORT

AB F17 OPEN – 17-Foot Professional Fiberglass RIB Boat

Commercial work crews require extreme hull durability, allowing this AB F17 OPEN fiberglass RIB to slice rough inshore swell with a hand-laid deep-V hull, carrying 10 divers and 2,469 lbs across Orca 1670 Decitex Hypalon at 860 lbs.

  • Orca 1670-Decitex Hypalon resists chemical degradation
  • Deep-V fiberglass hull cushions rough swell
  • Five independent chambers maintain reserve buoyancy
  • 2469-lb payload transports ten crew members
  • Self-bailing scuppers clear deck water rapidly
$10,980.48
Availability In stock and available to order
Buy Now
Compare Ask a question
Category: Brand: SKU: AB-F17-OPEN
Free standard shipping to eligible destinationsSecure checkout

Keep hull layout, passenger capacity, and outboard limits defined with the AB Inflatables F17 OPEN, a 5.18 m, or 17 ft, professional open-deck fiberglass RIB. Its deep-V hand-laid reinforced fiberglass hull supports a commercial-grade non-skid deck, while five buoyancy chambers use Orca CSM 1670 decitex fabric with cold-cured hand-laminated double seams. The listed 390 kg, or 860 lb, net weight should be included in lift and transport planning.

The boat has an ISO-rated capacity of 10 persons and a stated maximum payload of 1,120 kg, or 2,469 lb. It requires a 20-inch long-shaft outboard, with 70 HP recommended and 90 HP maximum. The optional 110 L, or 29 gal, EPA UST fuel tank should be specified separately where required. Leafield C7 Push-Push valves are listed, and CE Category C applies to the stated inshore and coastal category.

Why Choose the AB Inflatables F17 OPEN Rigid Inflatable Boat

The F17 OPEN rigid inflatable boat combines a 5.18 m fiberglass deep-V hull with an open non-skid deck, five Orca CSM buoyancy chambers, bow storage locker, lifting points, and self-bailing scuppers. Buyers can compare its 390 kg net weight, 10-person ISO capacity, 1,120 kg payload rating, optional 110 L fuel tank, 20-inch long-shaft outboard requirement, 70 HP recommended power, and 90 HP maximum power against other open-deck RIB configurations.

Warranty and Support

AB Inflatables provides a 10-Year Limited Warranty covering Orca CSM fabric and fiberglass hull structure. can help you review the verified 5.18 m hull dimensions, 390 kg net weight, optional 110 L fuel-tank arrangement, 20-inch long-shaft outboard requirement, and stated passenger, payload, and power limits against your planned RIB configuration. Review the stated warranty coverage and documented included components before purchase.

Before Ordering the AB Inflatables F17 OPEN Rigid Inflatable Boat

Confirm that your lifting, trailer, storage, and docking plan supports the 5.18 m overall length and 390 kg net weight. You should use a 20-inch long-shaft outboard, select 70 HP as the recommended power level, avoid exceeding 90 HP, decide whether the optional 110 L fuel tank is required, and remain within the 10-person and 1,120 kg maximum capacity limits.

Payment Protection

Checkout will use the selected PayPal or Stripe payment method.

Free International Shipping

Free standard delivery to the United States, Canada and Australia.

Product Support

Ask for product and compatibility information before ordering.

Stay Ahead on the Water