AB Navigo 8 VS 8’6″ Fiberglass Open RIB Yacht Tender

Review the compact hull, open deck, and outboard requirements of the AB Inflatables Navigo 8 VS before selecting propulsion equipment. This 2.60 m, or 8 ft 6 in, open fiberglass RIB uses a deep-V hand-laid fiberglass hull with a double molded deck system. Its flat fiberglass deck has a non-skid surface, while three buoyancy chambers use ORCA CSM 1100 dtex fabric with cold-cured hand-laminated seams. The 85 kg, or 187 lb, net weight should be assessed with the intended lift and storage arrangement.

ISO capacity is four persons, and the 380 kg, or 838 lb, maximum payload applies to passenger and cargo loading. A 15-inch short-shaft outboard matches the transom configuration, with 8 HP recommended, 10 HP maximum, and a 42 kg, or 93 lb, engine-weight limit. Leafield C7 Push-Push valves serve the three buoyancy chambers, while CE Category D applies to the stated sheltered-waters classification.

Why Choose the AB Inflatables Navigo 8 VS Rigid Inflatable Boat

The Navigo 8 VS rigid inflatable boat combines a 2.60 m fiberglass deep-V hull with an open deck, molded seating, bow locker, stainless lifting rings, and three ORCA CSM buoyancy chambers. Its 85 kg net weight, four-person ISO capacity, 380 kg payload rating, CE Category D designation, 15-inch short-shaft requirement, 8 HP recommended power, 10 HP maximum power, and 42 kg engine limit provide practical comparison points for a compact yacht tender.

Warranty and Support

AB Inflatables provides a 10-Year Limited Warranty covering ORCA CSM fabric and fiberglass hull structure. Before checkout, can help you review the 2.60 m hull dimensions, 85 kg net weight, 380 kg payload limit, short-shaft outboard requirement, and 42 kg engine-weight limit against your lifting, trailer, storage, and propulsion plan. Review the stated warranty coverage and documented included components before ordering.

Before Ordering the AB Inflatables Navigo 8 VS Rigid Inflatable Boat

Confirm that your lifting, trailer, dock, and storage plan supports the 2.60 m overall length and 85 kg net weight. You should use a 15-inch short-shaft outboard, select 8 HP as the recommended power level, avoid exceeding 10 HP or 42 kg engine weight, and remain within the four-person and 380 kg maximum capacity limits.