AB Ventus 8 VL – RIB Tender Boat

At 2.60 m, or 8 ft 6 in, the AB Inflatables Ventus 8 VL combines a light hand-laid fiberglass V-hull with a single fiberglass deck and non-skid surface. Three ORCA CSM 1100 dtex buoyancy tubes use cold-cured hand-laminated seams. The 49 kg, or 108 lb, net weight should be evaluated against the planned lift, storage, trailer, and dock arrangement. Its open layout includes a removable fiberglass rowing bench and bow locker with storage.

ISO capacity is four persons, and the 380 kg, or 838 lb, maximum payload sets the stated passenger and cargo limit. A 15-inch short-shaft outboard matches the specified transom configuration, with 6 HP recommended, 8 HP maximum, and a 38 kg, or 84 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 Ventus 8 VL Rigid Inflatable Boat

The Ventus 8 VL rigid inflatable boat combines a 2.60 m fiberglass V-hull with a single deck, removable rowing bench, bow locker, and three ORCA CSM buoyancy chambers. Its 49 kg net weight, four-person ISO capacity, 380 kg payload rating, CE Category D designation, 15-inch short-shaft requirement, 6 HP recommended power, 8 HP maximum power, and 38 kg engine limit provide clear comparison points for a compact lightweight 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, 49 kg net weight, 380 kg payload limit, short-shaft outboard requirement, and 38 kg engine-weight limit against your lifting, storage, transport, and propulsion plan. Review the stated warranty coverage and documented included components before ordering.

Before Ordering the AB Inflatables Ventus 8 VL Rigid Inflatable Boat

Confirm that your lifting, storage, and dock plan supports the 2.60 m overall length and 49 kg net weight. You should use a 15-inch short-shaft outboard, select 6 HP as the recommended power level, avoid exceeding 8 HP or 38 kg engine weight, and remain within the four-person and 380 kg maximum capacity limits.