
Bombard Typhoon 470 ALU – 15-Foot 5-Inch Inflatable with Aluminum Floor
Ferrying 8 adult passengers and heavy shore provisioning, this Bombard Typhoon 470 tactical boat spans a 15-foot 5-inch length with anodized aluminum stringers, supporting a 1,984-lb payload and up to 40 HP on a 216-lb frame.
- Aluminum floorboards prevent hull flex underway
- 1984-lb payload hauls eight adult passengers
- Transom plate secures 40 HP outboards
- Welded PVC seams prevent chamber leaks
Need a foldable inflatable boat with a 4.70 m hull, aluminum panel floor, and a 40 HP maximum outboard rating? The Bombard Typhoon 470 ALU Z55047 has a listed net weight of 98 kg, or 216 lb, and uses an inflatable V-keel with five hull-tube chambers. Its non-slip anodized aluminum floor uses heavy-duty side aluminum stringers, while Plastomère PVC tubes use Strongan Duotex 1100 decitex fabric with high-frequency welded seams.
The boat carries an ISO-rated maximum passenger capacity of eight persons and a maximum payload of 900 kg, or 1,984 lb. Bravo semi-recessed flush valves are specified for the inflatable system. It requires a 15-inch short-shaft outboard, with 25 HP recommended power, 40 HP maximum power, and a maximum engine weight of 95 kg, or 209 lb.
Why Choose the Bombard Typhoon 470 ALU Inflatable Boat
The Typhoon 470 ALU inflatable boat combines a 4.70 m foldable hull with an anodized aluminum panel floor, heavy-duty stringers, inflatable V-keel, and six inflatable chambers. Buyers can compare its 98 kg net weight, eight-person ISO capacity, 900 kg payload rating, 15-inch short-shaft outboard requirement, 25 HP recommended power, 40 HP maximum power, and 95 kg engine-weight limit against other portable inflatable boat configurations.
Warranty and Support
Bombard provides a 2-Year Limited Warranty covering PVC fabric seams, air tubes, and factory workmanship. provides product-information support before purchase and assistance with order-related questions. Review warranty eligibility and current coverage details on before placing your order.
Before Ordering the Bombard Typhoon 470 ALU Inflatable Boat
Verify that your storage, transport, and launch plan accommodates the 98 kg total net weight and separate hull-bag and floor-kit dimensions. You should use a 15-inch short-shaft outboard, select 25 HP as the recommended power level, avoid exceeding 40 HP or 95 kg engine weight, and remain within the eight-person and 900 kg maximum capacity limits.
Product Specifications
Bombard Typhoon 470 ALU - 15-Foot 5-Inch Inflatable with Aluminum Floor
| Brand | Bombard (Zodiac Nautic Group) |
|---|---|
| Full Model SKU / Code | Typhoon 470 ALU (Z55047) |
| Boat Type | Foldable Inflatable Boat (SIB) |
| Floor Type | Non-Slip Anodized Aluminum Panel Floor with Heavy-Duty Side Aluminum Stringers |
| Keel Type | Inflatable V-Keel |
| Fabric Material | Plastomère™ PVC Fabric (Strongan™ Duotex™ 1100 Decitex) |
| Assembly / Seam Technology | Thermobandage Welding / High-Frequency Welded Seams |
| CE Design Category | Category C (Inshore/Coastal) |
| Overall Length | 4.70 m / 15 ft 5 in |
| Inside Length | 3.20 m / 10 ft 6 in |
| Overall Width | 1.90 m / 6 ft 3 in |
| Inside Width | 0.92 m / 3 ft 0 in |
| Tube Diameter | 0.49 m / 1 ft 7 in |
| Total Net Weight | 98 kg / 216 lbs |
| Max Passenger Capacity (ISO) | 8 Persons |
| Max Payload Capacity | 900 kg / 1,984 lbs |
| Number of Air Compartments | 5 (Hull Tubes) + 1 (Inflatable Keel) |
| Valve Type | Bravo Semi-Recessed Flush Valves |
| Outboard Engine Shaft Length | Short Shaft (15" / S) |
| Recommended Engine Power | 25 HP / 19 kW |
| Max Allowed Engine Power | 40 HP / 30 kW |
| Max Allowed Engine Weight | 95 kg / 209 lbs |
| Bag 1 Dimensions (Hull/Tube) | 1.40 x 0.75 x 0.30 m / 4 ft 7 in x 2 ft 6 in x 0 ft 12 in |
| Bag 2 Dimensions (Floor Kit) | 1.20 x 0.80 x 0.16 m / 3 ft 11 in x 2 ft 8 in x 0 ft 6 in |
| Standard Equipment Included | 2x Heavy-Duty Transport Bags (Tube & Floor), 2x Reinforced Aluminum Oars, 1x Manual Foot Air Pump, 1x Maintenance Repair Kit, 1x Aluminum Swimming Bench, 1x Bow Carrying Handle, 4x Molded Side Carrying Handles, 2x Stainless Steel "D" Towing Rings, 2x Tilting Rowlocks, Aluminum Engine Support Plate, Deflector Anti-Chafing Strip, Reinforced Cone Ends |
| Manufacturer Warranty | 2 Years Limited Warranty (Covers PVC Fabric Seams, Air Tubes, and Factory Workmanship) |
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