AB Nautilus 17 DLX – 17-Foot Luxury Fiberglass Console Tender

Description

Keep hull dimensions, fuel capacity, and outboard limits defined with the AB Inflatables Nautilus 17 DLX, a 5.18 m, or 17 ft, fiberglass console yacht tender. The deep-V fiberglass hull uses a double molded deck system beneath a hand-laid molded non-skid deck. Its five buoyancy chambers are made from Orca CSM 1100 decitex fabric with cold-cured hand-laminated reinforced seams, while the listed boat weight is 505 kg, or 1,113 lb.

The model has an ISO capacity of eight persons, a maximum payload of 1,000 kg, or 2,204 lb, and a built-in 135 L, or 36 gal, EPA UST fuel tank. A 20-inch long-shaft outboard is required, with 90 HP recommended and 115 HP maximum. Leafield C7 Push-Push valves are specified, and the boat carries a CE Category C designation for inshore and coastal conditions.

Key Specifications of the AB Inflatables Nautilus 17 DLX Rigid Inflatable Boat

• The fiberglass console yacht tender measures 5.18 m, or 17 ft, overall and has a listed net weight of 505 kg.
• A deep-V fiberglass hull with double molded deck construction supports the hand-laid molded non-skid deck in the specified hull configuration.
• Five buoyancy chambers use Orca CSM 1100 decitex fabric with cold-cured hand-laminated reinforced seams for the stated tube construction.
• Maximum ISO passenger capacity is eight persons, while the specified maximum payload capacity is 1,000 kg, or 2,204 lb.
• A 135 L, or 36 gal, EPA UST built-in fuel tank establishes the listed fuel-storage configuration for this yacht tender.
• A 20-inch long-shaft outboard is required, with 90 HP recommended and 115 HP maximum power specified for propulsion selection.
• Leafield C7 Push-Push valves manage five buoyancy chambers, and CE Category C is specified for inshore and coastal conditions.

Hull, Deck, and Capacity

This AB Inflatables yacht tender has an internal length of 4.01 m, or 13 ft 2 in, and an internal width of 1.17 m, or 3 ft 10 in. The stated tube diameter is 0.48 m, or 1 ft 7 in. The deep-V hull, double molded deck system, and hand-laid fiberglass deck define the supplied rigid-hull arrangement.

Included equipment consists of a deluxe console with grab handle and steering system, cushioned seating package, built-in bow locker and cooler compartment, stainless steel ski tow bar, telescoping stainless steel boarding ladder, LED navigation and courtesy lights, automatic bilge pump, and stainless cleats. Stay within the stated passenger, payload, long-shaft outboard, and engine-power limits when configuring the boat.

Why Choose the AB Inflatables Nautilus 17 DLX Rigid Inflatable Boat

The Nautilus 17 DLX rigid inflatable boat combines a 5.18 m fiberglass deep-V hull with a double molded deck, 135 L fuel tank, five Orca CSM buoyancy chambers, console, bow locker, and cooler compartment. Buyers can compare its 505 kg net weight, eight-person ISO capacity, 1,000 kg payload rating, CE Category C designation, 20-inch long-shaft requirement, 90 HP recommended power, and 115 HP maximum power with other console tender packages.

Setup and Outboard Considerations

The listed equipment includes the deluxe console with steering system, cushioned seating, bow locker and cooler compartment, stainless steel ski tow bar, telescoping boarding ladder, LED navigation and courtesy lights, automatic bilge pump, and stainless cleats. Confirm the 20-inch long-shaft outboard configuration, then match engine output to the stated 90 HP recommendation and 115 HP maximum. Inflate all five buoyancy chambers through the specified Leafield C7 Push-Push valves and remain within the listed capacity limits.

Warranty and Support

AB Inflatables provides a 10-Year Limited Warranty covering Orca CSM fabric and fiberglass hull structure. Before you order, Mulmarine.com can help you review the verified 5.18 m hull dimensions, 505 kg net weight, 135 L fuel tank, long-shaft outboard requirement, and stated capacity limits against your lift, dock, trailer, and propulsion plan. Review the stated warranty coverage and documented included components before purchase.

Before Ordering the AB Inflatables Nautilus 17 DLX Rigid Inflatable Boat

Confirm that your lift, trailer, dock, and storage plan supports the 5.18 m overall length and 505 kg net weight. You should use a 20-inch long-shaft outboard, select 90 HP as the recommended power level, avoid exceeding 115 HP, confirm the 135 L fuel-tank configuration, and remain within the eight-person and 1,000 kg maximum capacity limits.