AB Ventus 12 VL 12′ Lightweight RIB Yacht Tender

Description

At 3.66 m, or 12 ft, the AB Inflatables Ventus 12 VL uses a light hand-laid fiberglass V-hull and a single fiberglass deck with a non-skid surface. Three buoyancy tubes use ORCA CSM 1100 dtex fabric with cold-cured hand-laminated seams. At 88 kg, or 194 lb, the boat should be assessed against lift, trailer, storage, and dock requirements. Its open layout includes a removable fiberglass rowing bench and bow locker with storage.

ISO capacity is five persons, and the 570 kg, or 1,256 lb, maximum payload applies to passenger and cargo loading. A 20-inch long-shaft outboard matches the specified transom configuration, with 15 HP recommended, 25 HP maximum, and a 75 kg, or 165 lb, engine-weight limit. Leafield C7 Push-Push valves serve the three buoyancy chambers, while CE Category C applies to the stated inshore and coastal classification.

Key Specifications of the AB Inflatables Ventus 12 VL Rigid Inflatable Boat

• The ultra-light open fiberglass RIB measures 3.66 m, or 12 ft, overall and has an 88 kg net weight.
• A light hand-laid fiberglass V-hull defines the documented rigid-hull construction for this open yacht tender configuration.
• The hand-laid fiberglass single deck uses a non-skid surface, establishing the specified deck arrangement for the open hull layout.
• Three buoyancy tubes use ORCA CSM 1100 dtex fabric with cold-cured hand-laminated seams for the documented tube construction.
• ISO capacity is five persons, and the 570 kg maximum payload sets the stated passenger and cargo limit.
• A 20-inch long-shaft outboard is required, with 15 HP recommended and 25 HP maximum for propulsion selection.
• Outboard weight must not exceed 75 kg, requiring engine selection within the stated transom-loading limit before rigging.

Hull, Deck, and Capacity

An internal length of 2.70 m, or 8 ft 10 in, and an internal width of 0.84 m, or 2 ft 9 in, define the stated usable hull space. A 0.43 m, or 17 in, tube diameter accompanies the fiberglass V-hull, single deck, and three-chamber tube configuration.

Included equipment consists of a removable fiberglass rowing bench, bow locker with storage, heavy-duty rubbing strake, stainless steel bow and stern lifting eyes, and oars with oarlocks. Leafield C7 Push-Push valves serve each tube chamber. Keep passenger loading, cargo arrangement, outboard shaft length, engine output, and engine weight within the stated limits.

Why Choose the AB Inflatables Ventus 12 VL Rigid Inflatable Boat

The Ventus 12 VL rigid inflatable boat combines a 3.66 m light fiberglass V-hull with a single deck, removable rowing bench, bow locker, and three ORCA CSM buoyancy chambers. Its 88 kg net weight, five-person ISO capacity, 570 kg payload rating, 20-inch long-shaft requirement, 15 HP recommended power, 25 HP maximum power, and 75 kg engine limit offer defined comparison points for an open fiberglass tender.

Setup and Outboard Considerations

Included components cover the removable fiberglass rowing bench, bow locker with storage, rubbing strake, stainless steel bow and stern lifting eyes, and oars with oarlocks. Select a 20-inch long-shaft outboard before rigging, then keep engine output at or below 25 HP and engine weight at or below 75 kg. Inflate the three buoyancy chambers through the Leafield C7 Push-Push valves.

Warranty and Support

AB Inflatables provides a 10-Year Limited Warranty covering ORCA CSM fabric and fiberglass hull structure. Mulmarine.com can help you review the 3.66 m hull dimensions, 88 kg net weight, 570 kg payload limit, long-shaft outboard requirement, and 75 kg engine-weight limit against your lifting, trailer, storage, and propulsion plan before purchase. Review the stated warranty coverage and documented included components before ordering.

Before Ordering the AB Inflatables Ventus 12 VL Rigid Inflatable Boat

Confirm that your lifting, trailer, dock, and storage plan supports the 3.66 m overall length and 88 kg net weight. You should use a 20-inch long-shaft outboard, select 15 HP as the recommended power level, avoid exceeding 25 HP or 75 kg engine weight, and remain within the five-person and 570 kg maximum capacity limits.