RIB520A

The RIB520A is the lightest 5.2-metre rigid-hull inflatable boat in the Wavefella range, weighing just 200 kg with a 2.00 m beam for easy trailering and single-handed launching. Rated for outboard engines up to 85 HP with a 980 kg payload capacity for 8 persons, this open-deck platform is designed for operators who prefer to build their own console, seating, and accessory package —ideal for custom fishing rigs, dive support boats, and expedition tenders where every kilogram of payload counts.

Standard Equipment

Hull & Tubes

• Hand-laid fibreglass deep-V hull with gelcoat finish
• 5 independent air chambers with 52 cm diameter tubes
• Grey non-slip deck surface

Oars & Pumps

• 2 oars
• Foot pump
• Repair kit

Seating

• 2 bench seats
• Front cabin with cushion

Deck & Hardware

• Fibreglass anchor tray
• Bow towing eye
• Stern lifting points
• Full-length grab lines

Options & Accessories

• 5.5 kg anchor
• Life jacket
• Foldable aluminium sunroof
• Electric pump
• 60 A battery with box
• Fibreglass step ends
• Boat cover
• Consoles
• Seat box
• Mechanical steering system
• Hydraulic steering system
• Trailer
• Teak floor
• Stainless steel targa with 3 navigation lights
• 60 L built-in fuel tank
• Battery charger / maintainer
• Bimini top / folding sun canopy
• Deluxe tube repair kit
• Dock lines (4x)
• Fender set (4x) with lines
• Garmin or similar GPS/fishfinder combo
• Mooring cover (heavy-duty)
• Spare propeller
• Stainless steel boarding ladder
• VHF radio with DSC

Technical Features

• Hull: CE-certified hand-laid fibreglass deep-V hull with a 2.00 m beam. At just 200 kg, the 520A is among the lightest 5.2-metre RIBs available —easily trailerable behind a standard passenger vehicle and simple to launch single-handed. Gelcoat in white, grey, navy, red, or custom RAL.
• Tubes: 52 cm diameter Hypalon tubes with 5 independent air chambers providing ample buoyancy for the 980 kg max load. Tube colours: black, grey, white, orange, red, or blue. PVC standard; Hypalon upgrade recommended for extended UV resistance.
• Deck & Layout: Clean open deck with two bench seats and a front cabin cushion. The absence of a fixed console leaves maximum flexibility for custom electronics, steering, and seating installations —ideal for fleet standardisation.
• Engine & Performance: Max rating 85 HP (63.38 kW). The ultra-light 200 kg hull planes with modest power, delivering estimated cruising speeds of 22—8 knots and top speeds of 30—0 knots with 8 persons aboard.
• Safety: 5-chamber redundancy with full-length grab lines. The deep-V hull provides stable offshore handling. A bilge pump is recommended for extended offshore operations.
• Manufacturing & Quality: Hand-laid fibreglass with vinylester resin and gelcoat. Tubes assembled via thermofusion welding for leak-proof seams. Every hull tank-tested for 48 hours prior to fitting.
• Certifications: CE approved under the EU Recreational Craft Directive. ISO 9001:2015 quality management. Hull warranty 5 years, tube warranty 2 years.
• Customisation: Full customisation —tube and hull colours, console layout, seating, and graphics for fleet, government, or OEM orders.

Ideal Uses

The RIB520A is built for boaters, fishing enthusiasts, and commercial operators who want a 5.2 m RIB for coastal and offshore use but prefer to specify their own console and accessory package. Its class-leading light weight and 980 kg payload make it a top choice for commercial fishing, dive operations, and expedition support where payload efficiency and towing convenience are critical.