RIB580A

Stepping up to 5.8 metres, the RIB580A offers greater carrying capacity and a higher 115 HP power rating than its smaller siblings, making it a versatile platform for offshore expedition transport and serious deep-sea fishing. Its 2.38 m beam and 450 kg fibreglass hull provide a stable, confident ride even when loaded to its 1,200 kg maximum with 8 persons and equipment. Standard equipment includes a centre console, seat box, front and rear cabin cushions, 90 L built-in fuel tank, and a fibreglass or stainless steel targa with 3 navigation lights.

Standard Equipment

Hull & Tubes

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

Oars & Pumps

• 2 oars
• Foot pump
• Bilge pump
• Repair kit

Console & Seating

• Centre console with windscreen
• Front and back cabin with cushions
• Seat box

Safety Items

• Bilge pump
• Stainless steel handles
• Stainless steel ski bar
• Full-length grab lines

Fuel Systems & Hardware

• Fibreglass anchor tray
• 90 L built-in fuel tank
• Fibreglass or stainless steel targa with 3 navigation lights

Options & Accessories

• 5.5 kg anchor
• Life jacket
• Foldable or stainless steel T-TOP sunroof
• Electric pump
• Fibreglass step ends
• Trailer / boat cover / teak floor
• 60 A battery with box
• Hydraulic steering system
• Mechanical steering system
• Luxury console
• Stainless steel handrails
• Full enclosure weather canopy
• Garmin GPSMAP chartplotter/sounder combo
• Digital fuel flow meter
• Trim tabs (electric or hydraulic)
• Fender set (6x large) with lines
• Heavy-duty mooring cover
• Automatic bilge pump (secondary)
• Fire extinguisher system
• EPIRB / PLB
• Spare propeller set
• LED underwater lighting kit
• Freshwater deck wash system

Technical Features

• Hull: CE-certified hand-laid fibreglass deep-V hull with a 2.38 m beam, designed for demanding offshore conditions. The 450 kg hull strikes an excellent balance between structural robustness and trailering practicality. Self-bailing deck. Hull colours: white, navy, battleship grey, black, or custom RAL.
• Tubes: 52 cm diameter with 5 air chambers providing reliable buoyancy and a stable platform. Tube colours: black, grey, white, orange, red, or blue. Standard PVC construction; Hypalon upgrade available for extended UV resistance.
• Deck & Layout: Centre console with windscreen, front and rear cabin cushions, seat box, fibreglass anchor tray, and 90 L built-in fuel tank. The stainless steel ski bar adds towed activity capability, and the targa arch with navigation lights enables all-weather operation.
• Engine & Performance: Supports outboards up to 115 HP (85.75 kW). With a 90—15 HP engine, expect cruising speeds of 22—6 knots and top speeds of 30—6 knots, delivering brisk offshore cruising and confident towing of water sports participants.
• Safety: 5-chamber redundancy, bilge pump, stainless steel targa with integrated navigation lights, ski bar for towed activities, and stainless steel handles for secure deck movement.
• Manufacturing & Quality: Hand-laid GRP hull with isophthalic polyester resin and UV-stable gelcoat. Tubes assembled via hot-air thermofusion welding. Hull structure vacuum-bagged for optimal glass-to-resin ratio. Every hull water-tested for 72 hours.
• Certifications: CE Category B (offshore) certified under EU Directive 2013/53/EU. ISO 9001:2015 quality management. Hull warranty 5 years, tube warranty 2 years.
• Customisation: Full customisation for commercial fleets —hull and tube colours, console and seating layout, electronics package, and vessel graphics.

Ideal Uses

The RIB580A is built for boaters, fishing enthusiasts, marine professionals, and commercial operators who need a 5.8 m RIB capable of carrying 8 persons for coastal patrols, offshore fishing expeditions, and water sports in demanding marine environments. The 1,200 kg payload capacity and 90 L fuel tank make it especially well suited to extended offshore charters, expedition support, and multi-day fishing trips where payload and range are critical.