Comparison set
Best Aluminium RIBs in Australia
Aluminium hulls dominate the Australian tender market for good reason: they save 15–30% over comparable fibreglass, they tolerate rock and coral landings that would gouge gelcoat, and they hold value. This is the full comparison set worth quoting.
25Models shortlisted
7Brands
RIB TendersMarket
2026-10-05Last reviewed
What we weighted
Best Aluminium RIBs in Australia Selection Criteria
- Hull weight for length
- Tube material options
- Australian parts support
- Beaching tolerance
Best Aluminium RIBs in Australia Recommended Models
Highfield
| Model | Brand | Length | Max power | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UL240 | Highfield | 2.40 m | 6 hp | Lightest rigid-hull option |
| UL260 | Highfield | 2.60 m | 8 hp | Excellent small-yacht RIB where davit capacity is limited |
| UL290 | Highfield | 2.90 m | 15 hp | The cruising-couple sweet spot: useful without becoming unmanageable |
| UL310 | Highfield | 3.13 m | 15 hp | Strong liveaboard candidate where floor and payload matter |
| UL340 | Highfield | 3.37 m | 20 hp | Better suited to larger catamarans and family cruising |
| Classic 260 | Highfield | 2.60 m | 15 hp | Entry point of the Classic range |
| Classic 460 | Highfield | 4.59 m | 70 hp | Top of the Classic range |
Island Inflatables
| Model | Brand | Length | Max power | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Island 2.3 RIB | Island Inflatables | 2.30 m | — | PVC and Hypalon variants |
| Island 2.7 RIB | Island Inflatables | 2.70 m | — | PVC and Hypalon variants |
| Island 3.1 RIB | Island Inflatables | 3.10 m | — | PVC and Hypalon variants |
| Island 3.65 RIB | Island Inflatables | 3.65 m | — | PVC and Hypalon variants |
Sirocco
| Model | Brand | Length | Max power | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A270D | Sirocco Marine | 2.70 m | — | Double-deck configuration |
| A330L | Sirocco Marine | 3.30 m | — | 3.30 m long. Included for direct comparison within this buyer set; verify the complete current specification before deciding. |
| Alloy 360L | Sirocco Marine | 3.60 m | — | 3.60 m long. Included for direct comparison within this buyer set; verify the complete current specification before deciding. |
| A500L | Sirocco Marine | 5.00 m | — | 5.00 m long. Included for direct comparison within this buyer set; verify the complete current specification before deciding. |
| A580V | Sirocco Marine | 5.80 m | — | 5.80 m long. Included for direct comparison within this buyer set; verify the complete current specification before deciding. |
GALA
| Model | Brand | Length | Max power | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlantis A270 | GALA | 2.70 m | — | 2.70 m long. Included for direct comparison within this buyer set; verify the complete current specification before deciding. |
| Atlantis A300D | GALA | 3.00 m | — | 3.00 m long. Included for direct comparison within this buyer set; verify the complete current specification before deciding. |
Aquaspirit
| Model | Brand | Length | Max power | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S370 | Aquaspirit | 3.70 m | — | 3.70 m long. Included for direct comparison within this buyer set; verify the complete current specification before deciding. |
AB Inflatables
| Model | Brand | Length | Max power | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lammina 9 AL | AB Inflatables | — | — | A Lammina AL range variant included for cross-shopping. Public specifications remain incomplete, so confirm dimensions, weight and availability with the supplier. |
| Lammina 9 UL | AB Inflatables | — | — | A Lammina UL range variant included for cross-shopping. Public specifications remain incomplete, so confirm dimensions, weight and availability with the supplier. |
| Alumina 11 ALX | AB Inflatables | — | — | A Alumina range variant included for cross-shopping. Public specifications remain incomplete, so confirm dimensions, weight and availability with the supplier. |
Quicksilver
| Model | Brand | Length | Max power | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alu-RIB 270 | Quicksilver Inflatables | 2.70 m | — | 2.70 m long. Included for direct comparison within this buyer set; verify the complete current specification before deciding. |
| Alu-RIB 320 | Quicksilver Inflatables | 3.20 m | — | 3.20 m long. Included for direct comparison within this buyer set; verify the complete current specification before deciding. |
| Alu-RIB Hypalon 350 | Quicksilver Inflatables | 3.50 m | — | Hypalon tubes |