Highfield range guide
Highfield Ultralite Range
Aluminium rigid hull at significantly lower weight than comparable GRP RIBs. The cruising sailor's range.
5 variantsRIB Tenders2.40–3.37 m
5Variants
2.40–3.37 mLength range
5Detailed spec sets
FranceBrand origin
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Highfield Ultralite Models and Specifications
Aluminium rigid hull at significantly lower weight than comparable GRP RIBs. The cruising sailor's range. The Ultralite family sits in the Rigid Inflatable Yacht Tenders. Length alone does not settle the choice: verify complete operating weight, propulsion limits, passenger capacity and storage dimensions before ordering.
| Model | Length | Max power | Persons | Hull weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UL240 Lightest rigid-hull option | 2.40 m | 6 hp | 3 | — |
| UL260 Excellent small-yacht RIB where davit capacity is limited | 2.60 m | 8 hp | 4 | — |
| UL290 The cruising-couple sweet spot: useful without becoming unmanageable | 2.90 m | 15 hp | 4 | — |
| UL310 Strong liveaboard candidate where floor and payload matter | 3.13 m | 15 hp | 5 | — |
| UL340 Better suited to larger catamarans and family cruising | 3.37 m | 20 hp | 6 | — |
How to Choose a Ultralite Model
- Aluminium hulls save 15–30% over comparable GRP and are kinder to rocky beaches.
- Fibreglass hulls ride better and finish better, at a weight and price penalty.
- Ready-to-use weight (hull + outboard + fuel + gear) is the number your davits care about.
- 2.9–3.1 m is the sweet spot for most cruising couples: genuinely useful, still liftable.
Evidence check
5 of 5 variants currently have two or more independently recorded specification fields in this database. A dash means the figure was not published in the material reviewed—not zero. Confirm the final specification and Australian configuration before purchase.