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Island Inflatables range guide

Island Inflatables Aluminium RIBs Range

Alloy-hulled RIBs in PVC and Hypalon tube variants.

4 variantsRIB Tenders2.30–3.65 m
Island Inflatables IA290 manufacturer product photograph
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4Variants
2.30–3.65 mLength range
0Detailed spec sets
AustraliaBrand origin

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Island Inflatables Aluminium RIBs Models and Specifications

Alloy-hulled RIBs in PVC and Hypalon tube variants. The Aluminium RIBs 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
Island 2.3 RIB
PVC and Hypalon variants
2.30 m———
Island 2.7 RIB
PVC and Hypalon variants
2.70 m———
Island 3.1 RIB
PVC and Hypalon variants
3.10 m———
Island 3.65 RIB
PVC and Hypalon variants
3.65 m———

How to Choose a Aluminium RIBs 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

0 of 4 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.