D-TUBE VIRTUALLY UNSINKABLE RHIB
RIB Tender – Italian Design, Crafted in Halifax
This fishing rigid inflatable boat (RIB) combines elegant Italian styling with robust Canadian construction. Built in Halifax, Nova Scotia, from marine-grade 5083 aluminum alloy, ORCA PENNEL & FLIPO, it features foam-filled tubes and a fully foam-filled deck for exceptional buoyancy and rigidity.
This boat is designed with no wasted space. Everything has a purpose: an open, uncluttered deck, a dry bow hatch with integrated drainage system, convenient cup holders, and a custom removable gas tank.
Key features include:
• Sound-dampening interior coating to eliminate noise and vibration
• Self-draining bow hatch with integrated cup-holder drainage
• Aluminum handles the removable 12L gas tank
• High-quality upholstery fabricated locally in Halifax
• Custom AWLGRIP paint finish—available in over 10,000 colours
• Virtually unsinkable design—built to stay afloat even in the toughest conditions
Lightweight at 140 kg (including motor), rated for 3 passengers and a 9.9 hp outboard. Designed for quiet, efficient performance on the water.
Perfect for fishing, coastal runs, or leisurely explorations.
Standard package includes:
- Structural aluminum alloy 5083
- Hypalon fabric 866 ORCA PENNEL & FLIPO (color of YOUR CHOICE accept impression fabrics)
- AWLGRIP marine coatings (color of your choice 10,000 Colours to choose from)
- 5-inch thick foam throughout the entire hull perimeter and bottom deck
- Handles, 4 lifting points, cleat, two cup holders, dry bow storage with drainage system, removable seat
- Heavy duty oars, oar locks, oars holders
-Three fishing rod holders, one positioned for trolling, and two on the port & starboard side that can be removed
- Garmin Portable GPS fish Finder
- Battery storage, Electrical box, Power on off switch, USB-A & USB-C w / 12V power Socket
- An integrated welded aluminum keel runs the entire length of the boat.
- AWLGRIP non skid system
-The structural hull comes with a 15-year warranty, while the ORCA fabric is covered for 5 years.
Specifications
overall Length
10' / 3.0m
overall Beam
55'' / 1.4m
inside length
7' / 2.13m
inside beam
45'' / 1.14m
person capacity
3
weight
224lb / 102kg
recommended hp
9.9hp / 7.28kw
maximum hp
15hp / 11kw
shaft length
15'' / 38.1cm
Fuel built-in tank
3.2gal / 12L
RDC design category
C
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Structural assembly and construction process.
Painting
Each vessel receives a premium multi-layer finish with AWLGRIP marine coatings for lasting beauty and protection.
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Key Features
Premium Materials
High grade marine aluminum 5083, ORCA PENNEL & FLIPO 866 Carbon Black fabric, AWLGRIP® high quality marine coatings and non skid deck system.
Safety First
Featuring a solid welded double bottom deck and 5-inch thick foam throughout the entire hull perimeter and bottom deck, this vessel is engineered to be virtually unsinkable.
Practicality
"Every inch of this boat is thoughtfully designed—an open, uncluttered deck with dry storage featuring an integrated drainage system, built-in cup holders, a removable custom gas tank, and an adjustable seat."
Made in Canada
100% designed and manufactured in Nova Scotia, Canada