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AB Inflatables Mares 12 VSX

The AB Inflatables Mares 12 VSX is a RIB with a 3.66 m length overall and a 1.82 m beam.

The essentials: this model against its direct rivals

Where it offers less

  • Lowest certified capacity5 peopleCE design category for coastal waters, close to shorerivals: 6 people

Key figures

Propulsion
Outboard
Length overall
3.66 m
Beam
1.82 m
Max power
40 hp
Number of engines
1
Max engine weight
100 kg
CE category
C
Persons
5
Dry weight
156 kg
Shaft
L

Head to head with its direct rivals

Side-by-side figures for the Mares 12 VSX against Ranieri International Cayman One Luxury Tender · Selva CRT 365 · Zar Formenti ZF-2, at comparable boat type and size.

CharacteristicMares 12 VSXRanieri International Cayman One Luxury TenderSelva CRT 365Zar Formenti ZF-2
Length overall m3.663.653.653.65
Beam m1.821.921.831.98
Persons people5666
Max power hp40604060
Dry weight kg156250145260
Fuel Ln/a25n/a40

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Technical specifications

Inside length2.67 m
Inside width0.84 m
Tube diameter0.43 m
Tube fabricTissu ORCA (CSM)
Airtight chambers3
Recommended power30 hp
Maximum load860 kg

Usage programmes

Family / cruising

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