Ultimate BoatingBombard Explorer 420

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Bombard Explorer 420

The Bombard Explorer 420 is a RIB with a 4.2 m length overall and a 1.9 m beam.

The essentials: this model against its direct rivals

Where it offers less

  • The lightest of its group165 kgtrailerable behind a car (width ≤ 2.55 m, no special convoy)rivals: 204 to 270 kg

Key figures

Propulsion
Outboard
Length overall
4.2 m
Beam
1.9 m
Max power
50 hp
Number of engines
1
CE category
C
Persons
7
Dry weight
165 kg
Deadrise
19 °
Shaft
L

Head to head with its direct rivals

Side-by-side figures for the Explorer 420 against Grand Marine G420LF (Golden Line G420) · Zodiac Nautic Open 4.2 · Highfield Boats Classic 420, at comparable boat type and size.

CharacteristicExplorer 420Grand Marine G420LF (Golden Line G420)Zodiac Nautic Open 4.2Highfield Boats Classic 420
Length overall m4.24.24.24.21
Beam m1.91.981.92.1
Persons people7668
Max power hp50605060
Dry weight kg165255270204
Fuel Ln/a554640
Deadrise °19171920

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Technical specifications

Inside length2.9 m
Inside width0.95 m
Tube diameter0.455 m
Maximum load780 kg
Airtight chambers3
Recommended power30 hp
Tube fabricTissu Strongan Duotex (PVC)

Usage programmes

FishingTow sports (ski, wakeboard, tube)Family / cruising

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