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Zar Formenti ZAR 85 SL

The Zar Formenti ZAR 85 SL is a RIB with a 8.72 m length overall and a 3.3 m beam.

The essentials: this model against its direct rivals

Where it offers more than its rivals

  • The heaviest of its group1,900 kgweight, often a sign of a better ride in choprivals: 1,156 to 1,650 kg

Key figures

Propulsion
Outboard
Length overall
8.72 m
Beam
3.3 m
Max power
500 hp
Number of engines
2
Max engine weight
600 kg
Persons
14
Dry weight
1,900 kg
Fuel
400 L
Water tank
100 L
Shaft
1 x XXL / 2 x XL
Model year
2022

Head to head with its direct rivals

Side-by-side figures for the ZAR 85 SL against Nuova Jolly NJ 850 XL · Highfield Boats Patrol 860 · Master 870 Diving, at comparable boat type and size.

CharacteristicZAR 85 SLNuova Jolly NJ 850 XLHighfield Boats Patrol 860Master 870 Diving
Length overall m8.728.738.78.65
Beam m3.33.33.13.3
Max power hp500450600530
Dry weight kg1,9001,4001,1561,650
Fuel L400350430420

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Technical specifications

Tube diameter60 cm
Airtight chambers6
Inside length8.55 m
Inside width2.2 m
Minimum power300 hp
Recommended power400/450 ch

Usage programmes

Family / cruisingTow sports (ski, wakeboard, tube)Offshore trips

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