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Zar Formenti ZF-3

The Zar Formenti ZF-3 is a RIB with a 3.95 m length overall and a 2.05 m beam.

The essentials: this model against its direct rivals

Where it offers more than its rivals

  • The heaviest of its group290 kgweight, often a sign of a better ride in choprivals: 147 to 250 kg
  • Highest rated (plate) power70 hpbuilder's ceiling, engine(s) not includedrivals: 50 to 60 hp

Key figures

Propulsion
Outboard
Length overall
3.95 m
Beam
2.05 m
Max power
70 hp
Number of engines
1
CE category
C
Persons
7
Dry weight
290 kg
Fuel
40 L
Shaft
L

Head to head with its direct rivals

Side-by-side figures for the ZF-3 against AB Inflatables Alumina 13 ALX · Highfield Boats Classic 400 · BRIG Ltd. Eagle 4, at comparable boat type and size.

CharacteristicZF-3AB Inflatables Alumina 13 ALXHighfield Boats Classic 400BRIG Ltd. Eagle 4
Length overall m3.953.963.964
Beam m2.0521.971.95
Persons people7785
Max power hp70505060
Dry weight kg290205147250
Fuel L40n/an/a43
Deadrise °n/an/a2017

How we compare →

Technical specifications

Minimum power25 hp

Usage programmes

Family / cruising

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