they look like hard tubes,, foam not air,, the air acts as shocks,, the foram only buoyancy

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What about the redbay stormforce 11? With either full or short cabin?

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get more info on the courgar commercial and viper please,, or have emad do it

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Additional Sites to Explore:

Artic Blue - www.clearwatercompanies.co.uk - has a 37 foot rib with cabin due to come out in June 2007

Cougar - www.cougar-powerboats.com - They are offering an 11 meter and 12 meter RIB but only have a picture of the 11 meter RIB on their site and the wheelhouse on that RIB is not full. Cougar has a racing boat background, so engineering for speed not likely to be problem

Humber Inflatable Boats - www.humberinflatables.co.uk Manufactured an 11 Meter personnel transport RIB for transport to offshore windfarms. They also manufacture military and police boats. Apparently it is also possible to special order RIBs from 12 meters to as long as 15 meters (according to the buyer's guide, the hull lengths come in .5 meter increments. Their website makes no mention of the 12 to 15 meter RIBS, but we can ask if you are interested

Marine Specialized Technology - www.mstltd.com Their website lists a 10 meter wheelbouse RIB and 14 meter Search and Rescue RIB available and the buyer's guide that I have indicates that they have also designed a 12 meter wheelhouse RIB.

Marlin - www.marlinribs.com Comes in a 38 foot cabin inboard version which can be viewed on the Web. Launched in October 2006.

Two particularly interesting sites are copied below. You cannot use the links because I just copied the pages below. You need to go to the actual sites to use the links:

******Redbay Boats - www.redbayboats.com Check out the options on the Stornforce 11 full and short cabin versions. Great web site and may be the boat for you. You really should check this out.

Stormforce 11 - Full Flush GRP Cabin

Background
The Stormforce 11 is the flagship in our range, and offers the best that RIBs can offer. The 11 was a natural development from the 9.1, due to customer demand for a larger RIB. Puffin Dive Centre in Oban took the first two boats out of the mould for their operations on the West Coast of Scotland. Since then, the 11 has developed and continued to grow in its popularity; every 11m RIB is unique and customised according to the customer's requirements. Click here for the development history ... [more].

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Stormforce 11 - Wrap Around Console MKI

Hullform
The Stormforce 11 is a deep V hull form, which is one of the reasons that this RIB has such fantasic abilities in rough offshore conditions. The Deep-V hull is combined with sprayrails to produce additional lift and improve the hydrodynamics of the hull. The tube is designed to sit firmly in contact with the water surface while at rest; this ensures that the RIB has maximum stability.
One of the major design features is the Hard Nose. This was developed due to several reasons, and has proven itself one of the most successful features on this design after many years in testing. The Hard Nose is primarily a safety feature. When a RIB such as this is driven hard in a large sea state, there is a real risk that detubing could occur. Thus, the nose is designed to offer complete protection to the tubes when operating in these conditions. Furthermore, there are actually two independent tubes on each side of the hull, offering even greater safety.
The other features of the hard nose are mainly from a practicality need. The GRP nose offers a much more suitable platform from which to anchor or moor, without any problems with damaging the tubes. It also offers much more internal space; this was incorporated into a large dry storage locker, and in some models facilitates twin berths.

Stormforce 11 - Wrap Around Console MkII

Propulsion
The RIB can be powered by any propulsion system including, Twin Sterndrives, Singe or twin outboards, twin waterjets.

Stormforce 11 - Full GRP Cabin

Design Features
The stormforce 11 models can be built to include the following features:
The RIBs can be equipped with the usual latest range of navigation and electronic equipment.
The RIBs can be fitted with KAB Suspension Seats, Scotia Comfort Seats, or standard PODs etc.
Webcams (IR in engine bay)
Apple Mac entertainment centre
CD entertainment system, PA system
Kannad warm air heating system
Toilet
Fridge
Cooker & Sink
Teak decking
Customised Stainless Steel Work
Wheelchair access
LED interior lighting, deck lighting etc.

Stormforce 11 - Short GRP Cabin

Layouts
Wrap Around Console Mark I
This layout is as the standard warp around console offered to smaller models. It offers good protection to the crew and plenty of dry storage. There is a large anchor locker forward, utilising the full space offered by the hard nose design.
Wrap Around Console Mark II
The design of the Mark II Console is a modern variation of the very popular Wrap Around Console Mark I with much more internal beam and a cabin forward which accommodates twin berths. This model has it's topsides moulded from bow to stern, which gives a very clean and complete finish.
Full GRP Cabin
The cabin version is perhaps the ultimate Redbay offshore cruising machine. Fitted with marine grade glass windows, and a full GRP cabin, this RIB makes total sense when out in the roughest of conditions. Therefore it is the ideal for the ultimate in offshore cruising, offering the most protection comfort and safety to all onboard. The full GRP cabin has twin berths forward, with accommodation for up to 12 passengers and two crew in the main cabin. This version can be built with either a cockpit or fully flush after decks.

Mustang Marine - www.mustangmarine.com - Go to this site and then go to the ribworker site accessible from this site which shows the variety of larger ribs that have been manufactured by Mustang marine. It also shows some for sale. Might be a place you want to look before buying a brand new one. Check out the Ribworker D - 1100- Wheelhouse Passenger RIB

Ribworker D - 1100- Wheelhouse Passenger RIB
One of three craft operating in the Scilly Isles as a full-time, general-purpose island supply/passenger RIB. Special features include the ability to seat 7 people on full suspension seats in the wheelhouse and a further 10 on dedicated seats outside. The 'all-seasons' capability enables the operator to supply the numerous islands, together with trips to the mainland in emergency.

DimensionsPropulsion
Length:10.85mEngine:Scania DI 9
Breadth:3.84mOutput:485bhp
Draft:0.65mGearbox:ZF 305
Weight:6 tonnesRatio:1.0:1
Construction:AluminiumJet:Hamilton 322
Speed:31 knots

Ribworker D-1250 - Inter-Island Ambulance
Designed to provide high speed inter-island ambulance or medivac service. The craft is arranged for multiple stretcher berths or seating in an air conditioned environment. Twin water jet propulsion allows the craft to operate in shallow water with beaching capability.

DimensionsPropulsion
Length:12.56mEngine:Volvo TAMD63
Breadth:3.84mOutput:370 @ 2800 RPM
Draft:0.70mGearbox:ZF
Weight:7.75t OperationalRatio:1
Construction:AluminiumJet:Hamilton HJ274
Speed:32 Knots

Ribworker O-1250 - Oil Support RIB
Two features highlight this RIB from other Ocean Dynamics models; the new modular, solid foam tubes replace the inflatable collar and it features a single lifting point, used for winching aboard (an) offshore oil platforms.
This particular model is for use 100 miles off Equatorial Africa by the Marathon Oil Company, Texas. The 4.5 mtr. wide hull, provides ample walk-around deck space, whilst the special aluminium docking bow allows easy boarding on satellite rigs. Fitted with tropic-friendly wheelhouse and special equipment for successful operation within the oil exploration field.

DimensionsPropulsion
Length:13mEngine:Twin Caterpillar 3126B
Breadth:4.5mOutput:450bhp
Draft:0.65mGearbox:Twin Disc
Weight:8tRatio:
Construction:All aluminium buildJet:Twin Hamilton 322 Waterjets
Central lifting pillar from keel through wheelhouse roofSpeed:38 Knots

Ribworker O-1325 wheelhouse Search & Rescue RIB
This Search & Rescue wheelhouse RIB is operated by 'Venturers Search and Rescue' for rescue duties in The Solent and English Channel, this 13 metre RIB has an extensive array of electronics and special equipment to execute her role as an all weather lifeboat. The RIB is based on an Ocean Dynamics standard 'Ribworker' aluminium hull with 660 mm hypalon-coated Neoprene tubes and twin engines/gearboxes and jets giving high manoeuvrability in the tightest of situations. The design can be adapted for a multitude of roles where a large, wheelhouse RIB is required.

DimensionsPropulsion
Length:13.25mEngine:Twin Caterpillar 3126E
Breadth:4.60mOutput:450bhp
Draft:0.80mGearbox:Twin Disc
Weight:6.8t (operational)Ratio:
Construction:AluminiumJet:Twin Hamilton 292
Speed:36 knots

Hope this was fun and helpful.

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