Zodiac has premiered its Open 5.5 RIB, a 17-foot, deep-V design able to carry 12 people, including the skipper.
The Open 5.5 RIB has five airtight compartments and maximum outboard power of 130 horsepower.
“With its highly stable hull and tube, the Open 5.5 offers comfort and extra-large cargo storage,” Zodiac Nautic North America President Gary Durnan stated in a press release. “Its versatility and performance make this RIB well-suited for a variety of activities, including fishing, diving, water-skiing and cruising.”
Advertisement
What is Zodiac’s nickname for the Open 5.5 RIB: The builder is calling it a “Swiss-Army knife of a boat.”
| Quick specs: | |
|---|---|
| Length overall: | 17’7″ |
| Beam: | 8’4″ |
| Max hp: | 130 |
| Passengers: | 12 |
| Displ.: | 1,290 lbs. |
