Apollo Duck Boat Archive
Ribquest LR53
The Ribquest LR53 combines the most advanced elements of RIB design with a sporting and dynamic image. The main design objective of the LR53 was to produce a RIB with maximum deck space without encroaching on Ribquest’s stylish, streamline looks. The LR53 is a favourite for every occasion such as exploring, fishing, water sports and ultimate working boat.
Specifications
Length: | 5.3m |
Beam overall: | Internal 1.5m External 2.1m |
Maximum draught (fully laden): | 0.86m |
Air draft: | 2.5m |
Recommended maximum engine power: | 90kw/120hp |
Approx unladen weight: | 340kg |
Maximum number of persons: | 750kg/10 persons |
Baggage weight & other carry-on weights: | 140kg |
Max load as on builders plate: | 890kg |
Maximum capacity of fuel tanks: | 2 x 25ltr |
Weight fully laden: | 1,430kg |
Features:
The LR53 is affordable and adaptable with an ample deck providing comfortable and habitable space. It is practical and safe with outstanding handling characteristics at both high and low speeds.
When mooring it handles superbly and with its fast responsive steering the LR53 provides good all round exciting fun yet is reassuringly strong and reliable even in the most testing weather conditions.
This balance between physical dimensions, ride comfort and ease of use makes the LR53 extremely popular with rescue and vigilance boats in sailing and water sport clubs. The LR53 has a combination of sporting performance and practical qualities that will turn every ride into an experience to be savoured.
Not only is the LR53 easy to handle in the water, but it is easy to manoeuvre out of the water. It can be easily towed by the average family vehicle and is easy to launch and recover.
The LR53 has excellent performance statistics even with low powered engines, making it ideal for the novice or first time RIB owner with limited experience, as well as the well-healed expert mariner.
ID: 2008