AB Ventus 9 VL Fiberglass Deep-V RIB Inflatable Boat, 2022

The AB Ventus 9 VL is a 9'6" rigid inflatable boat with a full-length fiberglass deep-V hull and Hypalon tubes, rated for up to a 15 HP short-shaft outboard. It weighs 106 lbs and carries 4 persons or 1393 lbs.

AB Inflatables designed the Ventus as a light fiberglass tender with a deeper freeboard, a roomy interior and integrated non-skid deck material. An additional air chamber is built into the hull, and the boat can be lifted onto a deck or davits or pulled up onto a sandy beach.

Standard features include 3-point davit lifting rings, bow and stern carry handles, bow tow rings, a rub rail and a removable seat. Oars, a hand pump and a maintenance kit are supplied, and the 17" tubes have 3 air chambers.

Highlights

• 9'6" length overall, 5'7" beam

• Max motor 15 HP short shaft, recommended 10 HP short

• Capacity 4 persons or 1393 lbs

• 106 lbs weight

• Additional air chamber built into the hull

• Oars, hand pump and maintenance kit included

Specifications

Good to know

• May need to be registered or titled in your state; the paperwork that comes with the unit is supplied.