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Highfield Boats New Sport RIB Line
Captain's Report
Highfield Boats, which manufacturers aluminum rigid hull inflatable boats (RIBs), is launching the Sport Highfield Boats, which manufacturers aluminum rigid hull inflatable boats (RIBs), is launching the Sport collection for the 2021 model year. The new models could be a choice for yacht owners in search of a tender or used as a primary boat.collection for the 2021 model year. The new models could be a choice for yacht owners in search of a tender or used as a primary boat.
11 New Models
The Sport series includes 11 new models ranging from 9’10” (3 m) to 26’ (8 m). They replace and expand on the Highfield Deluxe and Classic Deluxe series. The SP300, SP330, SP360, SP390, SP420, SP460, SP520, SP560, SP650, SP700 and SP800 have a Euro look and come equipped with EVA foam faux-teak decking, LED lights, diamond-stitched upholstery and more. They are outboard powered and from the SP520 and up, larger models have swim platforms with boarding ladders. Available options include Bimini tops, sun pads, sport arches and freshwater showers. Owners can also choose among six different color options.
The SP300 through the SP360 models have three lifting points and integrated fuel tanks. The SP390 through the SP460 have fuel tanks beneath the deck and have larger swim platforms. Stepping up to the SP520 and SP560, each has a full sundeck option that could be good for sunbathing or casting for fish.
The SP650 and SP700 are based on the hull used for chase boats in major sailing regattas. Their interior layout includes tables and cup holders.
The flagship of the Sport series is the SP800. She has a stepped bottom designed by Petter Martens and is intended for use as a primary day boat or superyacht tender with full fore and aft sundecks standard. Options include a galley with a sink and refrigerator and a private head compartment.
