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Aquafarer Apex Performance 700 (AP700) Luxury Offshore RIB

Luxury performance RIB stepping into the 7-meter (23 ft) offshore flagship dimension within the Apex Performance series.

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Overall Length 6.98 m / 22' 11'
Internal Length 5.23 m / 17' 2'
Beam 2.93 m / 9' 7'
Internal Beam 1.67 m / 5' 6'
Deadrise 26° (Category B offshore deep V hull) / 26°
Tube Diameter 58 cm / 23'
Full Specifications
Air Chambers 6
Fuel Tank 280 L / 74 Gal
Max Load 1,335 kg / 2,943 lb
Max Persons 14
Boat Weight 1,050 kg / 2,315 lb
Max Engine Weight 370 kg / 816 lb
Max Power 250 HP
Recommended Power 200 HP
Engine Shaft XL (Extra Long Shaft / 25')
Design Category Category B (Offshore) / Category B (Offshore)
TLDR

A 7.0m+ luxury offshore RIB with 26° deep V 5mm hull, 280L fuel tank, CE Category B, rated for 250 HP.

  • Experienced offshore boaters and commercial operators.
  • Use cases: Extended offshore cruising, Long-range patrol, Superyacht support vessel

Aquafarer Apex Performance 700 (AP700) Luxury Offshore RIB

Luxury performance RIB stepping into the 7-meter (23 ft) offshore flagship dimension within the Apex Performance series.

Certified under CE Category B (Offshore), featuring a 26° offshore deep V hull deadrise and oversized 58 cm tubes, specially engineered to handle complex, heavy sea conditions with strong winds and rough waves.

Key Features

  • 26° Deep V 5mm Aluminum Hull: Built with 5mm thick high-tensile 5083 marine-grade aluminum alloy, featuring marine-grade passivation pretreatment and high-adhesion anti-corrosion coating for extreme durability.
  • 280L High-Capacity Built-in Fuel Tank: Recessed deep beneath the bilge to lower the center of gravity while providing an extraordinarily long cruising range.
  • Full EVA Anti-slip Deck: Standard high-grade non-slip, comfortable EVA deck covering that boosts comfort and elevates the overall luxury feel.

Available Colors & Materials

  • B-B-B / B-B-DB / B-W-C / DG-G-MB
  • I-B-C / LG-W-DB / LG-W-WB / W-W-WB

Standard Features

  • Premium French ORCA® Hypalon or German Valmex® PVC material.
  • 5mm marine-grade high-tensile aluminum alloy hull (with self-draining deck system).
  • Includes electric bilge pump, full set of navigation/anchor lights, console switch panel, and battery cutoff switch.
  • Integrated lifting points, towing eyes.
  • High-pressure foot pump, aluminum oars, Aquafarer dry bag, and patch repair kit.

Boat weight includes console and seating. Maximum load weight includes crew and cargo (excluding outboard engine weight and fuel).

Why this exists

Offshore boaters need a 7m RIB with ultra-long range and high power for extended missions.

Product Definition

Who is it for?

A 7.0m+ luxury offshore RIB with 26° deep V 5mm hull, 280L fuel tank, CE Category B, rated for 250 HP.

Designed for

Experienced offshore boaters and commercial operators.

Best For Your Business

Clubs Resorts

7-meter luxury offshore RIB with 250 HP and 280L fuel.

Use Case

Luxury tender, day cruising, watersports

Operating Cost

Moderate — annual hull maintenance, engine servicing, tube cleaning

Expected Lifespan

10-15 years with proper maintenance

Why Businesses Choose It

The Apex Performance 700 (AP700) delivers premium luxury finish with aluminum durability — a step above standard tenders with integrated console, EVA deck, and built-in fuel tank.

Use Cases

Extended offshore cruising

Long-range patrol

Superyacht support vessel

Skill level

advanced

Comparison

How it compares

The AP700 doubles the fuel capacity of the AP660 to 280L and increases power to 250 HP.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cruising range with 280L?
With 200-250 HP at cruising speed, approximately 200-300 nautical miles depending on conditions.
Can the AP700 be beached?
The 5mm aluminum hull can handle careful beaching on sand, though the larger size makes anchoring offshore more practical.
Technical Data

Full Specifications

Overall Length 6.98 m / 22' 11'
Internal Length 5.23 m / 17' 2'
Beam 2.93 m / 9' 7'
Internal Beam 1.67 m / 5' 6'
Deadrise 26° (Category B offshore deep V hull) / 26°
Tube Diameter 58 cm / 23'
Air Chambers 6
Fuel Tank 280 L / 74 Gal
Max Load 1,335 kg / 2,943 lb
Max Persons 14
Boat Weight 1,050 kg / 2,315 lb
Max Engine Weight 370 kg / 816 lb
Max Power 250 HP
Recommended Power 200 HP
Engine Shaft XL (Extra Long Shaft / 25')
Design Category Category B (Offshore) / Category B (Offshore)
Construction

Materials & Construction

hull
5mm aluminum 26° offshore deep V
tubes
ORCA Hypalon / Valmex PVC 58cm
max engine
250 HP
capacity
14 persons
fuel
280 L built-in
Compliance

Certifications & Compliance

Certifications

CE (2013/53/EU (RCD)) Certified by TÜV Rheinland
ISO 9001:2015 Certified by SGS
BSCI Certified by Intertek
UKCA Certified by Intertek

Material Compliance

REACH (EU)
RoHS (EU)
California Prop 65

Testing & Warranty

ISO 6185 (RIB Safety)
ASTM D751 (Seam Strength)
ISO 12217 (Stability)
Warranty

5 years against manufacturing defects

CE Certified
Independently tested to EU safety standards — TÜV Rheinland.
ISO 9001:2015
Quality management system certified by SGS since 2022.
Tested to Standard
Every unit pressure tested at 1.25x rated PSI for 24-48 hours.
5-Year Boat Warranty
5-year limited warranty on tube fabric, seams, and hull; 2-year on SUP and accessories. 99.3% defect-free (AQL 2.5/ISO 2859).
REACH & RoHS
All materials comply with EU chemical and environmental regulations.
BSCI Certified
Social compliance audit verified for ethical manufacturing.

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