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Aquafarer Defender 700 (DF700) Commercial & SAR Offshore Workhorse

Stepping into the 7-meter class in the Defender Commercial/Special Operations Series, equipped with an ultra-large 285L fuel tank.

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Overall Length 6.95 m / 22' 10'
Internal Length 5.23 m / 17' 2'
Beam 2.59 m / 8' 6'
Internal Beam 1.38 m / 4' 6'
Deadrise 26° (Category B Offshore Deep-V Commercial Hull)
Tube Diameter 58 cm / 23'
Full Specifications
Air Chambers 6
Fuel Tank 285 L (Ultra-Large Range Fuel Tank) / 75 Gal
Max Load 1,363 kg / 3,005 lb
Max Persons 14 persons
Boat Weight 940 kg / 2,072 lb
Max Engine Weight 370 kg / 815 lb
Max Power 250 HP
Recommended Power 200 HP
Engine Shaft XL Single (Single 25') / L Twin (Twin 20')
Design Category CE Category B (Offshore) / Category C
TLDR

A 6.95m commercial SAR RIB with 5mm aluminum 26° deep V hull, 285L fuel tank, rated for 250 HP.

  • Coast guard, offshore SAR teams, and commercial patrol operators.
  • Use cases: Long-duration offshore patrol, Extended SAR missions, Offshore law enforcement

Aquafarer Defender 700 (DF700) Commercial & SAR Offshore Workhorse

Stepping into the 7-meter class in the Defender Commercial/Special Operations Series, equipped with an ultra-large 285L fuel tank.

DF700 is specifically designed for long-duration offshore maritime law enforcement, Search and Rescue (SAR), and operations under rough sea conditions.

Key Features

  • Supports Single/Twin Engine Configurations: Features a reinforced transom design that supports up to a single 250 HP engine or twin engines… (truncated in source)

Available Colors & Materials

  • Fabric: Standard premium French ORCA® Hypalon or reinforced Valmex® PVC material.
  • Dark Grey, Black, Rescue Red, and Marine Special Duty Liveries.

Standard Features

  • Defender exclusive high-tier commercial console (includes windshield, stainless steel handrails, and large-area dashboard)
  • Single / Double Jockey Seats
  • Professional Pneumatic/Hydraulic Suspension Seats

Boat weight includes standard commercial console and seating; excludes outboard engine dry weight and fuel.

Why this exists

Long-duration offshore patrol and SAR need a 7m RIB with ultra-long range fuel capacity.

Product Definition

Who is it for?

A 6.95m commercial SAR RIB with 5mm aluminum 26° deep V hull, 285L fuel tank, rated for 250 HP.

Designed for

Coast guard, offshore SAR teams, and commercial patrol operators.

Best For Your Business

Clubs

7-meter commercial SAR workhorse with ultra-large 285L fuel tank.

Use Case

Patrol, SAR, commercial operations, dive support

Operating Cost

Low-moderate — commercial-duty components for daily operation, minimal cosmetic maintenance

Expected Lifespan

10-20 years in commercial service

Why Businesses Choose It

The Defender 700 (DF700) is built for professional duty cycles — heavy-duty protection, commercial paint, and reinforced structure withstand daily commercial use.

Use Cases

Long-duration offshore patrol

Extended SAR missions

Offshore law enforcement

Commercial security

Skill level

professional

Comparison

How it compares

The DF700 doubles the DF600 fuel capacity to 285L for multi-day patrol missions without refueling.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can the DF700 run twin engines?
Yes. Reinforced transom supports single 250 HP or twin configuration.
What is the patrol range with 285L?
At patrol cruising speed, approximately 250-350 nautical miles depending on engine and conditions.
Technical Data

Full Specifications

Overall Length 6.95 m / 22' 10'
Internal Length 5.23 m / 17' 2'
Beam 2.59 m / 8' 6'
Internal Beam 1.38 m / 4' 6'
Deadrise 26° (Category B Offshore Deep-V Commercial Hull)
Tube Diameter 58 cm / 23'
Air Chambers 6
Fuel Tank 285 L (Ultra-Large Range Fuel Tank) / 75 Gal
Max Load 1,363 kg / 3,005 lb
Max Persons 14 persons
Boat Weight 940 kg / 2,072 lb
Max Engine Weight 370 kg / 815 lb
Max Power 250 HP
Recommended Power 200 HP
Engine Shaft XL Single (Single 25') / L Twin (Twin 20')
Design Category CE Category B (Offshore) / Category C
Construction

Materials & Construction

hull
5mm aluminum 26° offshore deep V
tubes
ORCA Hypalon / Valmex PVC 58cm
max engine
250 HP (single or twin)
capacity
14 persons
fuel
285 L ultra-large
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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