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Aquafarer Defender 860 (DF860) Heavy Interceptor & Offshore SAR Flagship
The ultimate 8.6-meter flagship model with the largest volume and strongest propulsion in the Defender Commercial/Special Operations Series.
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Overall Length 8.60 m / 28' 3'
Internal Length 6.80 m / 22' 4'
Beam 3.10 m / 10' 2'
Internal Beam 1.88 m / 6' 2'
Deadrise 26° (Category B Offshore Deep-V Commercial Hull)
Tube Diameter 60 cm / 24'
Full Specifications ▼
Air Chambers 6
Fuel Tank 285 L (Standard; optional dual extra-large fuel tank system) / 75 Gal
Max Load 1,800 kg / 3,968 lb
Max Persons 18 persons
Boat Weight 1,450 kg / 3,196 lb
Max Engine Weight 590 kg / 1,300 lb
Max Power 500 HP (Supports twin 2x250 HP)
Recommended Power 400 HP
Engine Shaft XXL Single (Single 30') / XL Twin (Twin 25')
Design Category CE Category B (Offshore) / Category C
TLDR
An 8.60m heavy interceptor flagship with 5mm aluminum 26° deep V hull, 60cm tubes, twin 250 HP engines (500 HP total), 1.88m ultra-wide deck.
- Coast guard, military/police tactical units, and special maritime operations.
- Use cases: Offshore special interception, Extreme weather SAR, Military/police tactical operations
Aquafarer Defender 860 (DF860) Heavy Interceptor & Offshore SAR Flagship
The ultimate 8.6-meter flagship model with the largest volume and strongest propulsion in the Defender Commercial/Special Operations Series.
DF860 is specifically engineered for offshore Search and Rescue (SAR) under extreme sea conditions, coast guard special interception, and military/police tactical maritime operations.
Key Features
- Long-Range Fuel Management: Built-in large-capacity under-floor fuel tank lowers the center of gravity while ensuring range for long-distance anti-smuggling, rescue, and patrol operations.
Available Colors & Materials
- Fabric: Standard premium French ORCA® Hypalon material, with optional reinforced collision armor/rubbing strakes.
- Dark Grey, Black, Tactical Grey, and High-Visibility Rescue Red.
Standard Features
- Defender flagship commercial console (supports multiple 12”-16” chartplotter/radar large screens and VHF radio station)
- Professional Suspension Seats with Shock Mitigation (Hydraulic/Pneumatic)
Boat weight includes standard flagship commercial console and seating; excludes outboard engine dry weight and fuel.
Why this exists
Military and special operations need the largest, most powerful Defender for extreme offshore operations.
Product Definition
Who is it for?
An 8.60m heavy interceptor flagship with 5mm aluminum 26° deep V hull, 60cm tubes, twin 250 HP engines (500 HP total), 1.88m ultra-wide deck.
Designed for
Coast guard, military/police tactical units, and special maritime operations.
Best For Your Business
Clubs
8.6m ultimate flagship interceptor with 500 HP twin engines.
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 860 (DF860) is built for professional duty cycles — heavy-duty protection, commercial paint, and reinforced structure withstand daily commercial use.
Use Cases
Offshore special interception
Extreme weather SAR
Military/police tactical operations
Heavy commercial engineering
Skill level
professional
Comparison
How it compares
The DF860 is the ultimate Defender flagship — 8.6m, 500 HP twins, 1.88m ultra-wide deck, flagship console.
Frequently Asked Questions
What display sizes can the console accommodate? ▼
Multiple 12-16 inch chartplotter/radar displays and VHF radio stations.
Is there a heavy-duty T-Top option? ▼
Yes, a heavy-duty T-Top canopy / radar and warning light arch is available.
Technical Data
Full Specifications
| Overall Length | 8.60 m / 28' 3' |
| Internal Length | 6.80 m / 22' 4' |
| Beam | 3.10 m / 10' 2' |
| Internal Beam | 1.88 m / 6' 2' |
| Deadrise | 26° (Category B Offshore Deep-V Commercial Hull) |
| Tube Diameter | 60 cm / 24' |
| Air Chambers | 6 |
| Fuel Tank | 285 L (Standard; optional dual extra-large fuel tank system) / 75 Gal |
| Max Load | 1,800 kg / 3,968 lb |
| Max Persons | 18 persons |
| Boat Weight | 1,450 kg / 3,196 lb |
| Max Engine Weight | 590 kg / 1,300 lb |
| Max Power | 500 HP (Supports twin 2x250 HP) |
| Recommended Power | 400 HP |
| Engine Shaft | XXL Single (Single 30') / XL Twin (Twin 25') |
| Design Category | CE Category B (Offshore) / Category C |
Construction
Materials & Construction
hull
5mm aluminum 26° offshore deep V
tubes
ORCA Hypalon 60cm
max engine
500 HP (twin 2x250 HP)
capacity
18 persons
fuel
285 L (optional dual tank)
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
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CE Certified
Independently tested to EU safety standards — TÜV Rheinland.
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ISO 9001:2015
Quality management system certified by SGS since 2022.
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Tested to Standard
Every unit pressure tested at 1.25x rated PSI for 24-48 hours.
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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).
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REACH & RoHS
All materials comply with EU chemical and environmental regulations.
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BSCI Certified
Social compliance audit verified for ethical manufacturing.
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