Aquafarer Swiftlitee 240 (SW240) Tender
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Mid-size model in the Swiftlitee series. Compared to the SW240 and SW260, the hull deadrise of the SW290 has been increased to 15° (the previous two models were 10.5°), offering better performance.
A 2.90m lightweight aluminum tender with 15° V-hull, 38cm tubes, 15 HP rating, at 39 kg.
Mid-size model in the Swiftlitee series. Compared to the SW240 and SW260, the hull deadrise of the SW290 has been increased to 15° (the previous two models were 10.5°), offering better performance.
Maximum load weight includes crew and cargo, excluding the weight of the engine, fuel, and water.
Boaters want a lightweight tender with better wave-cutting performance than the 10.5° models.
A 2.90m lightweight aluminum tender with 15° V-hull, 38cm tubes, 15 HP rating, at 39 kg.
Designed for
Coastal boaters and yacht owners wanting better performance in a portable tender.
Best For Your Business
Mid-size tender with upgraded 15° deadrise for better performance.
Use Case
Yacht tender, portable recreation, fishing
Operating Cost
Very low — minimal maintenance, no fuel system (portable tank), easy hull cleaning
Expected Lifespan
8-12 years with proper care
Why Businesses Choose It
The Swiftlitee 290 (SW290) is the lightest boat in the Aquafarer range — one-person portable with aluminum durability at minimal operating cost.
Coastal tender
Inshore exploration
Fishing platform
Recreational boating
Skill level
beginner
The SW290 upgrades from 10.5° to 15° deadrise for better wave handling while staying under 40 kg.
| Overall Length | 2.90 m / 9' 6' |
| Internal Length | 2.14 m / 7' 0' |
| Beam | 1.54 m / 5' 1' |
| Internal Beam | 0.77 m / 2' 6' |
| Deadrise | 15° |
| Tube Diameter | 38 cm / 15' |
| Air Chambers | 3 |
| Max Load | 320 kg / 705 lb |
| Max Persons | 4 |
| Boat Weight | 39 kg / 86 lb |
| Max Power | 15 HP |
| Engine Shaft | S (Short Shaft / 15') |
| Design Category | Category C (Inshore) |
| Shipping Dimensions | 255 x 115 x 38 cm / 8'4' x 3'9' x 1'3' |
5 years against manufacturing defects
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