Ribeye Sports 650

Fast, high performance RIBs – great for long distances.

The Ribeye Sports are pure thoroughbreds.

The design of the 650 and 785 has evolved from the arduous environment of RIB racing. This monocoque deep ‘ V’ hull has proved itself time and again winning many races and championships.

But these Sports RIBs are not just spartan racing boats. The present models have been designed with recreation and conviviality in mind. The latest design features a broader beam. This extra room gives a dimension of spaciousness and increases passenger comfort and stowage capacity.

Compared with hard boats and many other mass-produced RIBs, the Sports hull is very forgiving, safe and predictable offering an exceptionally comfortable and dry ride.

Handling capabilities are superb which is why the Sports range has terrific agility and manoeuvrability with exciting full throttle performance.

The Sports is also the ideal RIB tourer for long distance trips, coast and island hopping, and is totally suitable for family use.

The powerful deep ‘V’ hull is bonded to the moulded, slip-resistant deck forming a true monocoque construction.

The consoles and seats have been ergonomically designed to provide for maximum storage without encroaching on the spaciousness. There is plenty of room to move about.

For sun worshippers the bow will convert into a good-sized sundeck with the addition of a bow cushion.

Both these boats have moulded spray deflectors that give dynamic lift at high speed. The 785 has a unique planing wedge which creates better lateral stability, enhanced turning and precise tracking.

These high performance hulls demand high performance engines. The stunningly fast Yamaha HPDI or the high powered F225 fourstroke are the natural choice. So head for the open sea.

Twin engine options are not standard, but are possible with the Sports 650 & 785.

As with all Ribeye RIBs, the Sports range has the patented rail system which allows consoles and seats to be installed and moved without having to drill holes in the deck. The system comprises two flush fitting aluminium rails running the full length of the deck onto which accessories are attached. This enables weight distribution to be altered easily which is essential to achieve optimum boat handling and performance. This option is also very important given the huge choice in engines and their different weights.

Specifications

Floor Type:
Overall Length:6.60m
Internal Length:5.55m
Overall Width:2.50m
Inside Width:1.58m
Tube Diameter:0.46m
Number of air chambers:5
Number of Persons:10
Maximum payload:1,350kg
Bare boat weight:670kg
Maximum power:150hp
Engine Shaft:XL
Approx maximum speed(mph):
Design Category:B

Standard Specifications

* Hypalon 2 tone blue and light grey tubes, with 6 grab handles, moulded lifeline holders, lifelines, wear patches, dual rubbing strake (S785, S650), single rubbing strake (S800)
* Bow fairlead on GRP moulding with stainless steel cleat
* Moulded deck with flush fitting rail system
* Splashwell included drains, hull drains
* Bow eye, 2 transom U bolts, 2 elephant trunks, anchor eye
* Underdeck stainless steel fuel tank, 150 litre in Sports 650 and 800, 250 litre in Sports 785
* Sports console with front seat, screen and stainless steel rail, cushion and back rest, hatch, removable dash panel
* Deluxe 2-man wraparound helm seat with rear grab rail, fitted onto a stowage box
* Sculpted rear seat
* Bow seat with cushion and locker beneath
* Non feedback steering
* Paddles, pump, repair kit, owner’s manual

Accessories

* Navigator console - S785 only
* Hydraulic steering
* Head rests for sculpted rear seat
* Low rear seat
* Swing back helm seat
* Bow Sunbed
* Bimini Cover
* Overall boat cover
* Boarding Ladder
* 1 man, 2 man, 3 man jockey seats
* A frame with navigation lights
* Teak decking

ID: 691

Ribeye Sports 650 Dealers:

 
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See Ribeye Ltd at http://www.ribeye.co.uk/