AB Ventus 12 VL RIB
$4,314.00
The AB Ventus 12 VL RIB is a lightweight fiberglass deep-V performance tender offering generous interior space, a smooth and dry ride, and excellent efficiency with lower horsepower outboards.
Overview AB Ventus 12 VL RIB
The AB Ventus 12 VL RIB is a premium rigid inflatable tender designed for owners who need more space without sacrificing lightweight handling. Built with a full-length hand-laid fiberglass deep-V hull and reinforced Orca® Hypalon tubes, this model delivers excellent ride comfort, stability, and efficiency—ideal for cruising, fishing trips, and transporting family or guests.
Features and Performance
- Full-length fiberglass deep-V hull provides smooth wave penetration and stable handling
- Lightweight construction simplifies davit lifting, deck storage, and beach landings
- Minimal horsepower requirement delivers strong performance with excellent fuel efficiency
- Deeper freeboard design improves safety and keeps passengers dry
- Non-skid rubber deck panels enhance onboard grip and confidence
- Additional air chamber under the floor adds an extra layer of flotation safety
- Orca® Hypalon fabric ensures superior resistance to UV, abrasion, and harsh marine use
Why You Should Buy it
- Ideal for owners needing a larger fiberglass tender with seating for up to six
- Combines performance, durability, and lightweight efficiency
- Built by AB Inflatables , backed by a 10-year warranty
- Performs efficiently with lower horsepower outboards , reducing running costs
- Versatile for cruising, fishing, beach access, and guest transport
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 12' |
| Overall Width | 5'10" |
| Interior Length | 8'9" |
| Interior Width | 2'9" |
| Weight | 156 lbs |
| Capacity | 6 persons or 1,975 lbs |
| Recommended Motor | 20hp Short Shaft |
| Maximum Motor | 30hp Short Shaft |
| Tube Diameter | 18" |
| Air Chambers | 3 + 1 |
| Fabric Type | Orca® Hypalon (CSM) |
| Hull Material | Hand-Laid Fiberglass |
| Hull Dimensions | 11'4" x 3'9" x 1'6" |
| Warranty | AB Inflatables 10-Year Warranty |
- AB Ventus 12 VL RIB hull
- Removable stern seat
- Aluminum-shaft paddles
- Paddle holders
- Hand pump
- Maintenance kit
- Owner’s manual
Frequently Asked Questions About AB Ventus 12 VL RIB
What kind of boating is the AB Ventus 12 VL RIB built for?
AB Ventus 12 VL RIB is designed as a rigid inflatable tender for cruising support and tender duties. The published details list Hand-Laid Fiberglass construction with Orca® Hypalon (CSM), 6 persons or 1,975 lbs, and a 30hp Short Shaft limit.
What construction details stand out on this boat?
This tender combines Hand-Laid Fiberglass and Orca® Hypalon (CSM) in its published construction details. Those details, including 18" tubes, 3 + 1 air chambers, and a deep-V running surface, help explain its balance of stability, durability, and ride control.
What do the published carrying and motor figures show?
This model is published with 6 persons or 1,975 lbs, a recommended motor of 20hp Short Shaft, and a maximum motor of 30hp Short Shaft. Those figures are useful for matching the boat to the way you plan to load, power, and use it aboard.
Does this product include the basic tender accessories buyers often need?
The package is described as including Removable stern seat, Hand pump, Maintenance kit, and AB Ventus 12 VL RIB hull. That gives buyers a clearer view of which basic boating or tender accessories are already supplied and which extras may still need to be sourced separately.
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