Achilles SU-18 Inflatable Boat
$9,585.00
The Achilles SU-18 Inflatable Boat is the largest and toughest model in the SU series, engineered for extreme payloads and professional operations. Featuring double-layer Hypalon fabric and a heavy-duty rigid deck, it delivers unmatched strength and capacity.
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Overview Achilles SU-18 Inflatable Boat
The Achilles SU-18 Inflatable Boat is the ultimate heavy-duty inflatable in the SU Sport Utility lineup, designed for commercial, rescue, and industrial marine operations that demand maximum capacity and durability. Built with a two-ply, 840-denier nylon-reinforced Hypalon fabric and an ultra-rigid deck system, it is capable of carrying massive loads while maintaining stability, safety, and performance.
Features and Performance
- Double-Layer 840-Denier Hypalon (CSM) Fabric Two-ply construction delivers exceptional resistance to tearing, abrasion, UV exposure, and harsh marine environments.
- Heavy-Duty Rigid Aluminum & Fiberglass Deck System Provides outstanding rigidity for heavy cargo, equipment, and high foot traffic.
- Extra-Wide 24” Tube Diameter Maximizes buoyancy, stability, and safety under extreme payloads.
- Full-Length Chafe Guard & Reinforced Wear Patches Protects tubes during docking, beaching, and commercial operations.
- Recessed Heavy-Duty Valves & Reinforced Lifting Points Designed for safety, durability, and repeated professional handling.
- Air Keel Design Improves tracking, control, and planing efficiency under load.
- Fiberglass-Encased Transom with Aluminum Plate Engineered to support long-shaft outboards up to 90hp reliably.
- Four-Layer Seam Construction Reinforces all major seams for maximum structural integrity.
Why You Should Buy it
- Largest and highest-capacity inflatable in the Achilles SU series
- Designed for commercial, rescue, and industrial marine operations
- Exceptional payload capacity for people, equipment, or cargo
- Double-layer Hypalon fabric built for extreme durability
- Capable of planing with very large passenger loads
- Backed by Achilles 5-Year Warranty for professional confidence
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 18' |
| Overall Beam | 7'7" |
| Inside Length | 12' |
| Inside Beam | 3'7" |
| Weight | 433 lbs |
| Capacity | 11 persons or 4,630 lbs |
| Maximum Motor | 90hp Long Shaft |
| Recommended Motor | 50hp Long Shaft |
| Maximum Motor Weight | 375 lbs |
| Tube Diameter | 24" |
| Air Chambers | 5 + Keel |
| Fabric Type | Hypalon (CSM), double-layer |
| Warranty | Achilles 5-Year Warranty |
| Stowed Dimensions (Hull) | 6'3" x 3'3" x 1'4" |
| Stowed Dimensions (Floor) | 4'4" x 3'1" x 8" |
- Aluminum and fiberglass floorboards with stringer system
- Two high-volume foot pumps
- Maintenance kit
- Owner’s manual
Frequently Asked Questions About Achilles SU-18 Inflatable Boat
Where does the Achilles SU-18 Inflatable Boat fit best on the water?
Achilles SU-18 Inflatable Boat is designed as a portable roll-up dinghy for easy launch handling, compact storage, and dependable short-range tender use. The published details list an overall length of 18', 11 persons or 4,630 lbs, a recommended motor of 50hp Long Shaft, and a maximum motor of 90hp Long Shaft.
What construction details matter on this roll-up model?
This inflatable boat is presented as a simpler inflatable layout intended to stay easier to transport and store than a hard-bottom tender. The published details also mention Hypalon (CSM), double-layer construction, stowed dimensions of 6'3" x 3'3" x 1'4", and an overall length of 18', which helps buyers judge storage and handling needs.
How much load and engine support is listed for this model?
This boat is published with 11 persons or 4,630 lbs, a recommended motor of 50hp Long Shaft, a maximum motor of 90hp Long Shaft, and a maximum engine weight of 375 lbs. Those published figures help place the model in the right tender or light-duty boating role.
What package items are supplied with this model?
The package is described as including Two high-volume foot pumps, Maintenance kit, Aluminum and fiberglass floorboards with stringer system, and Owner’s manual. That added context helps buyers understand how complete the delivered package is before planning any extras.

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