Highfield Ultralite 290 Large Tube RIB UL290LT PVC
$1,724.00
The Highfield Ultralite 290 Large Tube RIB UL290LT PVC is a lightweight aluminum-hull inflatable tender with oversized tubes, offering excellent stability, easy transport, and confident performance with small outboards.
Overview Highfield Ultralite 290 Large Tube RIB UL290LT PVC
The Highfield Ultralite 290 Large Tube RIB UL290LT PVC is designed for boaters who want more stability and power while keeping weight to an absolute minimum. Rated for up to four people and capable of handling outboards up to 15hp, this model features oversized 17-inch tubes that provide greater buoyancy and confidence than standard small-tube Ultralites. Its lightweight aluminum hull makes it an excellent hard-bottom alternative to soft inflatables.
Features and Performance
- Large 17″ Valmex® PVC tubes improve stability and load carrying
- 2.5mm marine-grade aluminum hull delivers strength with very low weight
- Self-draining cockpit for safer, drier operation
- Fuel tank shelf in the bow improves balance and usability
- Anti-slip deck surface enhances onboard safety
- Lightweight rub strake & full-length keel guard protect during docking and beach landings
- Efficient hull design planes smoothly with 10–15hp short-shaft outboards
This setup provides predictable handling, quick planing, and easy transport for everyday tender duties.
Why You Should Buy it
- Large tube design offers greater stability than standard Ultralite models
- Lightweight enough for single-person launch and recovery
- Aluminum hull provides long-term durability with minimal maintenance
- Ideal upgrade from smaller Ultralites or soft-bottom tenders
- Backed by Highfield’s extended hull and tube warranty
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 9'5" |
| Overall Beam | 5'7" |
| Internal Length | 6'8" |
| Internal Width | 2'7" |
| Deadrise | 15° |
| Maximum Capacity | 4 persons |
| Dry Weight | 95 lbs (boat only) |
| Recommended Motor | 10hp Short Shaft |
| Maximum Motor | 15hp Short Shaft |
| Max Motor Weight | 132 lbs |
| Maximum Load | 882 lbs |
| Tube Diameter | 17" |
| Air Chambers | 3 |
| Fabric Type | PVC |
| Hull Material | Aluminum |
| Warranty | 5-Year Hull / 10-Year Tubes |
- Removable seat
- Padded under-seat storage bag
- Highfield dry bag
- Foot pump
- Oars
- Repair kit
Frequently Asked Questions About Highfield Ultralite 290 Large Tube RIB UL290LT PVC
What kind of boating is the Highfield Ultralite 290 Large Tube RIB UL290LT PVC built for?
Highfield Ultralite 290 Large Tube RIB UL290LT PVC is designed as a rigid inflatable tender for tender duties. The published details list Aluminum construction with PVC, 4 persons, and a 15hp Short Shaft limit.
What does the published hull and tube construction tell you?
This tender combines Aluminum and PVC in its published construction details. Those details, including 17" tubes, 3 air chambers, 15° deadrise, and a self-draining deck, help explain its balance of stability, durability, and ride control.
What do the published carrying and motor figures show?
This model is published with 4 persons, a maximum load of 882 lbs, a recommended motor of 10hp Short Shaft, and a maximum motor of 15hp Short Shaft. That information helps buyers judge whether the boat suits their expected passenger and engine setup.
What package details are worth checking before purchase?
The package is described as including Removable seat, Padded under-seat storage bag, Oars, and Foot pump. That added context helps buyers understand how complete the delivered package is before planning any extras.
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