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The world leader in aluminium RIBs
| Country of origin | China (international design) |
|---|---|
| Founded | 2011 |
| Specialty | RIBs with aluminium hulls; world number 1 in the tender sector |
| Hull materials | Marine aluminium |
| Tubes | PVC (Valmex), Hypalon (CSM) optional |
| Size range | 2.4 – 9 m |
| Price level | €€€ — Mid-high |
| Official site | https://www.highfieldboats.com |
Our verdict
Highfield was founded in 2011 with a clear idea: marine aluminium hulls for the tender market, inheriting the design of Australia's Swift Boats developed for the Great Barrier Reef. Today it is the world number 1 in the sector with over 54,000 boats delivered. Aluminium weighs less than fibreglass, survives beaching on stones and is infinitely recyclable. If your tender lives a hard life, Highfield is the benchmark.
Strengths
- 100% aluminium hulls: light, beaching-proof and fully recyclable
- Over 54,000 boats delivered since 2011; world #1 in RIB tenders
- Huge range: from 2.4 m tenders to 9 m cruising RIBs
- Official support boat at Vendée Globe, Invictus Games and other major events
Things to consider
- Built in China (with Western quality control)
- Aluminium transmits more noise and cold than fibreglass
- Hypalon only as an option on many models
Who is it for? Those who beach the tender daily and want minimum weight.
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Is Highfield a good brand?
Highfield was founded in 2011 with a clear idea: marine aluminium hulls for the tender market, inheriting the design of Australia's Swift Boats developed for the Great Barrier Reef. Today it is the world number 1 in the sector with over 54,000 boats delivered. Aluminium weighs less than fibreglass, survives beaching on stones and is infinitely recyclable. If your tender lives a hard life, Highfield is the benchmark.
What sizes does Highfield build?
Its range spans roughly 2.4 – 9 m. Specialty: ribs with aluminium hulls; world number 1 in the tender sector.
Who is Highfield for?
Those who beach the tender daily and want minimum weight.