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520 550 600 750 850 900 950 Length Overall 4.2m 5.2m 5.5m 6.1m 7.5m 8.5m 9.1m 9.5m Beam Overall 1.8m 2.3m 2.75m 2.8m 3.0m 3.0m Hull Length 3.3m 5.2m 7.0m 8.0m 8.0m 9.0m Hull Beam 1.5m 1.8m 1.8m 1.6m 2.3m Hull Drac 0.4m 0.6m Basic Weight 120kg 280kg 360kg 325kg 1,000kg 1,150kg 1,500kg 1,350kg Payload 800kg 1200kg 1300kg 1500kg 2,500kg 2,850kg 3,100kg 3,200kg Max Power 50HP 125HP 150HP 150HP 600HP 750HP 900HP 900HP Deadrise 20deg 20deg 20deg 20deg 21deg Prices From (Exc VAT) CARSON Standard Features CARSON Op;onal Extras Heavy-Duty Glassfibre Hull Under deck Buoyancy Large Capacity Bailers Anchor Well Licing Eyes Mechanical Collar Aaachment Heavy-Duty Rubbing Strakes Trailer Winch/Towing Eye Transom Towing Eyes Mooring Cleats Lifelines Paddles x 2 Repair Kit Manual Inflator Various Consoles Welded PU & Foam Collars SeaTng & Bolsters Weather Canopies Self-RighTng System Under Deck Fuel Tanks NavigaTon & Work Lights Towing Posts Keelbands Covers Cradles Engines, Inboard & Outboard Jet & Propeller Drives Trailers Electronics Other Specialist Equipment 420 Specifica;on Range Overview Since 1983 CARSON Rigid Inflatable Boats have been used for demanding operatons requiring above average seaworthiness and safety with variants in professional service in over twenty countries worldwide. Ruggedly built for arduous dutes ranging from diving and rescue to law enforcement and special forces, the unique CARSON DEEP V GULL WING HULL design offers outstanding safety and performance coupled with a big deck, high load capacity, excellent stability and dry riding characteristcs. positve maneuverability and handling quickly inspires confidence even in adverse conditons. Available with a choice of inflatable collars all mechanically aaached to the hull for reliability and easy maintenance. A comprehensive range of optonal equipment and sensible standard features make CARSON the ideal choice for the discerning professional or sport enthusiast.
The CARSON 420 can be set up with either a helms console or for a Tller outboard leaving the deck clear for additonal workspace. All these aaributes make the model a firm favorite for inshore rescue, sailing clubs or people looking for a compact all round RIB package Specifica;ons at a glance Heavy-Duty ConstrucTon Air Filled Hypalon Collar Mooring Cleats 2 Towing Eyes & 1 Bow Eye Mechanically aaached Collar 3 Licing Eyes Consiole with Seat Non-Slip Deck Anchor Well Length Overall 4.2m Interior Beam 1.4m Beam (inc collar) 1.8m Payload 800kg Weight Basic (Dry) 120kg Max Power 50HP DraU (Ex. Engines) Hull Length 3.3m Interior Length 3.10m Collar Air Filled Prices from (Excluding VAT) - The CARSON 420 includes the standard mechanically aaached collars for improved reliability and maintenance & the iconic CARSON squared flared bow design gives more forward deck space facilitatng safer and easier over the bow boarding and working, reduces spray and gives added reserve buoyancy. The CARSON 4.2m may be the smallest RIB in our range but offers sea keeping characteristcs seen on larger hulls thanks to its low centre of gravity, heavyduty constructon and additonal ac buoyancy and payload is achieved thanks to the unique extended transom wings and inflatable collar extending well ac of the main transom 420 HEAVY-DUTY RIB
Classic 550 520 550 Length Overall 5.2m 5.5m Interior Beam 1.3m 1.4m Beam (inc collar) Payload 1,500kg 1,200kg Weight Basic (Dry) 280kg 360kg Power 125HP 150HP DraU (Ex. Engines) Hull Length Interior Length 4.6m 4.6m Collar Air Filled Air or Foam Filled Prices from (Excluding VAT) - CARSON 520/550 Standard Features Heavy-Duty ConstrucTon Foam and Air Buoyancy Mechanically Aaached Collar (5 internal Chambers) Integral Fuel Tank Anchor Locker Mooring Cleats Towing Eyes Large Capacity Bailer Drain Plug Console Heavy-Duty Hydraulic steering InflaTon Pump Repair Kit Owner s Manual CARSON FUTUREX 550 Addi;onal Features Large Stowage Compartment Below Deck Solid GRP Sides with Collar Aaached Externally Full Length Alloy recessed Grab Rails Full Width Outboard Well Double Skin Hull Specifica;ons at a glance Intended for all operatons requiring good sea keeping and safety. This 5.5m also offers a high payload, space and excellent performance. The proven CARSON deep V gull wing hull provides high speeds when required and is very stable in all conditons. Maneuverability and handling is very positve and quickly inspires confidence. Available in various versions, all share the same rugged constructon and a tough collar. The CLASSIC 520 version has an inflatable collar forming the sides and freeboard in the traditonal manner and the FUTUREX 550 version has an interior moulding which gives a smooth and clean interior. With this version comes the benefit of hull sides providing freeboard independently of the collar. The collar is mechanically aaached to the outside of the hull and can be either air or foam filled for very heavy-duty use. Foam and air buoyancy is provided between the two skins. Under deck stowage is also provided as is also a separate locker in the foredeck for anchor stowage. An outboard well in the FUTUREX version prevents swamping during sudden stops or when reversing. Single or twin outboards can be provided. 520/550 HEAVY-DUTY RIB
This RIB s primary role is targeted at vessels under 100 tons, with an impressive SAR capability in either coastal, inshore or inland floodwaters. CARSON RIB s proven worldwide for over 30 years, have exceptonal sea keeping, strength and ability to stay on staton in the arduous conditons they are tasked to operate within. Specifica;ons at a glance 5.5m Interior Beam 1.4m Beam (inc collar) Payload 1,500kg Weight Basic (Dry) 360kg Power 30-150KW DraU (Ex. Engines) Hull Length Interior Length 4.6m Collar Foam Filled Prices from (Excluding VAT) - CARSON 550 Rapid response Standard Features Heavy-Duty ConstrucTon Double Skin Hull Foam and Air Buoyancy Anchor Locker Mooring Cleats Towing Eyes Full Length Internal Grab rails Mechanically Aaached Collar (5 internal Chambers) Large Capacity Bailer Large Stowage Compartment Below Deck Solid GRP Sides with Collar Aaached Externally Full Length Alloy recessed Grab Rails Full Width Outboard Well Drain Plug Console Heavy-Duty Hydraulic Steering InflaTon Pump Repair Kit Owner s Manual In the all important risk assessment hierarchy these unique controls reduce the risks to personnel or casual;es of collar defla;on commonly found in other manufacturer s designs. The CARSON 550 being large enough to accommodate 12 persons vital capacity in a marine rescue situaton. Yet can be comprehensively equipped with an efficient high pressure and density water fog fire fighTng/exTnguishing system (an environmental defense capability for polluton control/decontaminaton can also be specified to enhance versatlity.) Comprehensive SAR equipment LED Light Bars for high visibility and Search Lights, Propeller Guards, Thermal Imaging System, Dacon Casualty Recovery System ResuscitaTon/First Aid systems Stretchers GPS appropriate navigaton equipment both marine and service communicatons equipment can be specified. These vital tools can be deployed with ease due to the configuraton of this vessel. The CARSON 550 a unique design based on a proven crac, capable of being powered by inboard or outboard engines up to 150hp to give a highly stable and maneuverable Fire, Search and Rescue boat. The CARSON 550 will always have a full freeboard, thanks to the hull s double moulding constructon. AddiTonal buoyancy and stability is provided by the unique foam collar, which also provides excellent fendering when coming alongside. 550 RAPID RESPONSE FIRE SEARCH & RESCUE BOAT
Length Overall 6.1m Interior Beam 1.2m Beam (inc collar) 2.3m Payload 1,500kg Weight Basic (Dry) 325kg Max Power 150HP DraU (Ex. Engines) Hull Length 5.2m Interior Length Collar Air Filled Prices from (Excluding VAT) - CARSON 600 Standard Features Heavy-Duty ConstrucTon Stainless Steel Transom Air Filled Hypalon Tubes (5 Chambers) Anchor Locker Mooring Cleats Towing Eyes Mechanically Aaached Collar Licing Eyes Non-Slip Deck Large Capacity Bailer Drain Plug Console with Heavy-Duty steering InflaTon Pump Repair Kit Owner s Manual Specifica;ons at a glance Probably the most versatle 6 metre rib available with variants in professional service in over 20 countries ranging from the Poles to the Tropics. Ruggedly built for arduous operatons ranging from diving and rescue services through to law enforcement and special forces. The unique CARSON deep V gull wing design with pronounced chines and spray rails to assist fast and level acceleraton onto the plain, deflect waves, spray and improve stability at speed and at rest coupled with a large deck space. We are utlising the CARSON 600 MK3 hull that further advances the traditonal CARSON with the benefits not withstanding a unique stainless steel transom, bolt-on hypalon tubes & second to none build quality using materials in excess of Lloyds and other standards. The CARSON square bow design provides greater reserve forward buoyancy, spray deflecton, increased deck space and allows the RIB to be used to push other vessels and easier over bow transfer of personnel. - THIS BOAT IS BUILT TO WORK! A fully comprehensive choice of optonal equipment and sensible standard features make the CARSON 600 the ideal choice for the discerning professional or sports enthusiast. 600 HEAVY-DUTY RIB
Length Overall 9.1m Rigid hull length 8.2m Beam (inc collar) 3.0m Rigid hull beam Weight Basic (Dry) 1,500kg Payload ex engines & machinery 3,100kg DraU (Ex. Engines) Speed (dependant on power weight) 65kts plus Deck area 17 sqm Maximum Power 900 BHP Deck length 8.0m Air chambers in collar 11 Deck Beam 2.3m Deep V at transom 21 deg Beam between inflatable collar 1.8m Range (dependant on tanks and power) Up to 1,000 miles Prices from (Excluding VAT) - Specifica;ons at a glance Designed primarily to meet the requirements of the InternaTonal Military and Commercial organisatons the CARSON 900 can be adopted to fulfill a wide variety of roles. The proven CARSON deep V gull wing hull design offers exceptonal speed, safety and seaworthiness. High stability and strength inspire confidence under extreme. The inflatable collar is available in various configuratons from conventonal bonded hypalon to welded polyurconditonsethene in individual sectons allowing rapid and easy replacement with its simple mechanical aaachment. A foam collar is also available. Power can be outboards or inboard diesel or petrol with propeller or jet drive optons. The CARSON 900 can be virtually custom built to suit the specific requirements of the most demanding professional or serious leisure operator. 900 HEAVY-DUTY RIB
In addition the semi wave piercing bow will provide a longer waterline producing higher speed for a given power and enable the hull to slice through chop and waves. It is designed to slice through moderate size waves offering a more comfortable ride for the crew and passengers. Combined with the proven distinctive CARSON bow with broad spray rails beginning from the stem, it will still behave in a more conventional manner in larger waves offering above average reserve buoyancy thus minimising potential bow stuffing and at the same time keeping the spray clear for a drier ride. CARSON are well known for their safety, stability, dry riding ability and excellent all round performance coupled with great handling characteristics. These new designs will take these benefits further. Power for all models may be either outboards, inboards either diesel and petrol, singles or twins and for the 9.5m triple engines are an option. Various drives are possible. Various deck layout options and roomy consoles enable each boat to be to customised as required for various professional operations. Further options include a cabin with sleeping berths, toilet and even basic cooking facilities. With added bimini tops, cockpit covers to enable additional sleeping area and long range fuel tanks all combine to make any of the Interceptor Class a great cruising and expeditions rib. A 9.5m is scheduled for build in the coming autumn and 8.5m & 7.5m professional versions currently being negotiated for delivery starting late summer. Built to heavy-duty commercial and military specifications as per usual CARSON build quality all boats will have CE Certification and or MCA Coding. The new CARSON Interceptor Class designs are available in three sizes, 7.5, 8.5 and 9.5 metres. Primarily for the professional market they will also make a great choice for the serious enthusiast. Notable features are the iconic CARSON deep V gull wing hull with stabilising and wave deflecting chines and squared bows at deck in addition to semi wave piercing bows and hull steps. Together these combined features will give a smoother and more stable ride in all conditions with less power sucking porpoising and yawing in a seaway. Interceptor Class Heavy-Duty RIB s
850 950 Length Overall 7.5m 8.5m 9.5m Length Hull Only 7.0m 8.0m 9.0m Beam Overall 2.75m 2.8m 3.0m Beam Hull Only DraU (hull only, variable) 0.6m Deep V Weight (basic boat) 1,000kg 1,150kg 1,350kg Maximum Power 600HP 750HP 900HP Poten;al Speed 60kts+ 60kts+ 65kts+ Poten;al Range 450nm 700nm 1,000nm Prices from (Excluding VAT) CARSON Interceptor Class Standard Features Heavy-Duty ConstrucTon Stepped Hull Semi-Wave Piercing Bow Foam and Air Buoyancy Self-draining Deck with Large Capacity Ac Bailers Outboard Splash Well Towing Eyes ( 1 x Bow & 2 Stern) Large Professional Style Console Mechanically Aaached Collar Underdeck Fuel Tanks Step inside console to cuddy stowage area & also access to controls & instruments (optonal berth may be fiaed). Bow and Stern mooring Cleats Deck Applied with AnT-Slip Deck Heavy-Duty Hydraulic Steering Helmsman Leaning Post InflaTon Pump Repair Kit Owner s Manual 750 Model Specifica;ons at a glance Interceptor Class Heavy-Duty RIBs