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Aquafarer Apex Performance 420 (AP420) Luxury Tender / Console RIB

The perfect first family dayboat

Overall Length 4.24 m / 13' 11'
Internal Length 2.72 m / 8' 11'
Beam 2.05 m / 6' 9'
Internal Beam 1.08 m / 3' 7'
Deadrise 20° (excellent wave-cutting performance) / 20°
Tube Diameter 47 cm / 19' (18.5')
Specifications
Air Chambers 4
Fuel Tank 55 L / 14.5 Gal
Max Load 640 kg / 1,411 lb
Max Persons 8
Boat Weight 309 kg / 681 lb
Max Engine Weight 120 kg / 265 lb
Max Power 70 HP
Engine Shaft L (Long Shaft / 20')
Design Category Category C (Inshore)
TLDR

A 4.24m luxury console RIB with 20° deep V hull, 55L high-capacity fuel tank, wide bow step, rated for 70 HP.

  • Families, day boat enthusiasts, and yacht owners wanting a versatile tender.
  • Use cases:
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Aquafarer Apex Performance 420 (AP420) Luxury Tender / Console RIB

“The perfect first family dayboat”

Optional sundeck, watersports tow post, or A-frame roll bar available

Key Features

  • Wide Bow Step: Equipped with anti-slip tread pad and mooring cleat…
  • EVA Deck: Standard high-texture faux wood grain anti-slip deck covering…
  • Comfortable Cockpit Layout: Features a console with a forward-facing seat (Console with Front Seat)…

Standard Features

  • French ORCA® Hypalon or German Valmex® PVC material
  • Marine-grade high-tensile aluminum alloy hull
  • Complete basic electrical package including hull and console wiring (Electrical pack)
  • Self-draining deck system, full-length keel guard (FSWI length keel guard)…
  • Integrated lifting points, towing eyes…
  • High-pressure foot pump, aluminum oars, Aquafarer dry bag…

Boat weight includes console and seating. Maximum load weight includes crew and cargo (excluding engine, fuel, and water).

The problem

Families need a versatile day boat that can handle watersports, cruising, and comfortable seating for 8.

Product Definition

Who is it for?

A 4.24m luxury console RIB with 20° deep V hull, 55L high-capacity fuel tank, wide bow step, rated for 70 HP.

Designed for

Families, day boat enthusiasts, and yacht owners wanting a versatile tender.

Use cases

Skill level

intermediate

Comparison

How it compares

The AP420 is the sweet-spot family day boat with 8-person capacity, 55L range, and optional sundeck and tow post.

FAQ

Specifications

Specifications

Overall Length 4.24 m / 13' 11'
Internal Length 2.72 m / 8' 11'
Beam 2.05 m / 6' 9'
Internal Beam 1.08 m / 3' 7'
Deadrise 20° (excellent wave-cutting performance) / 20°
Tube Diameter 47 cm / 19' (18.5')
Air Chambers 4
Fuel Tank 55 L / 14.5 Gal
Max Load 640 kg / 1,411 lb
Max Persons 8
Boat Weight 309 kg / 681 lb
Max Engine Weight 120 kg / 265 lb
Max Power 70 HP
Engine Shaft L (Long Shaft / 20')
Design Category Category C (Inshore)
Specifications

Specifications

hull
Marine-grade aluminum 20° deep V
tubes
ORCA Hypalon / Valmex PVC 47cm
max engine
70 HP
capacity
8 persons
fuel
55 L built-in
Compliance

Certifications & Compliance

Certifications

CE (2013/53/EU (RCD)) Certified by TÜV Rheinland
ISO 9001:2015 Certified by SGS
BSCI Certified by Intertek
UKCA Certified by Intertek

Material Compliance

REACH (EU)
RoHS (EU)
California Prop 65

Testing & Warranty

ISO 6185 (RIB Safety)
ASTM D751 (Seam Strength)
ISO 12217 (Stability)
Warranty

5 years against manufacturing defects

CE Certified
Independently tested to EU safety standards — TÜV Rheinland.
ISO 9001:2015
Quality management system certified by SGS since 2022.
Tested to Standard
Every unit pressure tested at 1.25x rated PSI for 24-48 hours.
5-Year Boat Warranty
5-year limited warranty on tube fabric, seams, and hull; 2-year on SUP and accessories. 99.3% defect-free (AQL 2.5/ISO 2859).
REACH & RoHS
All materials comply with EU chemical and environmental regulations.
BSCI Certified
Social compliance audit verified for ethical manufacturing.

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