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Aquafarer Versa 400 (VR400) Tender / Deluxe RIB

Crossover flagship model in the Versa series stepping into the mid-sized console cruiser dimension.

Overall Length 3.96 m / 13' 0'
Internal Length 3.02 m / 9' 11'
Beam 1.90 m / 6' 3'
Internal Beam 0.94 m / 3' 1'
Deadrise 20° (significantly enhanced wave-cutting performance) / 20°
Tube Diameter 47 cm / 18.5'
Specifications ▼
Air Chambers 3
Max Load 640 kg / 1,411 lb
Max Persons 8
Boat Weight 147 kg / 324 lb
Max Engine Weight 125 kg / 276 lb
Max Power 50 HP
Recommended Power 40 HP
Engine Shaft L (Long Shaft / 20')
Design Category Category C (Inshore)
Shipping Dimensions 360 x 125 x 65 cm / 11'10' x 4'1' x 2'2'
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TLDR

A 3.96m crossover flagship tender with 20° deep V hull, 47cm tubes, 50 HP long shaft, wider double deck, 8 persons.

  • Boaters wanting a crossover from tender to console cruiser.
  • Use cases:
rib versa inshore deep-v compact tender double-deck

Aquafarer Versa 400 (VR400) Tender / Deluxe RIB

Crossover flagship model in the Versa series stepping into the mid-sized console cruiser dimension.

Performance & Setup Upgrade: The VR400 fully supports engines up to 50 HP, with the transom shaft requirement upgraded…

Key Features

  • 20° Deep V Aluminum Hull: Made with 3mm - 4mm thick marine-grade aluminum, significantly enhanced wave-cutting compared to the 15° deep V of smaller models.
  • Long Shaft (20” L Shaft) & 50 HP Capability: Heavily reinforced transom structure, capable of mounting long-shaft high-horsepower outboard motors…
  • Large Bow Locker: Accommodates a built-in fuel tank or a 24L portable fuel tank along with anchor chain gear.

Available Colors & Materials

  • White
  • Light Grey
  • Dark Grey
  • Black

Standard Features

  • French ORCA® Hypalon or German Valmex® PVC material available.
  • 5083 / 5086 marine-grade aluminum hull, self-draining deck system, EVA faux wood grain anti-slip pad…
  • Built-in lifting points, towing eyes, tow bridle points.
  • Foot pump, aluminum oars, Aquafarer dry bag…
  • FCT / GT / Console deluxe center console and driver seat kit (console and seat with storage space)

Maximum load weight includes crew and cargo, excluding the weight of the engine, fuel, and water. Boat only weight compared to V…

The problem

Boaters want a Versa that crosses into console cruiser territory with 50 HP and enhanced wave-cutting.

Product Definition

Who is it for?

A 3.96m crossover flagship tender with 20° deep V hull, 47cm tubes, 50 HP long shaft, wider double deck, 8 persons.

Designed for

Boaters wanting a crossover from tender to console cruiser.

Use cases

Skill level

intermediate

Comparison

How it compares

The VR400 is the crossover flagship — 20° deep V and 50 HP make it a completely different class from 15°/30HP Versa models.

FAQ

Specifications

Specifications

Overall Length 3.96 m / 13' 0'
Internal Length 3.02 m / 9' 11'
Beam 1.90 m / 6' 3'
Internal Beam 0.94 m / 3' 1'
Deadrise 20° (significantly enhanced wave-cutting performance) / 20°
Tube Diameter 47 cm / 18.5'
Air Chambers 3
Max Load 640 kg / 1,411 lb
Max Persons 8
Boat Weight 147 kg / 324 lb
Max Engine Weight 125 kg / 276 lb
Max Power 50 HP
Recommended Power 40 HP
Engine Shaft L (Long Shaft / 20')
Design Category Category C (Inshore)
Shipping Dimensions 360 x 125 x 65 cm / 11'10' x 4'1' x 2'2'
Specifications

Specifications

hull
3-4mm aluminum 20° deep V
tubes
ORCA Hypalon / Valmex PVC 47cm
max engine
50 HP
capacity
8 persons
Compliance

Certifications & Compliance

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Certifications

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

REACH (EU)
RoHS (EU)
California Prop 65
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Testing & Warranty

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

5 years against manufacturing defects

Resources

Downloads & Resources

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CAD Drawings

PDF GA drawings available

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Compliance Docs

CE/ISO certificates & DoC

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Factory Audit

QC process & audit prep

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CE Certified
Independently tested to EU safety standards — TÜV Rheinland.
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ISO 9001:2015
Quality management system certified by SGS since 2022.
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Tested to Standard
Every unit pressure tested at 1.25x rated PSI for 24-48 hours.
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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).
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REACH & RoHS
All materials comply with EU chemical and environmental regulations.
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BSCI Certified
Social compliance audit verified for ethical manufacturing.

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