RIB 450 Patrol

RIB 450 Patrol

The RIB 450 Patrol is a 4.5-metre commercial-grade aluminium RIB engineered for the daily demands of dive operators, coastguard auxiliaries, harbour pilots, passenger charter operators, and offshore service crews. Its 4 mm marine-grade aluminium 5083 hull and 1.5 mm Hypalon tube deliver unmatched durability in a compact patrol platform, with a 1,200 kg load capacity and support for engines up to 90 hp.

Standard Equipment

Hull

• 4 mm marine-grade aluminium (5083) with reinforcement stringers
• Self-bailing deck with non-skid pattern

Tubes

• 1.5 mm Hypalon — premium UV and abrasion resistance
• Replaceable in sections — 8 grab lines, 6 lifting points, 2 bow cleats

Console

• Customisable electronics panel
• Storage for 100 Ah battery and 25 L fuel tank

Safety

• 5 independent chambers

Options & Accessories

• Optional T-top with lights and radar mount
• Additional electronics (radios, sounder, plotter, EPIRB)
• Battery charger / maintainer
• Bimini top / folding sun canopy
• Deluxe tube repair kit
• Dock lines (4x)
• Fender set (4x) with lines
• Garmin or similar GPS/fishfinder combo
• Mooring cover (heavy-duty)
• Spare propeller
• Stainless steel boarding ladder
• VHF radio with DSC

Technical Features

• Hull: CE-certified marine-grade aluminium 5083 hull, 4 mm plate with reinforcement stringers — far tougher than equivalent fibreglass hulls. The self-bailing deck with a non-skid pattern keeps the work surface safe and dry in wet conditions. Available in white, grey, navy, red, or custom RAL gelcoat finishes.
• Tubes: 1.5 mm Hypalon provides exceptional UV and abrasion resistance, with a replaceable-in-sections design that simplifies field repairs. Heavy-duty hardware includes 8 grab lines, 6 lifting points, and 2 bow cleats. Tube colour choices include black, grey, white, orange, red, and blue. PVC standard; Hypalon upgrade available.
• Deck & Layout: Custom console with a spacious electronics panel ready for radios, sounder, plotter, and EPIRB. Below-deck storage accommodates a 100 Ah battery and a 25 L fuel tank, keeping weight low and the deck clear.
• Engine & Performance: Recommended power of 60 hp with a max rating of 90 hp. The lightweight aluminium hull (220 kg hull-only) delivers excellent power-to-weight ratio, translating to brisk planing and responsive handling under load. Estimated speed range: cruising 20-25 knots, top 28-35 knots with a 60-90 HP outboard.
• Safety: 5 independent air chambers provide substantial redundancy. The self-bailing deck, non-skid surfaces, and heavy-duty grab lines are standard on every 450 Patrol.
• Manufacturing & Quality: Hand-laid fibreglass hull with vinylester resin and gelcoat finish. Tubes assembled using thermofusion welding for leak-proof seams. Every hull tank-tested for 48 hours prior to fitting. Aluminium hulls receive full weld inspection and marine-grade protective coating.
• Certifications: CE approved under the EU Recreational Craft Directive. ISO 9001 quality management system. Hull warranty 5 years, tube warranty 2 years.
• Customisation: Full customization available — choose tube and hull colors, console layout, seating configuration, and graphics for fleet, government, or OEM orders.

Ideal Uses

The RIB 450 Patrol is designed for commercial operators who need a boat that will work every day without complaint — dive charter companies running multiple trips, coastguard auxiliaries conducting search and rescue, harbour pilots transferring to ships in all weather, and offshore service teams deploying personnel and light cargo. Its aluminium hull shrugs off impacts that would damage fibreglass, making it a long-term investment for demanding fleets.