Rigid-hull inflatable boat (RHIB)
Naiad rescue vessel
Marine Rescue NSW · Australia
Offshore volunteer rescue RIB; dimensions vary by build.
Specifications
Hull & dimensions
- Manufacturer / builder
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- Hull type
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- Hull material
- Aluminium with collar
- Watertight compartments
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- Length overall
- 11.5 m (37.7 ft)
- Length at waterline
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- Beam
- 3.5 m (11.5 ft)
- Draught
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- Freeboard at bow
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- Freeboard at stern
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- Displacement
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- Gross tonnage
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- Net tonnage
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- Min vertical clearance
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- Height to highest unfixed point
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- Height to highest fixed point
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- Number built
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- Year introduced
- 2017
- Year retired
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Machinery & propulsion
- Propulsion type
- Twin outboards
- Engines
- 2 x outboards
- Engine manufacturer
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- Total engine power
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- Fuel type
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- Total fuel capacity
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- Fresh water capacity
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- Launch method
- Afloat
Members-only
Operating limits (seas, surf, wind), towing and stability data, and detailed engineering specifications are available to Members.
Performance & capabilities
- Maximum speed
- 30 kn (55.6 km/h · 34.5 mph)
- Range
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- Endurance
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- Crew complement
- 4
- People capacity
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- Self-righting
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- Self-bailing
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- Ice operations capable
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- Max ice-breaking thickness
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- Medical facilities onboard
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Members-only
Operating limits (seas, surf, wind), towing and stability data, and detailed engineering specifications are available to Members.
Operational envelope & limits
Members-only
Operating limits (seas, surf, wind), towing and stability data, and detailed engineering specifications are available to Members.
Source citations
| # | Source | Type | Supports | Accessed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| [1] | MRNSW https://www.marinerescuensw.com.auImported at initial compilation; not yet checked against source. | official | General | Not yet checked |
| [2] | Rescue fleet muscles up Marine Rescue NSW https://www.marinerescuensw.com.au/news-media/news/rescue-fleet-muscles-up | official | General | 2026-09-30 |