Rigid inflatable boat (RIB)
10.6 m Cabin Class rescue boat
National Sea Rescue Institute · South Africa
NSRI's larger cabin RIB (first boat: Spirit of Surfski 5), replacing older 10–12 m boats.
Specifications
Hull & dimensions
- Manufacturer / builder
- Gemini Marine
- Hull type
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- Hull material
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- Watertight compartments
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- Length overall
- 10.6 m (34.8 ft)
- Length at waterline
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- Beam
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- 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
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- Engines
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- 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
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Members-only
Operating limits (seas, surf, wind), towing and stability data, and detailed engineering specifications are available to Members.
Performance & capabilities
- Maximum speed
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- Range
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- Endurance
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- Crew complement
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- 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] | New 10m in the Sea Rescue fleet NSRI https://www.nsri.org.za/2017/09/new-10m-in-the-sea-rescue-fleet-generously-sponsored-by-the-surfski-community/ | official | General | 2026-09-30 |
| [2] | 1060 Waverider Cabin – Rescue Gemini Marine https://gemini-marine.com/1060-waverider-cabin-rescue/ | web | General | 2026-09-30 |