The advantages associated with Hysucat vessels remain unique to their extraordinary patented design, a concept that is equally evident in the 8.5 RIB.
The 8.5 offers key benefits and comforts that make it the perfect choice for clients in leisure/cruising, commercial/transportation, and government/military markets; contoured upholstery that provides comfortable seating and watertight lockers; a large, versatile modular deck area that allows for a variety of seating options with enough space for up to 14 people.
The technology at the core of the Hysucat brand also allows extreme high-speed operations in excess of 70 knots. This is what makes this craft ideal for special naval operations and marine police coastal patrols. Its load-carrying capacity makes it perfect for water transport or taxi operations.
The hull of the 8.5 has the same Hysucat shape with fully asymmetrical demi-hulls connected by the double arc-tunnel with the ventilated tunnel step behind the bows.
The foil system consists of a main foil slightly forward of the longitudinal center of gravity and twin rear foil struts near the transom on the tunnel vertical walls. The foil system makes it possible to power up in any sea at full bore without the craft slamming, flying, or burying its nose. The ride is completely stable and safe.
The involvement of Hysucat 8.5 RIB's as the official chase-boat at the Louis Vuitton America's Cup World Series prove again the amazing capabilities of the vessel. America's Cup race officials chose the Hysucat over other RIB's because the Hysucat is able to keep up with the catamarans in heavy chop while still giving a comfortable, safe ride that leaves little wake.
Draft: 1 ft. 5 in.
Beam: 9 ft. 5 in.
Fuel tank capacity: 60
Standard features:
Specs
LOA - 27'8" (8.5 m)
Beam - 9'5" (2.9 m)
Draft – 1'4.7" (0.42 m)
Dry weight (with engines) – 3,400 pounds (1.5 metric tons)
Tube diameter – 1'7"(0.52 m)
Fuel capacity – 60 gal (230 litres)
Persons capacity – 14
Maximum HP – Twin 200 HP
Minimum HP – Twin 90 HP
Recommended HP – Twin 140 HP
Cruise speed - 30 – 40 Mph (26 - 35 knots)
Maximum speed – 60 Mph (52 knots)
Standard Equipment
100% hand laid vacuum bagged vinyl ester construction for the deck and hull
Self-draining deck
'Valmex' buoyancy tubes (7 chambers)
Dihedral stainless steel main hydrofoil
(2) Stainless steel stern foils
Double tear-drop rub rail
(4) Aluminum passenger safety rails
(1) Aluminum/Stainless steel towing post
(1) Stainless steel bow eye
(2) Stainless steel stern eyes
(5) Stainless steel mooring cleats
Large deck drains
Center console with windshield and storage
(3) Large deck drains
Ergonomic helm seats
Console recessed hand rails
Electronics area that accommodate 17" displays
LED navigation lights
LED cockpit lights
Horn
(2) Battery system with battery switches
12V plug – USB plug
Manual air pump
(2) 12V automatic bilge pumps
(2) 35 gallons (130 litres) fuel tanks located under deck
Wrap-around two person stern seat with lockable storage
Stainless steel propellers
Bow anchor locker with drain
Optional features:
Options
Underwater lights package
Table/Casting platform insert with cushion
Hull & tube colors
Console matching color
Seadeck ultrafoam decking
(2) Additional jockey seats
Teleflex power steering system w/ SS tilt wheel
Integrated battery charging system
Fusion bluetooth stereo system
T-top aluminum frame w/ fiberglass top
Marine Porta Potti w/enclosure
Mooring cover
Danforth anchor, 200' rode & chain
Fresh water wash-down w/10 gallon tank
Wrap around bench seat w/aluminum frame, backrest & flipdown seat
3 Sided canvas enclosure
