Highfield Classic CL-290 Aluminum RIB 9' 6" Boat - 2025

The Classic series of open RIBS are lightweight, durable and will take you anywhere. Built with a double deck to keep your feet dry and with an extra large bow locker for storage, the high quality finish and luxury look of these dinghies mean they have been designed to work hard. Dare to Explore in a Classic.

This popular 4-person model offers more room with a 1056 lbs payload. The high quality finish and luxury look belies the fact that this range of tenders has been designed to work hard. A durable aluminum hull coupled with a full length keelguard make these ideal for those beach hopping days with friends and family. The weight savings achieved, compared to equivalent fiberglass RIBs, means you'll enjoy impressive performance with smaller engines, and with a range of sizes, the Classic range really does offer a tender for everyone.

Features:

• ORCA® Hypalon or PVC tube
• Welded seams (PVC tube models)
• Flush mount non-return valves
• High tensile chromated & powder coated aluminum hull
• Self-draining deck
• Included bow locker fits 24 L (6.34 gal) fuel tank
• Integrated transom supports
• Removable seat
• Lifting points and towing eyes
• Tow bridle points
• Anti-slip EVA Foam Deck
• Heavy duty rubbing strake
• Full length keel guard
• Bow cushion
• Bow step
• Hull finish:
  • Models with White/Light Grey tubes come with a white painted hull
  • Models with Dark Grey/Black tubes come with a grey painted hull

Specifications:

• Overall Length: 9' 6" (2.90 m)
• Internal Length: 6' 9" (2.06 m)
• Beam: 5' 7" (1.70 m)
• Internal Width: 2' 7" (0.79 m)
• Dead Rise: 15 deg.
• Tube Diameter: 17" (44 cm)
• Number Of Air Chambers: 3
• Maximum Load: 1058 lbs (480 kg)
• Maximum Capacity: 4 persons
• 4 liftings points
• Recommended Motor Power: 15 HP (20 HP Maximum), Short Shaft
• Boat Weight: 130 lbs (59 kg)
• Recommended Engine: 20 HP, Short Shaft
• Aluminum Hull Thickness: 2.5 mm (approximatelty 1/16")

Included:

• Tank strap kit
• Under seat bag
• Highfield dry bag
• Foot pump, oars, repair kit

Owner's Manual (3.84 MB)

Dimensions Diagram

Chock Information