• 2023 November 21 14:22

    BRIX Marine launches its latest addition to the NAIAD series pilot boats

    BRIX Marine says it has launched its newest NAIAD vessel, the Aldebaran. This 11.3M NAIAD Pilot RHIB showcases the cutting-edge design, advanced technology, and unparalleled performance.

    Key Features of the Aldebaran Include:
    Hull Specifications

    Length x Beam: 11.3m | 37′ x 3.85m | 12′ 6″
    Lightship: 6,000 kg | 13,230 lbs.
    Trial Weight: ~6,422 kg | ~14,160 lbs.
    Propulsion: 2 x 300HP Yamaha
    3 bl 15.75″ X 18″ SS props
    Passenger Count: 4 passenger + 1 crew  

    Length 11.3M (37′): Beam 3.9M (12′ 9″)
    Dead Rise 23 degrees progressive
    5086 alloy aluminum hull skins
    D-shaped foam EV50 (approx. 600mm diameter)
    IsoCoat polyurea hybrid elastomeric membrane

    Deck Accessories
    Flush side & fore decks with aluminum grab rails around the cabin
    Boarding handrails at bow & aft splashwell
    Generator access hatches
    Fixed radar box & light mast on cabin rooftop
    Freeman 12″ round liftout hatch in outboard well

    Cabin Features
    Walls & ceiling insulated & paneled with white FRP & aluminum trim
    Shockwave S2 mid-back shock-mitigating helm seat
    Shockwave S5 Pro mid-back shock-mitigating passenger seats
    Storage cuddy with built-in bunk areas
    Electric marine toilet with solar-powered exhaust fan
    Dometic rooftop air conditioning system

    Electrical & Navigation
    Garmin GPSMAP 8612xsv MFD/Sonar
    Victron MultiPlus 12V/3000VA Inverter/charger
    Northern Lights 6kW diesel generator
    Garmin Twin SD card reader, VHF radios, radar, AIS Class B transponder

    Safety Features
    Dry agent fire extinguishers, carbon monoxide detector, gasoline fume detector
    USCG-approved life rings, Jason’s cradle, 6-person life raft

    Finishes
    Clear coat protective finish on exposed aluminum
    Zolatone interior paint, anti-fouling bottom paint
    Treadmaster non-slip exterior decking sheets
    Full house vinyl wrap in 3M 2080-G14 Gloss Burnt Orange

    BRIX Marine is a leading manufacturer of high-performance vessels, known for their innovative design, superior craftsmanship, and dedication to customer satisfaction. With a commitment to excellence, BRIX Marine continues to push the boundaries of marine technology, delivering vessels that meet and exceed the expectations of boating enthusiasts worldwide.


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