• 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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