Tornado 10m RIB

Tornado 10m RIB

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Tornado 10m — Large Offshore Platform for Professional Marine Operations

The Tornado 10m is designed for demanding offshore applications where operational reliability, carrying capacity and long-range performance are critical.

Built around a large deep-V hull platform, the 10m combines excellent offshore handling with substantial deck space and commercial-grade durability, making it suitable for intensive professional use in challenging marine environments.

Its size and capability allow the 10m to operate effectively across passenger transport, offshore support, diving operations, patrol work and specialist commercial applications while maintaining the predictable handling and efficiency associated with the Tornado design philosophy.

Advanced Deep-V Hull for Offshore Performance

The Tornado 10m features a refined offshore deep-V hull engineered to provide comfort, stability and control during extended offshore operation.

The hull design delivers:

  • Soft and controlled impact behaviour in rough seas
  • Excellent directional stability at speed
  • Predictable handling across varied sea conditions
  • Reduced slamming and structural stress
  • Stable turning characteristics offshore

Pronounced spray rails improve lift efficiency and help minimise water on deck, contributing to a drier and more comfortable operating environment for crew and passengers.

The hull remains composed and efficient even during heavy-load offshore operation.

Large Deck Area and Operational Flexibility

The extended hull platform provides substantial usable deck space for passengers, equipment and specialist operational layouts.

The 10m can be configured effectively for:

  • Commercial passenger transport
  • Offshore diving support
  • Patrol and security operations
  • Charter and excursion activity
  • Rescue and support roles
  • Expedition and specialist marine work

Its spacious layout improves onboard movement, equipment handling and operational practicality during intensive daily use.

Efficient Long-Range Offshore Operation

Despite its larger size, the Tornado 10m is engineered to maintain strong hydrodynamic efficiency and controlled offshore performance.

The hull supports:

  • Efficient cruising across long distances
  • Stable high-speed operation
  • Fast and controlled planing
  • Good fuel economy for vessel size
  • Predictable behaviour under varying loads

This operational efficiency is particularly important for commercial users requiring dependable offshore capability with manageable running costs.

Commercial-Grade Composite Construction

The 10m is built using advanced lightweight composite technology developed for long-term durability in demanding marine conditions.

Construction features include:

  • Polymer-core composite structure
  • Reinforced laminate skins
  • High structural rigidity
  • Reduced laminate fatigue over time
  • Excellent strength-to-weight performance

This construction approach improves offshore durability while helping maintain efficient operating weight and responsive handling characteristics.

Polyurethane Tubes for Intensive Marine Use

The inflatable tubes are manufactured from high-performance polyurethane selected specifically for heavy-duty offshore and commercial operation.

Polyurethane offers major operational advantages including:

  • Exceptional abrasion resistance
  • Excellent UV stability
  • Improved longevity in harsh environments
  • Resistance to operational wear and impact
  • Reduced long-term maintenance requirements

These characteristics make the 10m particularly suitable for operators working in demanding marine conditions on a daily basis.

Designed for Professional Offshore Applications

The Tornado 10m is engineered as a highly adaptable multi-role offshore platform.

Typical operational uses include:

  • Passenger transport
  • Offshore diving operations
  • Patrol and security support
  • Charter and tourism activity
  • Rescue and emergency support
  • Long-range offshore leisure use

Its combination of carrying capacity, offshore comfort and operational reliability allows it to adapt effectively across both commercial and private offshore sectors.

Stable, Dry and Comfortable at Sea

The 10m is designed to maintain high levels of passenger comfort and operational confidence during offshore use.

Operational handling benefits include:

  • Dry-running hull characteristics
  • Stable boarding and passenger movement
  • Smooth offshore ride quality
  • Controlled manoeuvring at low and high speed
  • Reduced vibration and impact transfer

The balanced hull geometry and large-diameter tube configuration improve buoyancy, stability and onboard security across varied operating conditions.

Tornado 10m — Built for Serious Offshore Operations

The Tornado 10m combines large-platform offshore capability, efficient long-range performance and professional-grade construction in a highly capable RIB platform.

Durable, stable and engineered for demanding real-world marine work, it delivers the carrying capacity, offshore comfort and operational reliability required for intensive commercial use while remaining equally suited to experienced offshore recreational operators.

Specifications

Overall length (m) 10
Overall beam (m) 3.2
Tube diameter (cm) 50
Tube chambers 7
Max tube pressure (kPa) 22
Max engine power (HP) 600
Max total load (kg) 3000
Shaft (single) (mm) 760
Has twin engine option? Yes
Shaft (twin) (mm) 635
Classification CE EN ISO 6185-4 – RIB type IX
Passengers 20

3D model

Hull colours

  • Black
  • Orange
  • Grey
  • White

Tube colours

  • Black
  • Orange
  • Grey
  • Blue
  • Yellow

Available options

Tubes

  • Boarding Panels (Side) Boarding Panels (Side)
  • Boarding Panels (Bow) Boarding Panels (Bow)

Lockers

  • Bow locker Bow locker
  • Transom Locker Transom Locker

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