RIBs for work and play

摘要

Just completed by UK-based Redbay Boats, are two 6.1m jet boats for Russian client, Ecoshelf, which was established to serve the Russian oil and gas industry, and specialises in providing oil spill response services. These general purpose RIBs are based on Redbay's standard Stormforce 6.1 hull. In response to the customer's requirements, both RIBs have been fitted with Hamilton HJ213 waterjet units, suitable propulsion means for Ecoshelf's type of work. Coupled to the waterjets are Steyr MO174 turbo diesel units, producing around 165hp, with a ZF45A gearboxes. The Steyr engines are very lightweight and well constructed mono-block units. The engine and jet are housed in a custom-made engine bay. The RIBs reach speeds of around 35knots, with the typical response and manoeuvrability accustomed with jet drives. Forward of the engine bay is a double seat console, with internal storage. Forward is a stand-alone bow locker with lid.