Highfield Ultralite 290 Large Tube RIB UL290LT Hypalon

Overview Highfield Ultralite 290 Large Tube RIB UL290LT Hypalon

The Highfield Ultralite 290 Large Tube RIB UL290LT Hypalon is engineered for boaters who want maximum durability and stability in a compact, easy-to-handle tender. Rated for up to four people and capable of handling outboards up to 15hp, it features oversized 17-inch tubes that provide greater buoyancy and confidence than standard small-tube designs. Premium Orca® Hypalon tubes ensure long service life in demanding marine environments.

Features and Performance

• Large 17″ Orca® Hypalon tubes enhance buoyancy, stability, and longevity
• 2.5mm marine-grade aluminum hull delivers strength with very low weight
• Self-draining cockpit for safer, drier operation
• Fuel tank shelf in the bow improves balance and usability
• Anti-slip deck surface enhances onboard safety
• Lightweight rub strake & full-length keel guard protect during docking and beach landings
• Efficient hull design planes smoothly with 10–15hp short-shaft outboards

This configuration results in predictable handling, quick planing, and effortless transport—ideal for everyday tender duties.

Why You Should Buy it

• Premium Hypalon construction for long-term marine durability
• Large tube design offers greater stability than standard Ultralite models
• Lightweight enough for single-person launch and recovery
• Aluminum hull eliminates soft-floor flex and long-term degradation
• Backed by Highfield’s extended hull and tube warranty