We are very pleased to offer this brand new VSR 5.8R to the British market. These ribs are designed and built as commercial quality tough offshore boats. They are recognised by professional dinghy coaches, on water judges, mark layers, press and general support boats as the "go to" RIB of preference for high performance dinghy and big boat racing . Many worldwide Olympic and National federations (including the RYA) as well as individuals have been utilising these boats since 2003. We are able to supply the entire VSR range with 9 models from 5.4m to 11.0m. The package price for this display boat is £17,500 for the hull plus £3,200 for a trailer and £6,900 for a Suzuki or Yamaha 60hp engine = £27,600 + VAT (£33,120 including VAT).

Viewing by appointment at our Suffolk Office (IP10 0LN) - 01473 659681

Construction

Built by VSR Lab in Slovenia in 2024. White chined V hull in vacuum infused vinyl ester. Foam longitudinal stringers. Stainless steel bow protector with towing eye. Plastic bow fendering for beaching protection. The white deck has a moulded non skid floor, bow locker, centre console with fore and aft jockey seats. The jockey seat has a deeply padded vinyl cushioning which removes for fuel filler access and padded vinyl back supports.  The white console houses the battery (off floor for flooding protection), battery master switch and water tight top locker that has USB and cigar socket 12v supply for phone charging. Elephant trunk hull drain from aft well. Under floor roto moulded plastic fuel tank of 88 litres. Transom is encased marine ply. The tapered hull tubes are made from Hypalon 866 Heavy Duty in blue (many other colours also available), have black rubbing strakes, black rope handles and pressure release valves. 

Engine

The recommended engine is the Suzuki DF60AVTL high thrust version. Single lever engine control. Trim and tilt. Three blade propeller. The 60hp engine will give a  top end performance of some 28 knots. It can be installed at short notice. Installed price is £6,900 + VAT

Trailer

If required, we can supply custom galvanised road/launching trailer at short notice at a cost of only some £3,200 + VAT.

Package Price

The package price for this display boat is £20,000 for the hull plus £3,200 for a trailer and £6,900 for a Suzuki 60hp engine = £30,100 + VAT (£36,120 including VAT).

Description

VSR was founded in 2003 and builds approximately 100 boats per annum in their Slovenian factory. VSR RIBs have earnt their reputation in the harshest and most demanding conditions and are recognised as modern classics by numerous professional sailing coaches, regatta organisers and National and International sailing federations.  More than 60 countries use these boats for coaching their national Olympic teams including being the official RYA coaching boat. 

The boats are continually developed implementing advanced technologies and the designs are being constantly reviewed and tested by leading industry professionals. This continual development has secured their outstanding ride comfort and sea going capabilities. The centre of pitching is around the helm/coach seating - this minimises movement and reduces crew fatigue. 

The slender hull design has a high bow profile and low wetted surface area. These provide a dry ride and great planing performance. It is especially safe at sea and is specifically stable when stationed in rough seas to enable safe coaching or rescue work. Category C with six persons on board, but outperforms this.