The Ultimate Adventure Boat

Zodiac’s new CZ7 Ultimate Adventure Boat is an anytime, any weather extreme recreational rigid-hull inflatable boat (RIB) for maritime weekend warriors.

The 23' 9" CZ7 is a direct cross-over from the H-733 military RIB used by the U.S. Navy and Navy SEALs in missions including force protection and commando insertion, and by the U.S. and Canadian coast guards and several other NATO countries for heavy weather rescue and drug interdiction.

The CZ7 is designed for high performance in rough weather and heavy seas. Built to military specifications, the RIB’s design meets the highest industry standards, including the American Boat & Yacht Council (ABYC) and the Navy’s Combatant Craft Department (CCD).

The boat’s military-style deep-V fiberglass hull slices through rough water so well it allows the CZ7 to achieve remarkable speeds, incredible planing times and extraordinary handling at top speeds. This hybrid design, which incorporates a large volume inflatable collar, a low center of gravity, high freeboard, convex sectional shaped bow and a slight stern down trim, enables the RIB to make high-speed tactical turns and prevent rolling in rough sea conditions. Skilled boaters can drive it hard in large waves without fear of submerging the bow. The inflatable collar also adds to the RIB’s shock mitigation benefits.

The CZ7 has a maximum recommended power of 300 horsepower and can reach speeds in excess of 52 mph. It is equipped with high-performance twin 150 h.p. Evinrude V6 direct-injection outboard engines.

The CZ7 has a total fuel capacity of 133 gallons, an extended cruising range of roughly 580 miles and a payload capacity of 2,160 lbs.

The CZ7 Ultimate Adventure Boat is so extreme, Zodiac has developed a one-of-a-kind extreme boating training experience: the eXtreme eXcursions adventure academy. At the academy, boaters train with Zodiac’s professional maritime instructors to learn extreme boat handling techniques and navigation skills on the CZ7. The academy utilizes training techniques previously restricted to professionals, including military, Coast Guard and first responder personnel. The academy is provided free of cost to anyone who purchases a CZ7. www.zodiaccz7.com.

SOURCE Zodiac