Top 10 PVC Boat Manufacturers

Wide opportunities provides lovers of active recreation on the water boat. Fishermen use a watercraft to search for and extract the coveted trophy, travel lovers float along the rivers, and EMERCOM employees help people in trouble. In particular demand are inflatable boats made of PVC. They are distinguished by an affordable price, they can be transported in a car, they behave steadily on a wave. In addition, the material polyvinyl chloride has high strength, resistance to mineral oils, acids, alkalis and solvents. There are many different designs, boats differ in size, capacity, capacity. Therefore, when buying a lot of questions arise. Experts will help to find answers to them.

1. For fishing and leisurely walks in small areas suitable compact rowing boats. They are equipped with oars, and inflatable boards are a closed loop. This is the most budget small size vessels.
2. PVC inflatable boats under the motor instead of the rear wall have a rigid transom to which the power unit is mounted. This type of small boats is very popular with trolling, rescuers, travelers. The capacity of motor boats can reach 8 people.
3. Motor-rowing boats are a closed structure with a hinged transom on the rear tank. Such models are required by fishermen and hunters when they have to overcome both areas with clean water and overgrown grass areas.
4. With regard to parameters such as capacity or carrying capacity, the user must decide for himself whether he will relax alone or in company with friends. It is important to strictly observe the restrictions specified by the manufacturer to ensure maximum safety on the water.

Our review includes the best PVC boat manufacturers. In determining the leading brands, the following criteria were taken into account:

• product innovation;
• specifications;
• price;
• expert opinion;
• consumer reviews.

Top 10 best PVC boat manufacturers

10 Intex (Intex)

In 1964, the American company Intex was founded. The main activity was the manufacture of inflatable products. Today, the company occupies a leading position in various countries, including Russia. It was possible to achieve high sales of the company after the transfer of production capacity to China (2002). The manufacturer was able to achieve excellent value for money. For the entire range there are certificates of quality. In addition to the boats in the assortment of inflatable furniture, swimming pools, playpens and much more.

Fishermen show great interest in the inflatable boat Intex Seahawk-200. This rowing model is sold at an affordable price, it is lightweight and good handling. The model holds up to 200 kg, and is brought to its working position by a regular pump in 10-12 minutes. The disadvantages include the fear of high waves, the fragility of plastic couplings.

9 Rotan

In 2003, three designers organized a company for the production of inflatable boats Rotan. Products compare favorably with analogs of PVC, as well as aluminum flat-boats with a high carrying capacity.All boats Rotan have an inflatable bottom, which reduced the time of folding and bringing into working position. The rejection of wooden elements favorably affected the mass of the boat. For example, the Rotan 380 model in full gear weighs 52 kg with a length of 3.8 m, a width of 1 m and a height of 0.7 m. In the transport position, the product is an envelope bag that easily fits in the back seat of a car. But most of all travelers and fishermen appreciate the Rotan inflatable boats for their high stability, which is perfectly combined with seaworthiness.

Consumers in the reviews note the carrying capacity of the boat, a thoughtful design of the vessel, stability on the water. The disadvantages include a high price and poor equipment.

8 Mnev and K

In the distant 1988, the company "Mnev and K" appeared. Over the 23 years of its existence, the company's employees have designed and brought to a logical conclusion more than 70 developments. In order to cover a wide range of potential buyers, the team launched rowing boats, motorized vessels, as well as RIB (RIB) structures with a length of 2-8 m. The company managed to achieve success in the domestic market through its own inventions, which are designed several patents. Among the consumers of the products "Mnev and K" are avid fishermen, hunters, lovers of travel, as well as representatives of the Ministry of Defense and the Ministry of Emergency Situations.

Many flattering words in the comments said by anglers regarding the Morayen series boats. The best characteristic of the model is a good move against the current or wave. Also, users note the excellent quality of PVC, durability and capacity of the model. The disadvantages include a lot of weight and weak straps in a backpack.

7 HUNTERBOAT

The young company HUNTERBOAT has been working in the domestic market since 2009. In order to quickly make itself known, the company focused on the high quality manufacturing of PVC boats. Thanks to the triple check system, we managed to eliminate the sale of defective products. Quite quickly, an extensive dealer network was created throughout the country. Having our own service centers allows for warranty and post-warranty boat service. The manufacturer has Russian certificates confirming high quality products. In the assortment there are both rowing models and vessels created for the motor. The most popular rowboat manufactured by HUNTERBOAT is the Hunter 280 R. Among the motor models, the Hunter 335 remains the most popular.

The advantages of St. Petersburg boats users include an affordable price, decent quality, good payload. The weak side is the backpack.

6 Master boat

The Master Boat company appeared in Ufa in 1993. In order to satisfy the demand of the most diverse groups of the population, the employees went for a competent marketing move. They developed and implemented 5 different brands. The most famous and popular of them is the Aqua model range. In the price setting with this brand can argue "Riviera", for some interesting models will be "Taimen", "RUSH" and "Apache". Thanks to our own developments, which are decorated with 4 patents, we managed to find interesting constructive solutions (a boat with hydrolic, a bottom in the shape of a gull-wing). Active participation in sports competitions allowed finding weaknesses and doing work on bugs in a timely manner. As a result, 9 prizes in various competitions in water-motor sport.

The Aqua 260 model deserves the most flattering words. Its capacity is 220 kg. In the reviews, anglers characterize it as the best budget rowing boat.

5 Flinc

Flinc specializes in the design, manufacture and sale of PVC inflatable boats. The products of the domestic manufacturer is distinguished by ease and comfort in moving. The development of many models was carried out with the participation of experienced hunters and fishermen.The company constantly participates in various exhibitions where you can directly ask the opinion of consumers. Reviews of boats can be left or read on the official site flinc.ru. Among the buyers of inflatable boats are not only hunters and fishermen, but also fans of tourist travel on the water. In the assortment there are both rowing boats and small vessels for a motor with a length of 2-3.6 m. The wide model range is complemented by affordable prices.

One of the most successful developments was the Flinc 320 motorboat. Users in the reviews note the low weight, compact dimensions, the possibility of a quick exit to the glider together with the 3.5-liter engine. with.

4 Solar

The unusual design of PVC inflatable boats was offered by the designers of the Russian company Solar (Solar). The company is the largest manufacturer of small vessels in the domestic market. Experts note the perfect combination of innovative approaches and high consumer characteristics of Solar products. Unlike competitors, the manufacturer completes even the smallest models with amplifiers of the bottom, floor and cylinders. The wall thickness reaches 2.6 mm, and the reinforced layer provides additional structural strength. Therefore, to damage the boat in normal conditions is quite problematic. Since the establishment of the company (2002), the boats have been equipped with a V-shaped inflatable bottom. Stiffness is achieved not by air pressure, but by vertical and longitudinal partitions.

Users in the reviews note the advantages of the Solar 350 boats, such as ease of assembly and disassembly, low weight, and permeability of the inflatable bottom.

3 Flagship

The domestic company Flagman has been developing and manufacturing PVC inflatable boats since 2005. During this time, several different lines have been made. Boats with an inflatable bottom NDND which are designed under the motor differ in special reliability. But fans of active rest show the greatest interest to the flagship catamarans. The manufacturer began to do vessels with such an unusual design in 2014. Thanks to its own developments, it was possible to solve a number of complex tasks. Specialists note the innovative technology of coating with elastomers. It is possible to put seamless strong protection on any elastic surfaces. Such processing allowed to prevent punctures in a collision at speed with sharp branches or snags.

Judging by the reviews of domestic anglers, Flagman 320 inflatable boats are considered among the best in terms of safety. They are lightweight, behave well in windy weather, have a reasonable price.

2 Frigate

The first inflatable boats under the Fregat brand saw the world in 1991. During this time, many designs and technological solutions have been developed and implemented. For example, in 2000, the Frigate created boats for a motor with cylinders of variable cross section. And in 2005, the EMERCOM of Russia began to equip amphibious aircraft with inflatable boats, the Frigate. The company boasts a large number of different awards. In 2009, the first welded PVC boat was recognized as the best product of the year in Russia. The latest achievement of the Frigate was the intersection of Eurasia in 2016. Boats launched in the Pacific Ocean and arrived in the Arctic Ocean, covering a distance of 2800 km. A distinctive feature of the Frigate boats is the presence of independent compartments (2-10 pieces), which ensures maximum reliability and unsinkability.

Good feedback from users comes to the address of the rowing boats Frigate M-2 and models Frigate 280 under the motor. Particularly noted build quality, stability on the wave and reliability.

1 Yukonaboats

PVC boats of the Canadian company Yukonaboats are well known all over the world. For 15 years of active marketing policy, the manufacturer managed to cover the market of North America, Southeast Asia and Europe. Since 2008, the company Yukonaboats operates in the domestic market. The model range is represented by boats of various purposes, from single models for small rivers and lakes to serious sea vessels. Users are offered a variety of equipment. There are boats with a lightweight, slatted-type floor, present in the assortment of an Air Deck inflatable bottom model, in some models the platform is made of moisture-resistant plywood or aluminum. All products have been tested and obtained the ISO 6185 STANDART certificate.

In our country, inflatable boats for fishing Yukona 280GT and Yukona 380 NDND with a capacity of 2-3 people are in special demand. In the reviews, users note the low weight, compactness, the presence of a convenient cover.

Popular vote - who is the best manufacturer of PVC boats?
We vote!

Yukonaboats

Frigate

Flagship

Solar

Flinc

Master boat

HUNTERBOAT

Mnev and K

Rotan

Intex (Intex)

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