SEA FORCE® SOLAS Series

Key Specifications

• Length: 6.7 m (22ft 5in)
• Beam: 2.70 m (8ft 8in)
• Capacity: Up to 9 persons
• Propulsion: 220 hp Volvo Penta D3 diesel inboard engine with Hamilton waterjet (Max HP: 230)
• Fuel: 40 gallon heavy-duty aluminum tank
• Speed: ~26.5 knots
• Certification: USCG Approved (No. 160.153/6/1) & SOLAS Certified

Construction & Features

• Hand-laid fiberglass hull and deck (no wood, all composite).
• High-density foam inserts and internal girders for hull reinforcement.
• 5-chamber, 22-inch diameter UV-resistant polyurethane inflatable tube with lifelines and rubstrakes.
• Non-skid decks with flush deck drains (elephant trunk scuppers).
• Full-height transom with stainless cap and twin towing bollards.
• Built-in self-righting capability (roll bar/frame and inflation bag).
• Four integrated lift points for single-point hoisting (3 or 4-leg sling).
• Cranston-Eagle single-point lifting frame with off-load release hook available.
• Standard safety: two 5-lb fire extinguishers, SOLAS equipment kit, emergency tiller, boat hook, paddles, searchlight.

Mission Applications

Designed as a rescue boat for large ships (naval vessels, coast guard cutters, oil tankers, research ships, passenger ferries). Ideal for man-overboard recovery, emergency evacuations, and open-water search and rescue in rough conditions. Used on offshore platforms and military vessels as a primary rescue craft.

Notable Users

U.S. Navy's Military Sealift Command (MSC), Maersk Line (for MSC-managed vessels), Alaska Marine Highway System (e.g., M/V Columbia), NOAA, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (e.g., dredge McFarland). Deployed by offshore oil companies and cruise lines for over a decade.

Available Configurations & Options

Typically center console with inboard engine/waterjet. Aluminum-framed canopy or bow post for self-righting bag. Options: self-righting system, single-point lifting frame/hook, Miranda foldable davit lifting system, various navigation electronics. Customizable with mission-specific gear while maintaining SOLAS certification.

Key Specifications

• Length: 5.87 m (19ft 3in)
• Beam: ~2.5 m (8ft 3in)
• Capacity: Up to 6 persons
• Propulsion: Small inboard diesel with waterjet, or SOLAS-approved outboard (Design HP: 150-160 hp max)
• Speed: Mid-20 knot range
• Certification: SOLAS Certified (Achieved post mid-2010s USCG testing)

Construction & Features

• Heavy-duty fiberglass hull (foam reinforcement, no wood).
• Orange SOLAS-grade inflatable collar.
• Non-skid self-bailing deck.
• Integrated lifting points with self-righting system.
• Three-point lifting sling for single-point hoist.
• Required SOLAS rescue equipment package.
• Redundant buoyancy for safety.

Mission Applications

Well-suited for offshore support vessels, medium-sized passenger ships, or large private yachts. Functions as a dedicated man-overboard boat on cargo ships, oil platform support vessels, or research ships. Provides quick response for retrieving persons, personnel transfer, or SAR tasks near host ship. Fills niche for reliable ~19ft rescue RHIB.

Notable Users

Developed for industry demand; likely adopted by commercial operators (shipping lines, offshore companies) post-certification. Potential users include Maersk Line, MSC, passenger ferries, or cruise ships where a 6.7m boat won't fit. Positioned as a workhorse rescue boat for military and industry.

Available Configurations & Options

Typically center console helm with inboard engine/jet drive. Potential for high-power outboard (e.g., 150 hp) with appropriate guards. Standard SOLAS features included. Options similar to 670: single-point lifting frame, navigation electronics, custom seating. Miranda davit system compatibility. Can be built with minor modifications while retaining certification.

Key Specifications

• Length: ~5.4 m (17ft 10in)
• Beam: ~2.5 m (8ft 3in)
• Capacity: Up to 6 persons
• Propulsion: 90 hp four-stroke outboard (with propeller guard)
• Certification: USCG Approved & SOLAS Certified (Projected by 2015, now offered)
• Weight (fully loaded): Approx. 1,300 kg

Construction & Features

• Fire-retardant fiberglass (E-glass) hull.
• Orange inflatable buoyancy tube.
• Non-skid self-bailing decks.
• Automatically inflating self-righting bag system.
• Lifting eyes for single-point hoisting.
• Full SOLAS equipment package (repair kit, oars, waterproof kit, etc.).
• Reinforced transom for outboard mounting with stainless steel propeller guard.
• Covered aft stowage box (doubles as seating) and aluminum mooring bits.
• Lightweight design for smaller davit systems.
• SOLAS-required stability, remains upright and buoyant if swamped.

Mission Applications

Targets operations where space is premium: smaller cargo ships, research vessels, offshore service vessels. Ideal for quick man-overboard deployment, harbor or near-shore rescue. Suitable for vessels that cannot handle the weight of a larger FRB. May attract navies/coast guards for standardized small rescue RHIBs.

Notable Users

Development highlighted in industry press; full deployment post-certification. Potential early adopters: U.S. Navy (smaller auxiliary ships), commercial fleets updating older rescue boats. Customers of larger Willard models (ferry systems, MSC) may have ordered 540s for specific vessels. Innovation of SOLAS-certified outboard boat was notable.

Available Configurations & Options

Standard: center console with helm controls for outboard, seating (jockey-style or bench). Frame over engine area for self-righting bag/lifting point. Potentially tiller-steered version for extreme simplicity. Options: choice of SOLAS-approved outboard brand, additional navigation aids (compass, GPS, VHF), custom cradling. Miranda davit adapter available. Simpler maintenance due to outboard.

Key Specifications

• Length: 4.90 m (16ft 1in)
• Beam: ~2.0 m (6ft 7in)
• Capacity: Up to 6 persons
• Propulsion: 40 hp outboard engine (gasoline four-stroke, max HP 40)
• Speed: ~20 knots (light load)
• Certification: USCG Approved (No. 160.156/25/1) & SOLAS Certified

Construction & Features

• Multi-chamber polyurethane tube, tough fiberglass hull.
• Open self-bailing deck.
• Self-righting system (CO2-inflated bag on a frame).
• Three-point lifting sling attachment for single-point davit/crane.
• Standard SOLAS equipment pack (bailout pump, oars, signaling devices, first-aid kit).
• Built-in hull flotation and reinforcement (foam inserts, limber holes).
• Unsinkable and durable design.
• Small size for easy nesting on deck or lifeboat station.

Mission Applications

Ideal for ships with very limited space: merchant cargo ships, small cruise ships, offshore workboats, large yachts. Quick man-overboard retrieval. Can double as a tender in calm conditions. Suitable for smaller coast guard cutters or naval vessels as a ready rescue boat. Widespread adoption in commercial maritime sector.

Notable Users

Multiple U.S.-flagged and international vessels. Maersk Line, U.S. Navy MSC (for certain auxiliary ships). Alaska Marine Highway ferries (potentially prior to upgrades). Popular for U.S. government-owned vessels due to American-made status. Comes with USCG SOLAS Rescue Boat Certificate.

Available Configurations & Options

Two configurations: tiller-steer model (saves weight/space) or side console model (ergonomic control). Both SOLAS-approved with self-righting/lifting. Options: fold-down GRP canopy, choice of tube material/color (orange standard), mounting cradles. Different SOLAS-approved 40hp outboard brands can be integrated. Standard emergency steering tiller.