Ribcraft 4.8 (inflatable) for sale

Remarks :
Gem is a stunning example of this rare 5M Ribcraft offered for sale in exceptional condition , she is a one owner boat from new and has been meticulously maintained, Powered by a Yamaha 60 HP four stroke outboard engine with 650 hours
She has her own Trailer and can be viewed here at Largs Yacht Haven , early viewing recommended

Accommodation :

Inventory :
Hull:
Black Fibreglass. Deep V
Tubes: Black Hypalon; 5 Chambers with separate air/ pressure relief valves
Factory fitted keel Shield: Full length of hull
Stainless steel towing eyelets in transom
Stainless steel A-frame with LED lighting and VHF aerial.
Sump with bilge pump: ( Bilge runs on separate circuit, and allows for use whilst
battery is off, e.g. if leaving on pontoon overnight; will empty rainwater)
Elephant drain water outlet in port transom, secured with running line inboard.
Main bung in centre transom. Attached via lanyard; allowing it to be easily located
each time the boat is launched. The boat is always stowed at a raised angle on the
trailer, to allow free exit of rainwater through bung.Seating/ Console configuration:
Ribcraft ‘FS’ consul. Tandem 2 person Jockey seat; with opening seat hatches; &
open to rear to allow fuel tank entry/ exit. Each seat is hinged, allowing access to fuel
tanks/ vents/ straps.
Doors:
Door in front of consul; replaced with new in 2024.
Door in foredeck to anchor locker: containing ‘Bruce’ type anchor; chain and warp.
(Note; these doors are not deemed or certified as ‘watertight’ by the
manufacturer)
It is common after heavy rain, to find some rainwater in the anchor locker, which is
removed with a sponge.
The consul door does not generally admit any water; and is covered with consul
cover when the boat is not in use.
Fuel System:
Runs on unleaded petrol; E5/ E10. Super unleaded preferred.
Removable 25 litre cans.(x3)
Two under seats. These are accessed for filling by lifting the hinged seats. Can also
be removed to take to the pump; which is a very useful feature in remote locations;
where the cans are physically taken to the pump.
No.3 fuel tank is usually carried on the forward deck. A fourth spare 20 litre will also
be provided; which extends her range.
From many years of use and fuel calculations; she is very economical; and fully
loaded with four persons and gear; will use in the region of 0.8 litres per nautical mile
at 5000 rpm; 24 knots cruising speed in fair conditions. Therefore; each 25 litres tank
will nominally provide 2hrs running; (allowing for 20% reserve margin)
Electrical
12v Battery in secure battery box within console; isolator switch and fuse panel.
This is the second battery since new. All in order.
Lights: LED nav lights and running light on A-Frame
Plastimo sea compass fitted to console; with night lighting; operates with nav lights.
Switches: Two switches to port of steering wheel; lights and bilge
VHF: New Icom DSC VHF (2024)
GPS: New Garmin 5in UHD GPS (2024); Great Britain and Ireland mapping.
Bilge Pump in sump; (works on either auto or manual setting)
Lines/Anchor
New bow line and port side stern line (2024).
Original starboard stern line.
Bruce anchor; with chain and warp. Stores under the bow deck hatch.
Inventory of maintenance/ upkeep since 2023 to August 2026:
As above; the vessel has had one owner since 2010; and has been kept fully
maintained and in good order during that time; with regular maintenance; fittings, hull
polish and tube/ deck cleaning, engine flush after every trip.
Below is a list of items carried out since the 2023 season; which provides indication
of the continued care and maintenance. As previously mentioned; this work alone;
totals over £3500.
2023
March 2023: Full engine service/ tube clean treatment
June 2023: New fuel lines; all fuel filters; new engine thermostat and gasket
2024
April 2024: New Icom DSC VHF professionally fitted.
New Garmin Ultra high definition GPS professionally fitted.
New VHF aerial professionally fitted.
New bow line and port side stern line.
Sept 2024: New main fuel filter/ water separator. Spark plugs/ Anodes
cont.2025
March 2025: Full service, oil/ filters, thermostat.
April 2025: Purchase of spare impeller & internal anodes for spares kit. (will be
provided).
April 2025: Engine injector replaced. New trailer winch strap.
May 2025: New custom made black heavy duty all weather console cover from
Saturn sails.
(Note; cover is fitted at rear first, then pulled forward towards the bow; then zipped at
the back to secure. When removing; unzip rear first; then lift front using handles).
July 2025: Replacement freshwater flush adaptor/ replacement spare kill cord.
2026
June 2026: Engine serviced;
All OEM Yamaha parts and oils. New spark plugs, engine, gear oil, drain gaskets
replaced.
New oil filter.
New thermostat.
Prop removed, shaft checked and greased, new yamaha cotter pin.
New fire extinguisher, mounted on starboard A-frame
June 2026: New lower leg apron cowling from Yamaha; ( previous one had some
scratches, and was replaced).
July 2026: trailer wheel bearings replaced.
August 2026: New engine timing belt fitted pre-sale; to provide new owner with long
term peace of mind; Yamaha recommends replacement every 5 years, or every
1000hrs. Gem has only done 648hrs. Additionally, Full engine diagnostic by
Yampower; all in order
In addition; the following items will be provided; which amount to over £600
worth of spares.
07/09/2026.
Box (with Euroyachts Largs); contains following items listed; for new owner
once vessel is sold.
Engine ignition key.
(Will be held by Euroyachts until sale is completed).
2nd Key
Engine kill cord + spare
Spare engine impeller
Spare spark plugs
Spare bulbs/ fuses/ cotter pins
Spare yamaha hose flush connector
New fire extinguisher (2026)- On A-frame
Emergency fuel bypass line
Spare 11 ? x 14’ pitch Yamaha propeller. (13’ pitch currently fitted to the engine).
3rd Yamaha specific 25 litre fuel tank (Separate to box contents)
Spare upright 20 litre fuel tank (Separate to box contents)
Yamaha basic toolkit
Engine cover from saturn sails. (On engine).
Trailer wheel clamp and two keys. (Clamp is on trailer at dryberth

EUROYACHTS DISCLAIMER

The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.

Mechanical :
Vessel overview
Name: GEM
Year: 2010. 1 owner.
Type: Ribcraft 5m
Colour: Black hull/ Black Tubes/ Stainless steel A-frame
Hull No: GBRIB00101C010
Engine: Yamaha 60hp 4 Stroke. Model F60C. Petrol (Unleaded)
Engine ref: 6C51040827

The unbraked trailer is easy to manage by one or two persons, making for easy
launch and recovery & has also had new wheel bearings; replaced in July 2026.... whole text » less text