Hypalon coated nylon inflatable sponsons. All new boats are now orange.

Conical diaphram between sections allows some transfer of pressure if forward section is damaged and leaking.

Marine ply deck over moulded glassfibre rigid hull. Fuel tanks under deck further aft.

Moulded glassfibre centre console forms seats for crew members with stowage under hinged lids.

Inflatable righting bag activated by crew in the event of a capsize. Two compressed air cylinders are stowed on the deck below.

Tubular aluminium 'roll bar' supports righting equipment, aerials and navigation lights.

Cutaway drawing sponsored by Outboard engines: Two Evinrude outboards, each producing 70hp.

Modified at the RNLI's Inshore Lifeboat Centre at Cowes to prevent water entering in the event of a capsize - allowing them to be re-started 7,3m Beam: 2.64m Weight: 1,450kg Speed: 32 knots Radar reflector - makes the lifeboat more visible on other radar displays.

Aerial for GPS satelite navigation receiver.

Aerial for VHP radio transmitter/ receiver.

Alloy mast supports steaming •Kl light, stern light and blue Satellite navigator read-out in view of emergency light, crew members.

Helmsman's console with controls, compass and engine instrumentation.

Crew wear dry suits, automatically inflating lifejackets and helmets.

First aid kit Stemhead fitting specially made, like all other hull attachments, at the Inshore Lifeboat Centre..