Hard bottom dinghies or R.I.B’s, as they are frequently called, require very little preparation before launching. Simply inflate the buoyancy chamber, fit the removable accessories that come standard with your AB, attach the outboard engine and include the fuel tank (if not a model “T”) and the safety equipment required. For more detailed information, please read the Marine Safety chapter in this manual.

At the same time, make sure your boat has the hull and condensation (if applicable) drain plugs tightened into the valves before launching the boat. For more information, read the Hull & Deck Drain Plug chapter in this manual.