To date Scorpion has always built its RIBs to order. As part of its growth plans however, the company is introducing a limited range of standard boats. The first of these is an updated version of the 6.5 metre, a model that was last produced from the Lymington-based yard in 2001.
The Scorpion 6.5m, the smallest model in a stunning range that currently stretches from 7.5m up to 10m, brings the delights of owning and running a Scorpion to a wider, but still a highly discerning audience. Scorpion has identified that there is a large enough market out of there of potential customers wishing to buy a Scorpion but perhaps finding it difficult to justify purchasing one of the larger models during a recession.
By producing a smaller, and significantly cheaper production model, Scorpion plans to expand its customer base at a time when some other manufacturers are keeping their heads down. By purchasing a 6.5m Scorpion RIB as opposed to any other marque, the owner immediately climbs onto a higher rung of that aspirational ladder but for a more affordable outlay.
Scorpion is producing two versions of the 6.5m; the Basic model package at ?35,325 inc. VAT and a Deluxe model priced at ?38,750 inc. VAT.
The Deluxe model incorporates a different seating plan with twin single jockey seats and an aft bench seat. As usual with a Scorpion there will still be the opportunity of a bespoke version by arrangement. 4-cylinder outboard engine Suzuki 140hp is standard, and other available engine options are Yamaha 150 and Evinrude 130.
Published: 2009
Photo: Scorpion
| Technical details | |
| Producer: | SCORPION RIBs (UK) |
| LOA: | 21'30 ft |
| LOA: | 6,5 m |
| Fuel tank: | 160 l |
| Max. passengers: | 6 |
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