Stainless Roll Bar for RIBs (Adjustable Foldable Arch)

This Stainless Roll Bar for RIBs is engineered to greatly enhance both the safety and versatility of your rigid inflatable boat. Crafted from high-grade AISI 316 stainless steel, the roll bar (also known as a targa arch) offers excellent durability and corrosion resistance, vital for boats operating in saltwater conditions. The polished tubular construction not only withstands heavy loads and constant exposure to the elements, but also complements the boat’s appearance with a sleek, professional finish.

One of the key features of this roll bar is its adjustable width design. The base width can be fine-tuned to fit a range of RIB transom sizes – from approximately 1.06 m to 1.56 m in the 30 mm tube version, or 1.56 m to 2.06 m in the 40 mm tube version – ensuring a secure fit whether you have a smaller inflatable or a larger RIB model. The arch stands at a fixed height of 120 cm, providing an ideal elevation for mounting all-around anchor lights and antennas in compliance with maritime safety regulations (e.g. keeping navigation lights visible above eye level). Despite the fixed upright height, the roll bar features a foldable mechanism at its base: you can release the hand knobs at the deck plates and tilt the entire bar forward toward the bow. This convenient folding capability is invaluable when transporting your boat on a trailer, passing under low bridges, or storing the boat in a garage, as it reduces the overall height profile.

The functional design of the RIB roll bar includes multiple pre-welded mounting plates – typically one on each side and additional plates across the top. These flat plates make it easy to install crucial accessories: for instance, you can mount an all-round white light or anchor light on the top center plate, attach VHF or GPS antennas on the side plates, and even add deck floodlights or horn speakers. Many users also utilize the arch to support a small radar reflector or action cameras for watersports. The structural integrity of the arch is sufficient for light towing applications (such as pulling a towable tube or wakeboarder), though its primary purpose is for equipment mounting and as a grab bar. For passenger safety, the roll bar creates a secure handhold along the stern – useful when the boat is underway and occupants need something to steady themselves.

Installation is straightforward: the package includes two heavy-duty base plates (feet) that bolt onto the boat’s deck or transom. Once installed, the roll bar’s legs insert into these bases and can be locked in place. The base plates also incorporate a pass-through channel for routing electrical wiring internally, allowing you to hide and protect cables for lights and antennas inside the tubing for a clean look. The entire unit is delivered with a polished finish and requires minimal maintenance – just rinse with fresh water and occasionally check the bolts for tightness. With its robust build and intelligent features, this stainless roll bar not only upgrades your RIB’s functionality by providing attachment points for equipment and lighting, but also gives it a sportier, more confident profile on the water.