selva 500-Test
Yacht · 16 ft (5 m) · Mataró
Expertenbewertung
Technische Daten
- Werft
- selva
- Modell
- 500
- Länge
- 16 ft (5 m)
- Gäste
- 8
Urteil
A compact 16-foot RIB with practical 8-person capacity, solid coastal credentials and straightforward performance. It suits day trips, tender duty or relaxed family use, but comfort is limited by size and it is best matched to moderate conditions and sensible loads.
Vorteile
- +Deep-V RIB hull for improved seakeeping
- +Rated for up to 8 people
- +Light 305 kg dry weight aids towing and launching
- +Hypalon tube construction is durable
- +Broad engine range gives flexible setup options
Nachteile
- −Short length limits cockpit space and storage
- −Open layout offers little weather protection
- −Comfort drops quickly with a full passenger load
- −Best performance depends on careful engine matching
The Selva 500 is a compact Italian rigid inflatable built around a deep-V hull with rest skids, 5 compartments, 4 lockers and Hypalon tubes. Public specifications place it at about 5.02 m overall length, 2.35 m beam and 305 kg dry weight, with capacity for up to 8 people and CE category C coastal certification. That makes it a small but capable platform rather than a luxury day boat.
On the water, the design should favor stable planing behavior, predictable turns and reasonable rough-water competence for its size. Published model information shows a recommended power band of 50 to 80 hp, with a maximum of 90 hp, which suggests the boat is meant to cruise efficiently rather than chase top-end speed. In this size class, handling is generally easy and forgiving, especially with moderate loading.
Comfort and livability are the main trade-offs. The open RIB format and 16-foot length mean limited shelter, limited cabin-like privacy and modest stowage, so it is best suited to short coastal hops, commuting, watersports or tender use. Overall value is strong if the buyer wants a simple, durable and easy-to-manage boat with broad usability, but less compelling if long-range comfort or spacious entertaining areas are priorities.
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