This page contains definition of the various types of inflatable boats, it is important to understand the various types of inflatable boats before trying to purchase one - be it a new inflatable boat or a used inflatable boat.

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Dinghy Style

 Dinghy style Inflatable boat were the original inflatable dinghies. They have an inflatable transom and minimal floor supports.

Roll-Up Style

 Roll-Up style Inflatable Boat - meaning that the floor of the inflatable boat rolls up inside the boat when deflated and stored. This floor can be simply slats, narrow hinged panels, or the newest type, the high pressure air floor. These boats, will have inflatable keels (except for the slat floor).
Foldable Style Foldable style Inflatable Boat - meaning that the floor of the inflatable boat must be removed from the boat when deflated and stored. This floor is made up of large panels, which can be of wood, plastic, or fiberglass. All of these inflatable boats have inflatable keels.
Basic Rib (hard bottom) Basic RIB style Inflatable Boat - meaning that the inflatable boat has a one piece rigid hull. These boats cannot be folded. The air can be let out and the tubes pulled inboard to reduce the size for storage. Most of today's RIBS are of fiberglass, however, aluminum is also available.
Boat & Motor Packages Any of the above type Inflatable Boat packages with an outboard motor.
Deluxe Rib w/o Motor DELUXE RIB style Inflatable Boat - This is a RIB with steering console and seating. Many of the newer designs will have built-in fuel tanks. These boats are comparable to the fiberglass runabouts, except they are more stable, lighter, and in most cases have more seating room.
Deluxe Rib Package A Deluxe Rib Inflatable Boat  packaged with a Motor rigged and ready to go.
Jets - I/O This is a Deluxe RIB Inflatable Boat as above, but with an inboard JET or Inboard Outboard for power. Gas or Diesel power is available.
Commercial Units Any Inflatable Boat or Package that was designed for use commercially, generally heavy duty units.
Life rafts A unit design specifically for life saving, not general use.
Outboards (2-S) Simply a 2-stroke outboard (uses an oil gas mix, oil injection)
Outboards (4-S) Simply a 4-stroke outboard (uses straight gas, oil is in crank case)
Other - Misc. Any other item that may relate to Inflatables in general. Such as: Boss boats, Logic Craft, Davits