Vermont State Police Enhance Marine Patrol

Ribcraft announced the recent delivery of two Ribcraft 6.5s to the Vermont State Police Marine Patrol.

The 21-foot RIBs will be used by the marine patrol and scuba team for patrols, dive operations, and general search-and-rescue applications on Lake Champlain.

The RIBs will provide the flexibility to fulfill the various mission requirements, as well as offering a stable, open platform for the SCUBA team, according to a company statement.

The two 21’5″ RIBCRAFT 6.5 professional grade RIBs feature a center console with bolster, aluminum T-top, an aft tow post, and an antenna arch with integrating folding dive ladder. Equipped with a single 150HP Evinrude E-TEC engine, the boats will reach speeds in excess of 40 knots.

About Ribcraft:

Vermont State PoliceRIBCRAFT is a U.S. manufacturer of professional grade rigid inflatable boats for law enforcement, safety professionals, and military agencies. The company designs and builds safe, durable, performance oriented rigid inflatable boats (RIBs) that fulfill the most demanding professional and recreational applications. A leading manufacturer of professional grade RIBs and inflatables for safety professionals, military agencies, yacht clubs, and recreational boaters throughout the world, RIBCRAFT offers vessels ranging in size from 14′ to 41′ capable of fulfilling most any mission.