The 2025 Defender FRB400 is a specialized 13' 1" inflatable boat engineered for rapid response, fire rescue, and search-and-rescue (SAR) missions. Featuring a high-visibility **Rescue Red** hull and a revolutionary **high-pressure air floor**, this boat is designed for speed of deployment and maximum portability. Built with heavy-duty 1,100 Decitex PVC and reinforced seams, the FRB400 provides the durability needed for professional emergency services while remaining light enough to be carried by a small crew.
Technical Specifications
| Brand / Series |
Defender Marine / Fire Rescue (FRB) |
| Model / MPN |
FRB400 Red (2025 Edition) |
| SKU |
DEF-FRB400-RED-2025 |
| Overall Length |
13' 1" / 4.00 m |
| Floor Type |
High-Pressure Drop-Stitch Inflatable Air Floor |
| Boat Weight |
145 lbs (65 kg) - Lightweight for Quick Launch |
| Passenger Capacity |
7 Persons / 1,850 lbs Capacity |
| Max Horsepower |
25 HP (Short Shaft 15") |
What's In The Box?
- Defender FRB400 PVC Hull (Rescue Red)
- High-Pressure Inflatable Floor (Drop-Stitch)
- Fiberglass Bench Seat (Removable)
- Pair of Aluminum Oars with Oarlocks
- High-Pressure Hand Pump with Gauge
- Carrying Bag (Oversized for easy packing)
- Repair Kit & Emergency Documentation
- Safety Life Lines (Pre-installed around the hull)
Rapid Response Capability
The Defender FRB400 is designed to minimize the time between arriving on the scene and getting on the water. The inflatable high-pressure floor provides a stable and rigid platform for rescue personnel to stand on, while the large tube diameter ensures high buoyancy even in flooded urban areas or open coastal waters. Equipped with reinforced rubbing strakes on the bottom and sides, it can handle debris and rough landings often encountered in fire and rescue scenarios.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Is the Air Floor rigid enough for professional rescue?
Yes. When inflated to the specified high pressure (approx. 10 PSI), the drop-stitch floor becomes very rigid, allowing rescuers to stand and work safely without the weight and bulk of aluminum floorboards.
2. What is the advantage of the Red PVC hull?
The Rescue Red color provides maximum visibility for search teams and other vessels, which is critical during emergency operations and low-light rescue missions.
Emergency Response Specialist | Defender Marine Fire Rescue Dealer | Global Rapid Shipping
