What kind of Zodiac is this?

[lump1066]

i drove these for a few years when working on a ship, but can't remember the exact model. Kind of keen to hunt one down, as really enjoyed it. I thought it was MkIV, but not sure. Mix of engines, Yamaha 40, Mariner 50 etc..

Appreciate any info folks

[Projectile]

That looks like the HD (Heavy Duty) series of Zodiac SIBS (not RIBS). They are now sold by the MilPro division of Zodiac. My guess is that the both are MkVHDs. Lovely boats (probably underpowered with 40 hp engines, though).

[whisper]

Could be one of the older Zodiac FC range, the FC470 perhaps?

[Boatnomad]

Looks like the MK 5 HD,one very nice but expensive inflatable.

[Starovich]

Originally Posted by lump1066

i drove these for a few years when working on a ship, but can't remember the exact model. Kind of keen to hunt one down, as really enjoyed it. I thought it was MkIV, but not sure. Mix of engines, Yamaha 40, Mariner 50 etc..

Appreciate any info folks

Yep i can confirm hd mkV i used to drive those exact boats from the same ship

[lump1066]

Thanks for responses guys. So, now i need to track down a MkV....

[Starovich]

I know a previsions crew member purchased one from the ship when they replace some. (If the ship is not on a beach in India by now).

[lump1066]

Believe it is restricted to Galapagos now, which is a shame. Round UK was great.

[Starovich]

I was lucky enough to be out on her in the Indian ocean

[lump1066]

Yeah - i did a stint there - the 2nd picture is ashore at Aldabra, back in 2000. Thats a very cool place.

[Starovich]

Jonny Chanel is a great drift dive, Huge Groupers