Advanced Cat

Advanced Cats are stable, high performance inflatable boats.  Because of our unique Catamaran Tunnel Hull design, oversize tubes and increased beam, Advanced Cats will plane quicker with smaller motors, turn tighter at higher speeds, safely carry heavier loads and generally out-perform other inflatable boats costing much more.

Tunnel Hull sponsons are formed with enclosed, high-pressure foil tubes providing lateral stability, efficient planing and excellent protection when beached.  The AC-300 and AC-330 boats require short shaft motors (15”) while the AC-390 and AC-460 require long shaft motors (20”).

Advanced Cat Features

• Heavy duty hand-built construction using 1100 Decitex PVC Fabric
• Advanced Tunnel Hull design for superb maneuverability and efficiency
• Oversize main tubes for increased load handling and safety
• Aluminum panel floors with honeycomb composite panel in bow.  Air floor available in AC-300 and AC-330
• Fiberglass encased transom for secure and safe motor mounting
• Thick pliable rub rail with splash guard around entire boat for lasting protection
• Five Year pro-rated air-holding warranty on fabric and transom, one year on parts and accessories
• Triple-lapped seams and extra thick material on bottom of foil tubes ensure long life from daily normal use and beaching
• Simple assembly and breakdown – can easily be rolled up and stowed

The Advanced Cat Story

Advanced Cats and their close relatives, the Sport Cats, from Advanced Marine Inflatables, were developed from the high-speed surf rescue boats first used off the coasts of South Africa in the early 1980’s.  These boats and their descendants were capable of extremely high speeds (up to 65 mph!) in rough water and began to be used as race boats, workboats and pleasure craft.  They continue to be raced in the surf as well as in the U.S. on the A.P.B.A Ultralight Tunnel Hull Race Circuit.  The Advanced Cat models are a drier, more traditional version of these boats.

The Catamaran Tunnel Hull is created by two high-pressure foil tubes covered in thick PVC fabric and custom molded high-density rubber to form two wedge-shaped sponsons.  The tunnel hull creates lift for efficient planing and also provides a cushion of air for a smoother, high-speed ride.  The sponsons are wedge-shaped, providing a good “bite” on the inside of a sharp turn while the outside sponson slides over the water, preventing tipping or flipping.  As a result, the boat can perform extremely tight turns, even at high speed.  Oversize main tubes and increased beam (width) allow for greater load bearing and stability.

Added benefits of the Tunnel Hull design include higher efficiency at speed (smaller engines - less fuel), precise maneuvering in reverse (unusual for most inflatable boats), and the ability to row effectively.  The Advanced Cats also tow cleanly behind power or sail boats.

Advanced Cat Specifications

*  Heavier four stroke motors with remote controls may exceed practical transom weight limits. 
AC-300 transom max weight 130 lbs, AC-330 transom max weight 160 lbs. AC-390 transom max weight 200 lbs, AC-460 transom max weight 230 lbs.
Please contact AMI with any questions about motors or modifications. 

Each Advanced Marine Cat boat comes with a high-pressure air pump, aluminum seat, PVC patch kit,
oars and oarlocks (AC-300 and AC-330), paddles (AC-390 and AC-460), bow line, valve tool, and instruction manual