Which PVC boat is better - with an inflatable bottom or with floorboards

PVC boats for lovers of water hobbies are a reliable means of transportation across the reservoir. However, purchasing such a structure for yourself, the question arises: buy a boat with an inflatable bottom or with floorboards. In this regard, below is a detailed description of the choice of boats, as well as a rating of popular models of each type of inflatable structures.

PVC boats: general presentation, classification

Boats made of PVC are considered the best, since the material for their creation has a number of advantages in comparison with rubber types of boats:

• Much lighter in weight;
• Does not rot;
• Absorbs moisture;
• Frost-resistant;
• Extended temperature range for operation;
• They are resistant to fungi and other microorganisms.

In this regard, in the matter of choosing: a rubber or PVC boat, preference is given to the second option.

Classification by material type

For PVC boats, a special multilayer fabric is used, the layers of which are intertwined with special fibers, and the outer layer is coated with polyvinyl chloride fusion.

The boats use the following material:

• reinforced PVC;
• unreinforced PVC;
• rubberized fabric;
• hipalon and neoprene.

Reinforced 5-layer PVC fabric is used in the manufacture of inflatable boats. Tie thread - 1100 dtex strength. The outer cover increases the glide of the boat on the water and makes the material more abrasion resistant.

Unreinforced PVC is characterized by low strength, at low and high temperatures, the material is practically inelastic. In this regard, such boats are resistant to deformation, as a rule, inexpensive, have low weight and are convenient to use. In production, the seams of such boats are joined by welding, thus increasing the manufacturability of the structure and the reliability of the seam lines.

Vessels made of rubberized fabric are budget options and are the most demanded. The material is used for the manufacture of rowing inflatable boats of any size, however, there are instances of motor-rowing models. The main disadvantages of such fabric are: low level of strength, low resistance to abrasion and susceptibility to decay.

A modern and very promising material hipalon + neoprene, in comparison with PVC, has the best functionality. The fabric is a synthetic fabric (base layer) that is coated with neoprene for better adhesion and then with hipalon. The resulting canvas is expensive and of high quality, the boats from which are more durable when compared with PVC boats.

Classification by type of base

All PVC boats fall into two main categories:

1. with an inflatable bottom;
2. with payoli.

What kind of boat is better to buy in this case? The table below shows all the necessary data, having studied which it is easy to decide on the purchase of a vessel.

Comparative analysis of PVC boats with different bottom:

Name	Inflatable base	With payols
Bottom varieties:	whole;	with a hard bottom, partially removable;
	with independent sections;
		completely removable;
	one-piece, independent of the entire structure.	inflatable.
Positive sides:	the shock of the waves is weakly felt;	sustainability;
		cockpit depth;
	easy assembly / disassembly;	water falls under the payola itself;
	easy to clean;	low center of gravity;
	strong enough;	more usable space.
	low degree of erasure of inner sides;
	high carrying capacity;
	"Deadliness";
	good thermal insulation;
	the presence of valves for draining water.
Negative sides:	bottom volume reduces the size of the cockpit;	time spent on installation / disassembly;
	increased rolliness;	weight;
		vibration during the passage of waves;
	sailing;
	under a certain load, the boat's speed of movement decreases;
		inconvenient to wash and dry.
	slippery floor when exposed to water.
Application:	long fishing;	multi-day fishing;
	walks on the lake.	long trips.

PVC boat classification

Inflatable boats and their types:

1. rowing;
2. motor;
3. motor-rowing.

How to choose the right boat?

Rowing PVC boats do not have a transom and are used to move the oars. Such designs are suitable for romantic voyages, excursions and hunting or fishing short distances from the coast.

PVC motor boats use a suspended mechanical structure, thanks to which it is possible to cover vast distances of water spaces in a minimum period of time. Suitable for fishermen, sportsmen, racers, lovers of mountain water slopes or family leisure walks.

The third type is a combined version of a boat with a motor and oars. Ideal for emergencies or hunting / fishing.

Selection criteria for PVC boats

There are a few general points to consider when buying a boat:

• appointment;
• parameters;
• how much is.

As for the cost of structures, it all depends on the technical condition of a particular boat model. The better the material and the availability of additional amenities, the higher the price of the product.

It is important to immediately decide for what purposes the boat will be used:

• fishing;
• hunting;
• walks;
• special services;
• sports achievements.

Each field of activity has its own model of PVC boat. A thorough analysis of the technical side of the design and customer reviews will help to avoid mistakes when choosing.

What to look for? Main criteria:

• carrying capacity;
• dimensions;
• number of seats;
• bottom type;
• the height of the sides;
• material properties;
• what kind of management;
• equipment.

Having chosen a suitable model, based on the points listed above, you can think about which company is better to buy a PVC vessel.

Model overview

Several designs of PVC boats are offered to the attention, which make up the rating of quality models for the current year according to buyers. Based on their customer feedback, positive and negative qualities were compiled for each brand of vessel. For convenience, the entire product range has been divided into two categories.

The best PVC inflatable boats

These models are the cheapest in the price segment. They can be easily repaired in case of damage. Most often used by amateurs for various purposes.

"Intex Explorer-300 Set"

A great option for teenagers during the beach season. The boat is brightly colored (red + elements of yellow), equipped with oars and holes for them, and also comes on sale with its own pump.

Specifications:

Name	Description
Dimensions (in meters):	length - 2.11; width - 1.17
Number of seats	3
Net weight	3.5 kg
Payload	182 kg
Material	unreinforced PVC
A type	rowing
Diameter of cylinders	41 cm
average price	2500 rubles

• Price;
• Light weight;
• Design;
• Equipment.

• Not suitable for fishing and travel;
• Can hardly accommodate 2 adults.

"Bestway 61068"

A two-seater motor-rowing boat of bright yellow color is suitable for fishing. It is equipped with all the necessary equipment for this: a rod holder, oarlocks, oars and a rope. Thanks to the supplied pump, the boat can be prepared for sailing within a few minutes.

Specifications:

Name	Description
Dimensions (meters):	boat length - 2.55; width - 1.27
Number of air compartments	2
Desired motor	no more than 1.40 l. from.
Payload	255 kg
Places	2
Bottom	inflatable
By price	4300 rubles

• Compact;
• Takes up little space during transportation;
• Under the motor;
• Everything is;
• Affordable cost.

• The model is not resistant to damage.

"HONDA HONWAVE T32 IE2"

A motor-rowing boat with a stationary transom (built-in) and an inflatable bottom easily develops speed and is used in many fields of activity: all types of outdoor activities on the water (diving, fishing, family walks or rafting on moderate rapids). The base of the model is two independent compartments, which provide it with good deadlift. The package includes seats with standard fit and water resistance property, as well as a repair kit, pump, paddles and packing bag.

A rope stretched along the side increases the safety of passenger transportation. There are special mounts for oars. In front of the boat, there are eye rings for the anchor and towing cables.

Specifications:

Name	Description
Dimensions (meters):	width - 1.535; length - 3.205
Balloon diameter	42.5 cm
Number of cameras	main - 3, bottoms - 2
Number of passengers	Up to 4 people
Maximum load	735 kg
Permissible motor power	15 l. from.
Shipping weight	39 kg
average price	89,000 rubles

• Fast;
• Resistant to the effects of fuels and lubricants;
• Reliable;
• Reinforced transom;
• Comfortable;
• The warranty period is 3 years;
• Perfectly equipped;
• Mobile;
• Roomy;
• The model is easy to use;
• Low weight.

• Expensive.

Flink 180

The Russian company offers a PVC boat that has a non-inflatable bottom. It is designed for one person for swimming short distances (up to 200 m). Used by hunters to extract prey. The design folds quickly and fits into a backpack. Available in swamp (dark green) or gray colors.

Specifications:

Name	Description
Dimensions (in meters):	length - 1.8; width - 1
Weight	5 Kg
Material	unreinforced PVC
Design	rowing
Maximum load	100 Kg
Balloon diameter	2.7 cm
Number of compartments	2
Price	5200 rubles

• Single;
• Compact;
• Low weight;
• Fittings;
• Suitable instead of a mattress;
• Gluing quality;
• Cost of goods.

• Poor stability.

"Intex Excursion-5 Set"

A rowing boat with an inflatable bottom and seats is designed for 5 people. Suitable for families and river rafting. The design has a standard set: oars, cable, pump and repair kit. There are special handles for convenient movement of the vessel.

Specifications:

Name	Description
the cloth	reinforced PVC
Parameters (meters):	length - 3.66; width - 1.68
Diameter of cylinders	43 cm
Number of air compartments	2
Payload	455 kg
average cost	8900 rubles

• Persistence;
• Sofas;
• Lightweight;
• Capacity;
• Inexpensive;
• Durable material;
• Convenient.

Disadvantages:

• Short oars;
• Valve on the inflatable bottom;
• Lack of keel.

"YART Ide 12"

A rowing boat made of rubberized fabric allows one person to comfortably accommodate. The structure has an inflatable keel and two types of seats: rigid and air.

Specifications:

Name	Description
Passenger seats	1.5
Payload	180 Kg
Compartments	2
Bottom	elastic
Weight	12 Kg
Balloon	29 cm
Boat length	2.3 m
Price segment	within 10,000 rubles

• Weatherproof rubber coating;
• High sides;
• Stylish;
• Exposure to heavy loads;
• For any hobbies.

• Low seaworthiness.

The best PVC boats with floorboards

The broadest category of inflatable boats. Models have different types of decking, which affects the quality and stability of the boat. Boats are used, in most cases, for fishing or hunting. The list includes popular models selected based on a survey of the population.

Flinc FT320L

Three-seater motor boat made of reinforced PVC with built-in transom is suitable for hunting or fishing. Available colors: green, gray.

Specifications:

Name	Description
Number of air bays and seats	3
Recommended motor	up to 6 liters. from.
Floor type	collapsible, plywood
Balloon	39 cm
Boat weight	30 Kg
Payload	320 kg
Dimensions (meters):	width - 1.38; length - 3.2
Price	20800 rubles

• Reliable;
• Long service life;
• Opportunities;
• Simple assembly;
• Cost;
• Low weight;
• Resistant to damage.

• Pump;
• Engine restriction.

Liman 320

The table describes the possible model options. The boat is suitable for walking, hunting, fishing or hiking. The seats can be moved to evenly distribute the load. The lyktros-likpaz system provides comfortable seating in the cockpit. Construction material - PVC with a density of 1100 and 1300 g / m (cylinder and bottom, respectively).

Specifications

Name	Description
Length	3.2 m
Maximum shutter speed	630 kg
Motor	from 12 to 20 liters. from.
Bottom	inflatable / non-inflatable
Payol	optionally collapsible, material: aluminum / plywood
Transom	built-in, 38 cm high
Number of places	03.05.2019
Cockpit	68-80 cm
Cylinder diameter	42-45 cm
Weight	43-69 kg
What is:	fender, repair kit, pump, carrying handles, oarlocks, oars, rope, anchor eyelet and hard seats
Possible colors:	camouflage, green, gray or combined: white + gray
Cost in the range	40,000-50,000 rubles

• The seams are smooth, tight;
• Quality pleases;
• Maneuverable;
• Roomy;
• Equipment;
• There are plenty to choose from, several modifications;
• Long lasting.

• Price;
• Lack of a rod holder.

"SEA-PRO 200C"

The motor rowing boat with a non-inflatable bottom and an outboard transom is made of PVC-reinforced fabric. To give the boat's hull additional rigidity and form a stable support under the feet, the manufacturer installed a slat (flooring), which is mounted on the base of the structure.

The model is designed for two places, equipped with inflatable seats, a rod holder, oars and oarlocks, in addition there is a line. Recommended for lovers of solo fishing or walking together in a calm reservoir.

Specifications:

Name	Description
Capacity	2 persons
Payload	180 Kg
Motor power	up to 2.50 liters. from.
Floor type	collapsible, made of plywood
Air compartments	2
Cylinders	30 cm
Boat weight	12 Kg
Parameters (in meters):	width - 1.16; length - 2
Cost of goods	24,000 rubles

• Great boat for the price;
• The quality of the fabric;
• Goes smoothly;
• Lightweight;
• Comfortable;
• Safe;
• Durable;
• Comfortable seating.

• Not identified.

"HUNTERBOAT Hunter 320"

The three-seater motor boat is made of durable fabric (reinforced with PVC). The keel and bottom type may or may not be inflated, respectively. The seats in the model are hard. The structure is equipped with all the necessary equipment for long distance fishing.

Specifications:

Name	Description
Parameters (meters):	length - 3.2; width - up to 1.5; cockpit length - 2.25;
PVC boat weight	up to 35 kg
Colors	green or gray
Supplements:	the presence of a bow awning and a fender
Payola	Plywood, collapsible
Motor power	up to 9.9 liters. from.
Number of air compartments	3
Payload	450 kg
average price	23,700 rubles

• Value for money;
• The size;
• Wave stability;
• Driving performance;
• Outboard motor power;
• Easy to assemble the floor;
• Compactness.

• Poor gluing of seams;
• Heavy;
• The quality of the components.

"Intex Mariner 3"

The rowing boat can comfortably accommodate two adults. The base of the structure is non-inflatable, the seats are airy, the body material is reinforced PVC. There is everything you need for avid fishermen.

Specifications:

Name	Description
Floor type	collapsible
Keel	inflatable
Places	2.5
Cylinders	46 cm
Weight	21 kg
External dimensions (in meters):	width - 1.27; length - 2.97
Maximum lifting capacity	300 Kg
The cost	19,000 rubles

• Wide paddles for paddles;
• Excellent valves;
• Roominess;
• Carrying capacity;
• Durable pvc;
• Beautiful;
• Symmetrical shape;
• Possibility to install a motor.

• Unreliable oarlocks;
• Small size bag for stowage;
• Boat weight.

Output

The popularity of PVC boat models among the population is associated with key points:

• inexpensive price;
• ease of use;
• compactness;
• durable material;
• driving performance;
• comfortable accommodation.

The review includes the best manufacturers of inflatable boats according to buyers' opinion, although in some cases, the quality of the structures would be better.

The most common models are two-seater boats: they are easy to operate by one person, as well as to assemble and disassemble. Such designs take up little space and can be stored anywhere.

Customer reviews indicate that PVC boats with floorboards are purchased with a plywood bottom, but it is worth noting that there are copies with a plastic version.

For leisure lovers and family people, simple boats are suitable, but for avid hunters, fishermen and athletes, it is better to purchase motor units with special equipment.

Attention! The above information is not a buying guide. For any advice, you should contact the specialists!