RIBCRAFT Delivers New Patrol Boat to Coventry Police Department

RIBCRAFT delivers a RIBCRAFT 5.85 to the Coventry Police Department. As the leading manufacturer of professional grade rigid inflatable boats (RIBs) for safety professionals, law enforcement, and military agencies around the world, RIBCRAFT provides the ultimate patrol and rescue boat.

Marblehead, MA, July  2025 – The city of Coventry, Rhode Island recently took delivery of a 19’ RIBCRAFT 5.85 for their police department. This specialized RIB enhances their patrol and response capabilities while providing a safe platform for public safety efforts during on-water events. RIBCRAFT worked with the department to build a boat that met all of their operational requirements.

Located in the Pawtuxet River Valley, the department primarily operates on Johnson’s Pond, but needed a vessel that could easily be towed to other waterways in town as needed. RIBCRAFT worked with the Police Chief and Lieutenant to understand the department’s needs and outfit the 5.85 to meet mission requirements. Based on a previous Rhode Island DEM Division of Law Enforcement contract, the new patrol boat is well equipped and answers the need for a reliable marine presence in the community.

“We are extremely pleased with our new patrol boat” reports Lieutenant Alexander DeMolles. “The lightweight design and size of the boat makes it easy to trailer with standard patrol vehicles. The handling and stability of the boat is also impressive, allowing for easy single handed operations, but also offering enough room for two or more crew members as needed.”

The RIB features a center console with front bench seat, operator leaning post, full size windscreen mounted to a T-top, fore and aft tow posts, engine crash rail and keel guard. Powered by a 115HP Yamaha outboard, the boat reaches speeds in excess of 42mph while still providing unparalleled safety and unsurpassed performance. Equipped with a black multi-chambered heavy-duty Hypalon tube complete with bow reinforcing, boarding wear patches, and custom reflective lettering, the RIBCRAFT 5.85 provides a durable, stable, and seaworthy platform regardless of the operational waters and sea conditions. The electronics package includes a blue LED law enforcement light bar, Whelen Hailer/Siren, 360 degree scene lighting, Garmin GPS and State radio.

The RIBCRAFT 5.85 provides unmatched performance with its aggressive deep V hull and high swept bow, and excellent open deck space for rescue operations, personnel and equipment. Designed originally as a surf rescue craft, the RIBCRAFT 5.85 is small enough for rapid deployment yet still large enough to meet the department’s operational requirements in all sea states.

This 19’ model is a favorite among departments for its versatility, durability, safety and performance. Extremely durable, stable, and reliable, RIBCRAFT RIBs with their heavy duty inflatable tube and deep V hull are an excellent platform for law enforcement, search and rescue and marine interdiction.

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RIBCRAFT designs and builds safe, durable, performance oriented rigid inflatable boats (RIBs) that fulfill the most demanding military, 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 starting at 15’, capable of fulfilling most any mission. www.ribcraftusa.com