Matching a inflatable non rigid Achilles RV-126SB-3T 2012 against a inflatable rigid Achilles SU-14 2008 means you're likely deciding between two genuinely different on-water experiences. Hull type shapes everything from ride quality and fuel burn to dock handling and resale trajectory.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Achilles RV-126SB-3T 2012 at 12,5 ft versus Achilles SU-14 2008 at 14,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Achilles RV-126SB-3T 2012 tips the scales at 135 lbs — 107 lbs more than the Achilles SU-14 2008 at 28 lbs. That difference is meaningful if you're working within a half-ton or three-quarter-ton truck's tow rating, especially once you factor in a motor, gear, and fuel.
The Achilles SU-14 2008 tops out at 55 hp. Engine specs for the Achilles RV-126SB-3T 2012 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Achilles RV-126SB-3T 2012 is rated for 7 passengers, while the Achilles SU-14 2008 caps at 6. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Achilles RV-126SB-3T 2012 could be the deciding factor.
The Achilles RV-126SB-3T 2012 is an inflatable design — lighter, easier to store, and quicker to launch from a beach or dock without a slipway. The Achilles SU-14 2008 is a rigid hull, which typically offers a more confident ride in chop and easier maintenance over the long term.
Bottom line: Choose the Achilles RV-126SB-3T 2012 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 7 passengers and at 12,5 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Achilles SU-14 2008 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 6 that costs less to run day-to-day.