Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Zodiac Bayrunner Series 2012 vs Zodiac Cadet RIB 340 2013 — A Close Look at Two Inflatable Rigids
When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Zodiac Bayrunner Series 2012 and the Zodiac Cadet RIB 340 2013 are inflatable rigid designs with fiberglass construction — the buying decision usually comes down to a handful of practical questions: how many people are you putting on the water, how far do you trailer, and what does your tow vehicle weigh?
The Zodiac Cadet RIB 340 2013 tops out at 25 hp. Engine specs for the Zodiac Bayrunner Series 2012 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.
The Zodiac Cadet RIB 340 2013 is an inflatable design — lighter, easier to store, and quicker to launch from a beach or dock without a slipway. The Zodiac Bayrunner Series 2012 is a rigid hull, which typically offers a more confident ride in chop and easier maintenance over the long term.
Bottom line: The Zodiac Bayrunner Series 2012 at 13,8 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Zodiac Cadet RIB 340 2013 at 11,2 ft wins on trailering ease, likely lower purchase price, and simpler docking — a solid choice for a buyer who wants more boat for less money.
General Boat Info
ModelBayrunner Series
ModelCadet RIB 34
Model Year2012
Model Year2013
Measurements / Dimensions
Length - Feet13.75
Length - Feet11.17
Beamnot available
Beam5 ft. 8 in. (1.72 m)
Beam - Metersnot available
Beam - Meters1.73
Beam - Inchesnot available
Beam - Inches68
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - Detail205 lbs. (93 kg)
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - kg92.99
Weight - lbs.not available
Weight - lbs.205
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Width [transom] - Detail2 ft. 7 in. (0.8 m) inside
Length [deck]not available
Length [deck]8 ft. 2 in. (2.48 m)
Length overall - Detailnot available
Length overall - Detail11 ft. 2 in. (3.4 m)
Length overall - Metersnot available
Length overall - Meters3.4
Length overall - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Inches134
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialInflatable
Hull typeInflatable Rigid
Hull typeInflatable Rigid
Engine and Drivetrain
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Horsepowernot available
Horsepower15 - 20 hp recommended
Engine maxnot available
Engine max25 hp
Pontoon and Inflatable Specific
Tube diameternot available
Tube diameter1 ft. 6 in. (0.45 m)
Number of tubesnot available
Number of tubes3 airtight compartments
Operational Info
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum capacity1,345 lbs. (610 kg)
Maximum peoplenot available
Maximum people6