Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Zodiac Cadet RIB 260 2012 vs Zodiac Cadet Roll Up 240 2009 — Same Brand, Different Boat
Matching a inflatable rigid Zodiac Cadet RIB 260 2012 against a inflatable non rigid Zodiac Cadet Roll Up 240 2009 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.
Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 10 hp for the Zodiac Cadet RIB 260 2012 and 4 hp for the Zodiac Cadet Roll Up 240 2009. Real-world performance will come down more to which motor is actually bolted on, its load at the time, and whether it's a 4-stroke or 2-stroke setup.
Both boats are rated for 3 passengers — a good fit for a family of four or five plus guests. Comfort at capacity is another matter; the longer hull typically means more seat options and better weight distribution.
The Zodiac Cadet RIB 260 2012 is an inflatable design — lighter, easier to store, and quicker to launch from a beach or dock without a slipway. The Zodiac Cadet Roll Up 240 2009 is a rigid hull, which typically offers a more confident ride in chop and easier maintenance over the long term.
Bottom line: The Zodiac Cadet RIB 260 2012 and Zodiac Cadet Roll Up 240 2009 are closely matched on the specs that matter most. Test-ride both on the water you actually use, check current dealer pricing, and factor in long-term service access before you sign.
General Boat Info
ModelCadet RIB 26
ModelCadet Roll Up 24
Model Year2012
Model Year2009
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam5 ft. 1 in. (1.56 m)
Beamnot available
Beam - Meters1.55
Beam - Metersnot available
Beam - Inches61
Beam - Inchesnot available
Weight - Detail114 lbs. (52 kg)
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - kg51.71
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - lbs.114
Weight - lbs.not available
Width [transom] - Detail2 ft. 4 in. (0.7 m) inside width
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Length [deck]5 ft. 8 in. (1.72 m) inside length
Length [deck]not available
Length - Feet8.5
Length - Feet7.92
Length overall - Detail8 ft. 6 in. (2.6 m)
Length overall - Detail7 ft. 11 in. (2.4 m)
Length overall - Meters2.59
Length overall - Meters2.41
Length overall - Inches102
Length overall - Inches95
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialInflatable
Hull typeInflatable Rigid
Hull typeInflatable Non Rigid
Pontoon and Inflatable Specific
Tube diameter1 ft. 5 in. (0.42 m)
Tube diameternot available
Number of tubesAirtight Compartments: 3
Number of tubesnot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max10 hp (8 kW)
Engine max4 hp (3 kW)
Operational Info
Maximum capacity881 lbs. (400 kg)
Maximum capacity552 lbs. (250 kg)
Maximum people3
Maximum people3