Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Zodiac Cadet RIB 340 2012 vs Zodiac Open 7 NEO T-Top 250hp On Order 2021 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Zodiac Cadet RIB 340 2012 vs Zodiac Open 7 NEO T-Top 250hp On Order 2021 comparison sits squarely in the category of decisions where specs alone won't tell the whole story — intended use, storage, and long-term ownership costs all factor in.
The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 250 hp, the Zodiac Open 7 NEO T-Top 250hp On Order 2021 has a 220-hp advantage over the Zodiac Cadet RIB 340 2012's 30-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load.
Both boats are rated for 6 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 340 2012 is an inflatable design — lighter, easier to store, and quicker to launch from a beach or dock without a slipway. The Zodiac Open 7 NEO T-Top 250hp On Order 2021 is a rigid hull, which typically offers a more confident ride in chop and easier maintenance over the long term.
Bottom line: The Zodiac Open 7 NEO T-Top 250hp On Order 2021 at 22,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Zodiac Cadet RIB 340 2012 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
MakeZodiac
Makenot available
ModelCadet RIB 34
Modelnot available
Model Year2012
Model Yearnot available
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam5 ft. 8 in. (1.72 m)
Beamnot available
Beam - Meters1.73
Beam - Metersnot available
Beam - Inches68
Beam - Inchesnot available
Weight - Detail207 lbs. (94 kg)
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - kg93.89
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - lbs.207
Weight - lbs.not available
Width [transom] - Detail2 ft. 8 in. (0.8 m) inside width
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Length [deck]8 ft. 2 in. (2.48 m) inside length
Length [deck]not available
Length - Feet11.17
Length - Feet22
Length overall - Detail11 ft. 2 in. (3.4 m)
Length overall - Detail22.00 ft
Length overall - Meters3.4
Length overall - Meters6.71
Length overall - Inches134
Length overall - Inches264
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialnot available
Hull typeInflatable Rigid
Hull typenot available
Pontoon and Inflatable Specific
Tube diameter1 ft. 6 in. (0.45 m)
Tube diameternot available
Number of tubesAirtight Compartments: 3
Number of tubesnot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeoutboard
Engine max30 hp (22 kW)
Engine maxnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal53
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters200.63
Engine makenot available
Engine makeYamaha
Horsepowernot available
Horsepower250 hp
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,344 lbs. (610 kg)
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum people6
Maximum peoplenot available
Boat typenot available
Boat typePower