🚢 Military-Grade Hypalon Tubes Manufactured for Tactical Applications

Retubing a military-spec RIB with precision-engineered Hypalon collars can extend operational life by over a decade, even under the harshest deployment conditions.

At Ribcollar, we’ve recently completed a bespoke inflatable tube set for a military client requiring uncompromising build standards. This project exemplifies our specialist capabilities in defence-grade tube replacement, where reliability, endurance, and fit-for-purpose design are non-negotiable.

Built for Mission-Readiness: Military Boat Tubes

When it comes to military and agency use, standard tubes won’t cut it. Every tube in this project was manufactured to exact specification, using high-grade Orca Hypalon fabric sourced from Europe. These aren’t off-the-shelf components — they’re engineered for repeat deployment in demanding environments, offering superior abrasion resistance, UV protection, and chemical stability.

From patrol duties to rapid deployment craft, our military boat tubes are trusted by professionals who cannot afford downtime.

Full In-House Control – From Fabric to Fitment

Unlike many tube suppliers, Ribcollar manufactures core components in-house, ensuring tight quality control from start to finish. This particular project included:

• Removable luff/bolt rope systems for fast collar replacement

• Custom emergency inflation bladders for rapid deployment scenarios

• Integrated storage and stowage solutions for improved onboard logistics

• Optional self-righting bag fitment for SOLAS or agency specification

Every fitting, seam and inflation valve was inspected and tested before despatch — because operational reliability starts long before the boat hits the water.

Why Defence Buyers Choose Ribcollar

Military and defence clients require a partner who understands the mission. Ribcollar’s team has years of experience supplying rigid inflatable boat repair and tube replacement services for UK and overseas forces, including special projects, refits, and NATO-compliant upgrades.

With European-built Hypalon tubes, tested for durability and backed by our industry expertise, we provide a trusted alternative to OEM-only replacements.

✅ Key Advantages

• Specialist in military boat tubes and defence RIB collar systems

• In-house build of complex collars and self-righting systems

• Commercial RIB tube replacement services also available

• Built using premium Hypalon from European manufacturers

• Technical design support available for OEMs and agency buyers

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Ready to Upgrade Your Fleet?

Whether you’re a naval architect, procurement lead or refit contractor, we can support your next project. From military RIB retubing to commercial collar upgrades, Ribcollar delivers mission-ready performance — every time.

If you need to retube a RIB for patrol, rescue or training operations, visit our dedicated retubing service page for full details.

If you're a boatbuilder, operator or repair centre looking for a dependable UK-based Hypalon partner, talk to us.📞 01935 722988📧 sales@ribcollar.com🌐 www.ribcollar.com

📩 Get in touch to discuss your next project.

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