Highfield Boats’ new recreational jet boat series, Velox, is designed and engineered in collaboration with BRP. Featuring Highfield’s signature aluminum hull and heavy-duty tubes, the new RIB series is powered by BRP’s award-winning Rotax jet propulsion system.
“We designed the Highfield Velox for a new generation of boaters,” says Christophe Lavigne, president of Highfield Boats USA. “Owners can add fun options like a sound system, roll bar and bimini top, but our main goal was to make it affordable compared to many other boats in its size range. The Highfield Velox 420 has a retail price of just $35,000, plus transport and prep.”
The first model to launch in the series, the Velox 420 features 90hp Rotax 903 ACE engine and CAT exhaust, delivering speeds up to 38mph, making it a great fit as both a tender and watersports tow boat.
“We’ve had a very close collaboration with Christophe and his team on the Velox. When we met to discuss Highfield’s interest in getting into the recreational jet boat market, we knew the Rotax 903 engine would be a perfect solution. The Rotax 903, 90hp jet propulsion engine provides high level performance at an affordable price,” explains Paul Blouin, BRP sales director & general manager.
The Velox 420 is already in production, with first deliveries planned for this spring.
“The new Velox 420 is part of Highfield Boats’ ongoing initiative to work with forward-thinking engine manufacturers to create exciting new RIB models,” adds Lavigne. “Our goal is to expand Highfield’s operation and product offerings in North America in response to our growing market share here. The Velox was designed, engineered, and prototyped here and the boats are being assembled in our new Highfield facility in Cadillac, Michigan.”
Learn more at highfieldnorthamerica.com.
