2004 SACS Stratos 12

Step aboard and you’ll notice how much open deck space this Stratos 12 gives you for a 40-footer—wide side passages, deep secure bulwarks, and a generous bow area that’s as comfortable for sunning as it is for loading guests from the dock. The console layout keeps all the electronics high and dry, with clear sightlines whether you’re seated or standing at the helm. Heavy-duty cleats, robust grab rails, and solid T-top supports speak to the boat’s professional RIB heritage. Under-seat storage and thoughtfully placed lockers swallow water toys, fenders, and lines, keeping the deck uncluttered for entertaining, quick runs ashore, or a fast sprint back to the mothership.

In these warm, often choppy coastal waters, a deep-V RIB like the Stratos 12 shines. The inflatable tubes add stability when guests move about, making boarding and beach transfers far more relaxed. Its length and beam handle afternoon wind chop with confidence, while still being nimble enough to tuck into sandbars, waterfront restaurants, or narrow marina fairways. The twin outboards offer the redundancy and punch you want for longer coastal hops or island runs. With its mix of lounging space, secure footing, and quick planing performance, this model is equally at home as a refined yacht tender or as a primary day boat for exploring nearby bays and inlets.