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# Halmatic Arctic 22 Offshore RIB

## 200hp Mercury 2.5 V6 Offshore – Fully Sorted & Ready To Go

A very reluctant sale of my Halmatic Arctic 22, a serious offshore-capable RIB with extensive recent refurbishment and upgrading carried out to create a reliable, capable and extremely usable boat.

Powered by the highly sought-after 1998 Mercury 200hp 2.5-litre V6 Offshore two-stroke, this is an increasingly rare engine known for its raw power, mechanical simplicity, reliability and fantastic sound.

The Halmatic Arctic hull is legendary for its offshore capability and sea-keeping. These boats were widely used in commercial, rescue and lifeboat roles and are renowned for their strength, stability and confidence-inspiring ride in rough conditions.

This is not a polished marina princess — it’s a genuine offshore-capable machine with huge character and presence.

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# Specification

| Item | Detail |
| -------------- | ----------------------------------------- |
| Model | Halmatic Arctic 22 |
| Length Overall | 6.71m (22ft) |
| Beam | 2.13m |
| Hull Type | Deep V Offshore Hull |
| Hull Material | GRP Hull + Hypalon Tubes |
| Engine | Mercury 200hp 2.5L V6 Offshore Two-Stroke |
| Engine Year | 1998 |
| Top Speed | Approx. 40 knots |
| Fuel Type | Petrol |
| Trailer | Superspeed 1500kg Trailer Included |

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# Extensive Recent Works & Upgrades

Significant recent expenditure including:

* Full engine servicing
* Carburettors rebuilt and cleaned
* New spark plugs
* New steering cable
* Major electrical refurbishment
* New VHF radio installation
* New aerial installation
* Chart plotter integration
* Navigation lights
* Twin 110Ah batteries
* Tube refurbishment
* New patches where required
* New handrails
* Trailer wheel bearings fully replaced
* General refurbishment and improvement works throughout

A large amount of money has been spent getting the boat mechanically dependable and ready to use properly.

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# Electronics & Equipment

* Chart plotter / GPS system
* Garmin Echo fishfinder
* Cobra Marine VHF radio
* New aerial system
* Navigation lights
* Twin battery setup
* Anchor, chain and rope
* Manual windlass
* Pilot and co-pilot seating
* Fishing rod holders
* Trailer lightboard

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# Trailer

Included is the Superspeed 1500kg trailer complete with:

* Winch
* Jockey wheel
* Hitch
* Lightboard
* Newly replaced wheel bearings

Trailer tows well and is ready to go.

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# Performance

The Mercury 200 V6 Offshore gives the boat outstanding performance with approximately 40-knot capability depending on load and conditions.

The boat feels incredibly secure offshore and handles rough water exceptionally well thanks to the proven Halmatic hull design.

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# Condition

The boat presents very well overall for its age and is in strong usable condition.

It is not a brand-new show boat, but it is an honest, properly sorted offshore RIB with major recent expenditure already completed.

A huge amount of work has already been done, allowing the next owner simply to use and enjoy it.

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# Summary

A rare opportunity to purchase a genuinely capable offshore RIB with one of the great classic Mercury two-stroke offshore engines.

Massive character, fantastic sea-keeping ability and serious offshore capability.

Ready for the season and ready to go immediately.

Serious enquiries only please.

Specifications

Accommodation

This Halmatic Arctic 22 has undergone extensive refurbishment, upgrading and professional maintenance works to create a very capable, dependable and well-sorted offshore RIB ready for immediate use.

A large amount of recent expenditure has been invested into both the mechanical and electrical systems of the boat, together with improvements to the tubes, trailer and onboard equipment. The boat has benefited from professional servicing and refurbishment works throughout and has wanted for nothing during ownership.

The highly sought-after Mercury 200hp 2.5-litre V6 Offshore engine has been fully serviced, including carburettor rebuild and cleaning, new spark plugs, engine testing and associated mechanical works. The steering cable has also been replaced, significantly improving handling and reliability.

The electrical systems onboard have undergone major refurbishment with new wiring work, new VHF installation, new aerial system, chart plotter integration, navigation lighting and upgraded twin 110Ah battery setup.

The Hypalon tubes have also benefited from refurbishment works including professional repairs, new patches where required and general improvement works, leaving the boat presenting very well overall while retaining the rugged offshore character these boats are known for.

The trailer has similarly received significant attention, including replacement wheel bearings and associated servicing works to ensure reliable towing and transport.

The end result is a genuinely capable offshore RIB that combines classic Halmatic sea-keeping ability with substantial recent mechanical, electrical and cosmetic improvements, creating a boat that is ready to be used and enjoyed immediately rather than requiring ongoing restoration work.

Construction

The Halmatic Arctic 22 is built around a heavy-duty deep-V GRP hull design developed specifically for offshore capability, stability and reliability in demanding sea conditions. Halmatic boats earned an excellent reputation through commercial, rescue and military applications, with many Arctic hulls being used in lifeboat and offshore support roles due to their strength and exceptional sea-keeping ability.

The hull construction is substantially heavier and more robust than many modern lightweight leisure RIBs, giving the boat a very solid and confidence-inspiring feel at sea. The deep-V configuration provides an excellent ride in rougher water, helping the boat cut cleanly through chop while maintaining good directional stability and predictable handling offshore.

The boat features GRP construction with Hypalon tubes, a combination widely regarded as one of the best materials for serious offshore RIB use due to Hypalon’s durability, UV resistance and longevity compared with cheaper PVC alternatives.

The Arctic 22 hull is particularly well known for:

* excellent offshore handling,
* strong rough-water capability,
* dry and secure ride characteristics,
* high structural strength,
* and dependable performance in challenging sea conditions.

Combined with the Mercury 200hp Offshore V6, the package delivers a very capable offshore RIB with genuine performance and a huge amount of character.

Equipment

# Equipment & Specification

The boat comes extremely well equipped and has benefited from substantial recent upgrading and refurbishment works throughout.

## Navigation & Electronics

* Chart plotter / GPS system
* Garmin Echo fishfinder
* Cobra Marine VHF radio
* New VHF aerial installation
* Integrated chart plotter and radio setup
* Navigation lights (newly installed)
* Twin 110Ah battery setup
* Major electrical refurbishment and rewiring works

## Engine & Mechanical

* Mercury 200hp 2.5-litre V6 Offshore two-stroke
* Full engine servicing carried out
* Carburettors rebuilt and cleaned
* New spark plugs fitted
* Engine tested and run up
* New steering cable installed

## Hull & Deck Equipment

* Heavy-duty Halmatic Arctic 22 deep-V offshore hull
* Grey Hypalon tubes
* Professionally refurbished tube sections
* Tube repairs and new patches where required
* New handrails fitted
* Pilot and co-pilot seating
* Fishing rod holders
* Manual windlass
* Anchor, chain and rope
* Offshore-capable GRP hull construction

## Trailer

* Superspeed 1500kg trailer
* Jockey wheel
* Winch
* Hitch
* Lightboard
* Trailer wheel bearings recently replaced

## General

A huge amount of money and work has gone into this boat mechanically, electrically and cosmetically to make it a dependable and highly capable offshore RIB ready to use immediately.

Navigation Equipment

# Navigation & Safety Equipment

The boat is fitted with a strong range of navigation and offshore safety equipment including professionally installed electronics and upgraded electrical systems.

Equipment includes:

* Chart plotter / GPS navigation system
* Garmin Echo fishfinder
* Cobra Marine VHF radio
* Newly installed VHF aerial system
* Integrated navigation electronics setup
* Newly fitted navigation lights
* Twin 110Ah battery system
* Professionally upgraded electrical wiring and connections
* Manual windlass
* Anchor, chain and rope setup
* Offshore-capable communication and navigation equipment

The electronics and electrical systems have undergone substantial recent refurbishment works to improve reliability and usability offshore.

Engine(s)

The boat is powered by the highly sought-after Mercury 200hp 2.5-litre V6 Offshore two-stroke engine, widely regarded as one of the great classic offshore outboards from the late 1990s. Known for its raw power, reliability, simplicity and unmistakable sound, these engines have become increasingly desirable amongst offshore and performance boating enthusiasts.

This particular engine has benefited from substantial recent maintenance and refurbishment works including full servicing, carburettor rebuild and cleaning, new spark plugs, engine run-up and testing, together with associated electrical upgrades carried out throughout the boat. The steering cable has also been replaced, improving overall handling and reliability.

The engine starts, runs and performs very well, delivering strong acceleration and excellent offshore performance, with the boat capable of approximately 40 knots depending on load and conditions.

Unlike many modern electronically complex engines, the Mercury 2.5 Offshore remains highly regarded for its mechanical simplicity, ease of maintenance and dependable offshore capability.

Safety Equipment

# Safety & Auxiliary Equipment

The boat is equipped with a range of offshore safety and support equipment including:

* Cobra Marine VHF radio
* Newly installed VHF aerial system
* Navigation lights
* Anchor, chain and rope
* Manual windlass
* Deep-V offshore hull with excellent sea-keeping ability
* Heavy-duty Hypalon tube construction
* Twin 110Ah battery setup
* Offshore-capable navigation electronics
* Auxiliary engine included with the boat
* Trailer lightboard
* Strong commercial-grade hull construction originally designed for demanding offshore conditions

The Halmatic Arctic 22 design is widely respected for its safety, stability and offshore capability, with many similar hulls historically used in rescue, commercial and lifeboat applications.

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