Weaver RBD-100 Dinghy Davits Snap Davits for Inflatable and Hard Bottom Dinghies on Stern Platforms for Sailboats

Weaver RBD-100 Dinghy Davits are a complete, stainless-steel snap-davit system designed to simplify storing and deploying inflatable tenders on your vessel’s stern platform or transom. Built to handle both soft- and hard-bottom inflatables, this kit is ideal for both sail and power boats with a suitable transom. Product Code: RBD100.

Fast, secure, one‑hand operation

With the snap-davit design, you simply roll the tender onto the davit point, lock it, and secure the other gunnel with a line. The davits act as a hinge, letting you swing the dinghy up onto the vessel and lock it in place in seconds—no heavy winches or fiddly straps required. It’s a smooth, reliable process you can perform solo, even when you’re underway or anchored.

Complete kit for easy installation

The RBD-100 ships as a complete davit system with all mounting hardware to attach the unit to both your vessel and the inflatable tender. The durable stainless construction delivers long-lasting performance in saltwater environments, and the design is optimized for swim platforms and transom setups on both sail and power boats.

What’s included and how it’s used

• Two snap davit arms (stainless steel) for secure engagement with the tender
• Two mounting pads that attach to the swim platform or transom
• Two locking brackets and associated hardware to secure the tender once on the davit point
• Complete set of screws, washers, and fasteners needed for mounting

These components work together to provide a simple, fast, and reliable method for lifting a tender from the water to deck level and securing it firmly for transport or storage.

Materials, mounting, and adhesives

For best results, attach the mounting pads to PVC inflatable tenders or Hypalon tenders using the recommended adhesives. Proper bonding is essential for long life and water resistance. Suggested gluing options include Bostik Unigrip 999 PLUS with Desmodur – RFE for PVC inflatables, and Bostik 2402 PLUS with Desmodur – RFE for Hypalon. These adhesives are chosen to maximize bond strength, water exposure resistance, and耐 heat performance for the life of the install.

Specifications and suitability

The Weaver RBD-100 is designed to be mounted on a stern platform or transom and is suitable for both sailing and motor yachts that carry a compatible tender. The item is shipped as a complete kit, with stainless hardware designed to withstand marine environments. NZ Code RBD100J — 15.08.22.

Who this is for

Ideal for sailors and boaters who rely on a dependable, quick-retrieve dinghy system without compromising deck space. If you store a soft- or hard-bottom inflatable dinghy or RIB tender and want an efficient way to launch and secure it, the RBD-100 offers a practical, robust solution that delivers peace of mind on every voyage.

Why choose Weaver

Weaver brings proven marine hardware expertise to your boat, focusing on reliable, purpose-built accessories that integrate smoothly with existing deck layouts. The RBD-100 Dinghy Davits embody that approach: durable stainless construction, straightforward installation, and a user‑friendly operation that saves time and effort whenever you deploy or store your tender.