2023 Northstar Orion 8

This 2023 Northstar Orion 8 is a used rigid inflatable with a GRP hull and inflatable tubes. She measures 7.92 m in length, 2.83 m in beam and draws 0.7 m. A single Mercury Pro XS 300 HP outboard gives a cruising speed of about 23 knots. The fixed fuel tank holds 360 litres, the fresh water tank holds 60 litres, and the brochure states a maximum capacity of 14 guests. The hull has a dark gelcoat, and the tubes are covered in carbon-look fabric.

The self-draining deck has a teak-pattern EVA finish. Facilities include a sundeck, a seat in front of the console, a table system, a swim platform and a boarding ladder. A hard-top with an integrated bimini shades the helm. The console contains a toilet compartment with an electric toilet and holding tank. There is also a 42-litre electric fridge, an Igloo cooler under the helm seat, and a freshwater and shower system.

Equipment includes hydraulic steering, Mercury and Lowrance displays, and an electric windlass with a 5 kg Ultra stainless anchor and 30 m of chain. She also has a telescopic ski tow bar, LED deck and navigation lights, a searchlight, an automatic bilge pump, a fuel-water separator, a fuse panel, USB charging, 25A shore power and an electric inflation pump. The boat is pictured with a Road Master trailer.