The Bark inflatable boat has been manufactured for over 15 years. The manufacturer during this period proved to be a direct competitor to the leaders of this segment. The company has over 40 types of PVC boats and related equipment. A distinctive feature of these watercraft is the presence of a batch number and a person responsible for the manual assembly of a particular specimen, which leads to high quality products. The assortment of the company offers a wide variety of options - from the “single” to eight-seater mini-ships with 30 horsepower engines.
Design Features
Inflatable boats "Bark" are designed with a view to stable retention during operation.
Distinctive features:
- Inflatable balloons have different diameters, depending on the parameters of the vessel, their design allows you to reliably keep the floating means on the water.
- Air tanks are made of high-quality polyvinyl chloride, which has low weight and high strength.
- At the edges, the material is joined using special glue, followed by heat welding. Additionally, the seams are reinforced with PVC strips, providing heavy-duty joining.
- If one cylinder is damaged, the boat does not roll, it is kept afloat by the rest of the elements.
- An important point in the design of the Bark boat is a sharp nose, which allows you to quickly and comfortably maneuver in difficult terrain. In addition, this feature protects against overturning in strong headwinds, unlike analogues with a rounded or blunt nose.
- In the manufacture of the product, the standard ratio is observed (vessel width = half length). Increasing the width in proportion to the length allows you to increase the capacity and carrying capacity of the boat.
Other characteristics
The bottom of the Bark boat is reinforced with a removable cover. The package includes:
- Water pump.
- Rowing oars.
- Repair kit.
- Awnings of different configurations.
- Mounted transom.
- Cast iron anchor.
- Life jackets.
- Padded seats with backpacks.
- Other equipment at the request of the customer.
The Bark boat, the photo of which is given above, is distinguished by the simplicity of assembly, transportation and storage. The current repair of the product is available to perform independently using a standard repair kit.
Model CN-250
This modification is a rowing PVC boat 2.5 meters long. It is equipped with two airtight compartments for things. The vessel's carrying capacity is 250 kilograms, with a side diameter of 360 mm and a mass of 22 kg.
High quality material does not fade in the sun and does not deteriorate in salt water. The cylinders are quite large, a transom is provided for an outboard motor with a power of up to 2.5 horsepower. Collapsible oars are made of aluminum alloy, oarlocks are combined, rotating type. The package includes a rail, pump, seat, repair kit, packing bag. The rigidity of the structure is ensured with the help of rack flooring. The option under consideration is optimally suited for fishing. The cost of the model varies within 15 thousand rubles.
Modification B-270
This model is more suitable for boating. The boat is reliable and durable, designed for ponds of the second level of difficulty or less. Its operation is not recommended in areas with sticking sharp stones, deep holes or steep rapids.
This version of the Bark boat, reviews of which are given below, has a hull made of reinforced PVC material. Its length is 2.7 meters with a width of 1.4 m. The mass of the vessel is only 23 kilograms with a side diameter of 380 mm. The boat can withstand a load of two passengers up to 300 kilograms. Additional equipment of the boat is anti-slip rack flooring. Collapsible oars are 1400 millimeters in length, made of plastic and aluminum, like modern rotary oarlocks. The lifeline is made of braided wire rope. Due to its low weight, durable material, and convenient oars, the vessel maneuvers perfectly, has excellent stability and remains on the move in case of damage to the elements of one of the cylinders. The price of the model is from 55 thousand rubles.
PVC boat Bark: reviews
The considered floating vehicle from Ukrainian manufacturers among the users receives mostly positive feedback. Of the advantages, the owners note such moments:
- Great design.
- Excellent maneuverability in difficult conditions (on overgrown areas, in winter, with strong winds).
- Strength of material and reliability of joints.
- A decent indicator of carrying capacity.
- Possibility of mounting an outboard motor.
The disadvantages of this floating tool are practically not observed. Some users complain about the high price, however, taking into account the quality of the product, this is a reasonable price. Moreover, among a wide range you can choose the option cheaper and less, which does not affect the quality.