Griffon 32

The Griffon Hovercraft seats up to 32 passengers for marine passenger transfer or take a load of up to 2.5 tons. With central seating four abreast, there is easy access to either side with ample head room and space to walk.
The Griffon 2500 has twin diesel engines and is highly manoeuvrable with skirt shift system providing stability. The craft will be available for rental from mid 2011 and is presently undergoing a full refit after contract. You can contact us on 0870 766 9125.

This Griffon Hovercraft allows Meridian Marine Limited to reduce the impact on the environment when access to sites of special scientific interest (SSSI) is required, by reducing the number of trips required when compared to the Tiger 12 hovercraft.

Unladen weight; 6 tonnes
Payload; 2.5 tonnes
Passenger seats; 32
Obstacle clearance; 0.45m
Maximum wind; 25 knots
Length; 14m
Width; 7m
Lifting eyes for craneage

Griffon hovercraft coming in to land Griffon 2500 Hovercraft
Coming in to land using amphibious capability. One of only two commercial hovercraft available for charter with full MCA certification.
Griffon 2500 starboard side Rear side on view of Griffon Hovercraft
Twin diesel engine with full electroncis package. This provides extra manoeuvrability and redundancy for commercial hovercraft operations. Shallow water access where no other vessels can work.
Griffon 2500 front Front side view of Griffon 2500
32 passengers or 2.5 ton load provides extra capacity and excellent sea keeping properties. This reduces the number of trips needed for your hovercraft rental. Can be used for a wide variety of uses including survey and logisitics.

The Griffon Hovercraft can carry up to 32 passengers by land and by sea. Meridian Marine can offer a full hovercraft service from 8 to 32 passengers. We have successfully completed wind farm civil engineering support contracts in support of the Renewables industry. The hovercraft can also be used in a tourist application as a passenger vessel. Contact us on 0870 766 9125