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My dilemma was whether to post this image of a Rigid Inflatable Boat (RIB) into the Pleasure Craft or Special Purpose vessels sub galleries particularly when I saw that it had road wheels fitted to its hull. My initial thoughts were that the wheels were there to avoid the need to launch the boat into the water from a trailer. When I carried out an Internet Search, it became clear that this particular RIB was a fully featured amphibious craft that had a 4 wheel drive system for motoring on land and powered launching. What I also discovered was that a prospective purchaser of the top of the range model is required to have very deep pockets. For anyone interested in such a craft a visit to the Ocean Marine ( who are the builders) Web Site is well worthwhile. I captured this image from the Moat Wall of Calshot Castle Southampton in May 2021 as the RIB was motoring in Southampton Water heading in the direction of the Solent. Once again it proved to me that there is always something fascinating to see and photograph in my favourite field of photography. In the end I decided because of its innovative features and unique design I would post the image in the Special Purpose Vessels sub gallery although I suspect that it would provide enormous pleasure to any one fortunate to be able to own one of these remarkable craft.