Arksen 10.8 Custom Trophy

Arksen Custom 10.8 – Flagship Performance D-RIB

The Arksen Custom 10.8 is a high-performance D-RIB developed by the Arksen Custom Projects team as a flagship showcase. She combines elegant styling with commercial-grade engineering. As a result, she suits both luxury day boating and superyacht chase duties. Arksen built the 10.8 on a proven offshore deep-V stepped hull with a commercial-grade GRP laminate. High bulwarks and a D-section Hypalon collar create a deep, secure cockpit. Twin Suzuki DF325 outboards deliver smooth, powerful performance. Drive-by-wire controls, joystick steering, and Humphree ride control ensure confident handling and precise manoeuvring.

The deck layout supports relaxed socialising. A U-shaped aft lounge converts to a sunbed, while bow seating adds usable space forward. A wet bar with fridge and optional BBQ enhances day boating. Esthec decking, Spradling upholstery, and a T-Top with integrated lighting create a refined, modern feel. Lockable storage is generous throughout. An electric anchor windlass simplifies anchoring. A well-finished WC sits inside the console. Raymarine navigation, Fusion audio, shore power, and digital switching complete the specification.

With her role as a showpiece complete, this Arksen Custom 10.8 is now ready for her first owner.

Construction

Arksen offshore deep-V stepped hull with commercial-grade GRP laminate, derived from law-enforcement and defence craft
Asymmetric hull and deck layout with wide port walkway and offset starboard console
D-Section Black Carbon ORCA 866 Hypalon collar with heavy-duty rubbing strake
High bulwarks creating a deep, safe cockpit and increased hull rigidity
Two-colour gelcoat finish: light grey topsides over white hull
Precision fit-out throughout, including behind-the-scenes detailing
Esthec marine decking throughout with custom hexagonal motif
Swim platforms with stainless-steel boarding ladder

Machinery

Twin Suzuki DF325A four-stroke Lean Burn outboard engines
Stainless steel dual propellers
Drive-by-wire electronic throttle and gear control
First engine service completed prior to delivery

Electrics

Shore power 230V system connected to Mastervolt power management
Yachtsense digital switching system
USB waterproof charging sockets
Scanstrut ROKK wireless phone charger/holder at helm
Scanstrut ATMOS in-built air station for collar and water toy inflation
LED deck-level courtesy lighting
LED light bar integrated into T-Top
Underside mood lighting beneath T-Top fabric panels

Tankage

2 × 300-litre aluminium fuel tanks
Freshwater system with pressurised supply
73-litre holding tank for WC system

Accommodation

Luxuriously appointed WC compartment housed within the console pod
1.68m headroom within WC
Forward seating area with sunbed configuration
Console front seating nook
Large U-shaped aft seating area with stowable dining table
Aft cockpit seating convertible to additional sunbed

Domestic

Freshwater sink within WC compartment
Freshwater flush toilet with holding tank
Pressurised transom shower
Wet bar with sink and ice bucket
Large drawer refrigerator
Optional Kenyon BBQ grill

Deck

Large sociable aft cockpit with U-shaped seating
Large open bow with deep, secure cockpit seating and sunbed
Large lockable aft storage lockers with gas-strut assisted hatches
Large bow locker with moulded liner and access to electric windlass
Electric anchor windlass with polished stainless-steel anchor
Pop-up cleats by i-Carbon
Access steps moulded into aft cockpit bulwarks and bow
A-frame tow point fabricated in 3” black powder-coated aluminium
Handrails throughout in black powder-coated aluminium
T-Top with large-gauge powder-coated aluminium frame, canvas and composite roof
Double Bentley-stitched fabric ceiling panels with hexagon motif

Navigation

Raymarine Axiom Plus XL 19” multifunction touchscreen display
Raymarine Quantum Q24 radome radar
Augmented Reality camera system
Raymarine VHF radio
AIS black box
Lopolight slimline navigation lights integrated into T-Top frame

Safety

Deep, secure cockpit formed by high bulwarks and D-section collar
Confidence-inspiring hull proven in commercial, defence and law-enforcement service
Dometic Optimus 360 electronic power steering with joystick control
Humphree Interceptor automated trim tab and ride-control system
Electronic Suzuki Precision Controls for intuitive manoeuvring
Heated pilot and co-pilot sports seats with WBV shock-mitigation bases and fold-up bolsters