Brig is a leading manufacturer of rigid-hull inflatable boats. As the factory is located in Kharkiv, in north-east Ukraine, the shipyard is affected by the Russian war of aggression. Importer Dominic Stockmann reports damage that also affected the CNC milling machine, although a replacement has already been installed. The locations have been distributed across as many sites as possible and production is continuing with limited quantities. There are currently three series with 14 models in the programme. The range extends from the small yacht tender to the flagship Eagle 10.
The Eagle 6.7 is positioned in the upper middle class. Even with the maximum engine, you remain well below the 2-tonne limit with a trailer and can therefore tow the boat with many vehicles to the area of your choice. For the Brig Eagle 6.7, you need to save up 34,850 euros, plus the engine, assembly and any extras you want. The boats are generally offered with PVC hoses, Hypalon is available on request. Five air chambers ensure a high level of safety. Thanks to CE category B certification, operation with up to eleven people is also possible outside coastal waters.
Layout and equipment
A bathing platform is installed aft, which is interrupted by the engine. Unfortunately, the bathing ladder is one of the indispensable options. The way into the cockpit is via the backrest of the bench seat in the stern or GRP steps on both sides, whereby the standard water ski and equipment mast can be used as a holding point.
It's spacious on board. Thanks to the asymmetrical console, there is a wide passageway to the bow on the port side. There is an upholstered seat at the front and an upholstered seat with backrest in front of the console. An optional cushion closes the gap, creating a sun lounger. The console has a high acrylic glass windscreen surrounded by a sturdy stainless steel frame that serves as a grab handle. The skipper and a co-driver sit on a stand-up seat, which has a folding table at the back for the rear bench seat. A compass and engine instruments are standard equipment, while the Garmin navigation package is included as well as hydraulic steering and a 45-litre fresh water tank with stern shower.
Brig Eagle 6.7 proves itself on Lake Constance
As the test boat was configured for operation on Lake Constance, a high-torque Yamaha V MAX SHO 90 is bolted to the transom. Outboards with up to 165 kW (225 hp) are permitted as the maximum motorisation. The shipyard recommends 110 kW (150 hp). Despite the moderate engine power, a stable planing speed of 13.9 knots from a standstill at 3500 rpm was achieved in five seconds. The top speed of 25 kn was reached after 14 seconds at 5500 rpm.
Overall good performance, although the factory recommendation is a better choice in other areas. Thanks to the 191-litre tank, ranges of 188 nautical miles are possible at planing speed after deducting the 15 percent reserve. At 12 litres per hour, the Yamaha proved to be frugal here. Those who prefer a faster pace can reach a cruising speed of 20 knots at 4500 rpm, with 21 litres leaving the tank every hour.
Manoeuvring works with a diameter of 1.8 boat lengths in all directions, fast circles can also be made in small spaces with a diameter of three boat lengths. If you don't try to manoeuvre at full throttle, you will be rewarded with little cavitation. Overall, the test combination provides a very safe ride, even in waves, which we were able to cross behind the Lake Constance ferries.
Technical details
The boat
- Shipyard: Brig/UA
- Type: Eagle 6.7
- CE category: B/11
- Hull and deck: GRP/PVC
- Length over everything: 6,70 m
- Width: 2,55 m
- Depth: 0,35 m
- Clearance height: 1,60 m
- Unladen weight (o. M.): 780 kg
- Fuel tank: 191 l
- Water tank: 45 l
- Air chambers: 5
- Hose diameter: 0,55 m
- Sunbed foredeck: 1.95 x 0.95 m
- Max. motorisation: 165 kW (225 hp)
- Price (without motor): 34 850 €
- Distribution: Performance RIBs GmbH, Claude-Dornier-Straße 20, 78467 Constance
- Further information: www.performance-ribs.de
The motor
- Manufacturer: Yamaha
- Type: V MAX SHO 90
- Performance: 66.2 kW (90 hp)
- Full load speed: 5000-6000 rpm
- Cylinder: 4R
- cubic capacity: 1832 cc
- Alternator: 12 V/35 A
- Fuel: Petrol
- Test propeller: 3-blade aluminium 13 1/8 x 17 "
Measurement results
Our test judgement
Driving & manoeuvring
- + Rough water properties
- + Manoeuvrability
Processing & technology
- + Material and workmanship
- + Material of the components
Security
- + handles, five air chambers
- - No stopcock, bathing ladder not standard
Comfort on board
- + spacious layout
- + comfortable upholstery
Conclusion on the Brig Eagle 6.7
The Brig Eagle 6.7 is a seaworthy rigid-hull inflatable boat with good workmanship and solid handling characteristics. Thanks to its low weight and plenty of space, it is ideal for transporting as a family boat to your holiday destination or home waters. It is also available with Hypalon tubes on request.
