DinghyCastoldi presents spacious Jet Tender 17

Torsten Moench

 · 27.04.2025

Practical bow hatch for "beaching"
Photo: Castoldi
Castoldi presents the Jet Tender 17, a completely redesigned tender that offers more space and comfort than its predecessor.

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The Italian manufacturer Castoldi is expanding its range of tenders with the new Jet Tender 17, a completely newly developed model with more space, improved functionality and greater comfort.

Spacious design with practical details

With a length of 5.20 metres, the Jet Tender 17 offers an unusually large amount of space for a tender of this size. The generous amount of space is the result of an optimised interior layout. Practical details such as a wide tailgate, a large loading area and a bow ramp for landing on the beach increase the utility value. Optional sun canopies are available for the bow and stern to protect against wind and waves.

Jet Tender 17 comes with a powerful drive and robust construction

The dinghy is powered by a 170 hp (125 kW) diesel engine. This is coupled with a Castoldi Turbodrive 224 DA water jet drive. The combination is intended to ensure good manoeuvrability, shallow draught and reliability. The hull is made of Kevlar-reinforced laminate. This construction promises high lateral stability and good ride comfort even in waves.


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Versatile range of applications

According to the manufacturer, the Jet Tender 17 is suitable for use by the crew as well as for the comfortable transport of guests. The versatile equipment and spacious design make the tender a practical all-rounder for various tasks on board a yacht. The new Castoldi Jet Tender 17 is already in production and can be ordered. The manufacturer does not provide information on prices.

About Castoldi

Castoldi is an Italian manufacturer of water jet propulsion systems and dinghies. Founded in 1962, the family-owned company specialises in the development of innovative propulsion systems for the maritime sector. In addition to jet propulsion systems, Castoldi also produces a range of dinghies for yachts.

Technical data of the Jet Tender 17

  • Length: 5,20 m
  • Motorisation: 170 hp (125 kW) diesel engine
  • Drive: Castoldi Turbodrive 224 DA water jet drive
  • Hull materialKevlar-reinforced laminate

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Torsten Moench

Torsten Moench

Editor in Chief BOOTE

Following two technical apprenticeships, Torsten Moench studied electrical engineering at HAW-Hamburg.

This was followed by a traineeship and almost 10 years working as a test and technology editor at Delius-Klasing Verlag. Moench has been editor-in-chief of the leading European motorboat magazine BOOTE since 2003. In his free time, he remains true to his profession and spends a lot of time on his motorboat, which he prefers to take out on the waters of northern Germany and the Baltic Sea. In addition to his work as editor-in-chief, Moench is also a book author.

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