True Kit Discovery - Inflatable Catamaran Landing Craft

$1,900.00
Size: 2.8m
Colour: CoolGrey
  • 5 Year Warranty
  • Dispatched in 1-3 Days
  • Direct From True Kit to you.

Pickup available at True Kit USA

Usually ready in 2-4 days

Shipping

All standard orders are prepared and dispatched within 1-3 working days. We aim to ship all US orders from our brand new base in Ft Lauderdale when inventory allows - otherwise it will come from our New Zealand HQ.

Our door-to-door shipping will bring your order straight to your doorstep. Regardless of where your order is shipped from, delivery typically ranges from 5-14 days.

Customs & Fees

All orders from outside the US will incur standard customs duties and fees upon arrival in your country. Our shipment providers will assist with customs clearance and collection of duties. Please ensure you are available for communications during this shipping time.

For more help or information, contact us.

THE DISCOVERY ADVANTAGE

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catamaran efficiency
True Kit aluminium transom
aluminium transom
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lightweight
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PORTABLE
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thermo-welded seams
Railblaza Ribports icon
railblaza fittings
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valmex fabric
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catamaran stability
catamaran efficiency

True Kit inflatable catamaran's have a hull that has significantly less drag than a typical deep-v hull. This efficiency allows owners to have the option to use much smaller, lighter, more affordable outboard engines. You need less horsepower to enjoy a thrilling ride.

This also makes it the perfect boat for a small electric outboard - maximizing the the range and spee

True Kit Discovery Landing craft inflatable catamaran
aluminium transom

The transom is the transfer unit between the outboard engine and the boat. We have created an incredibly stiff, lightweight aluminium transom using unique design and quality materials. The triple fold provides strength and direct power transfer from the engine to the boat while also being very light. The whole transom is finished to super yacht level with the AkzoNobel powercoat system.

Line drawing of True Kit aluminium transom
lightweight

We strive to keep the weight out of our inflatable boat range to make our dinghies manageable by anyone. Carrying and rowing these boats is a breeze, and for our larger designs we have our exclusive QuickLok Dingy Launching Wheels. 

Whether you are using your True Kit as a tender and need to pull it onboard the mothership, or your True Kit is the water-going extension of your caravan, keeping it light is critical. The secret is in our thermo-welded seams and superior fabrics, which help us to remove all unnecessary weight from the boat.

True Kit Navigator - lightweight tender being carried by one person
PORTABLE

At True Kit, our inflatable boats are designed to be packed down and travelled with easily. We use the finest German-made fabrics that are flexible and durable to be folded and unfolded again and again.

Because our boats are so portable, they can be launched from more remote areas of lakes and waterways - giving you the best experience on the water.

True Kit inflatables are easily handled in the bag - they are so portable
thermo-welded seams

The seam can be an inflatable boat's Achilles Heel - or the strongest part.  We choose to thermo-weld the seams on our boats  to create the strongest bond possible (a permanent mechanical bond).  A welded seam on a True Kit inflatable actually becomes stronger than the fabric itself. Don't settle for glued seams.

Thermo welded seams on a True Kit inflatable boat
railblaza fittings

True Kit partner with Railblaza to bring you the Ribports installed on the tubes of every True Kit. You can clip in oars, rod holders, lights and many other fittings into these ports.

Oar in Ribports on True Kit inflatables
valmex fabric

Quality and durability were uppermost in our minds when we were choosing the materials for the True Kit range.  After extensive research and testing we chose the world’s leading, premium fabric for inflatable boats - Valmex® by Mehler Germany. 

•Mehler has over 60 years’ experience in the development of textiles

•Mehler uses the most advanced technology to ensure their high quality, German made textiles are longer lasting

•The Valmex® fabric demonstrates superior flexibility, elasticity, airtightness and resistance against mechanical damage and UV

•Valmex® is recyclable

•Manufactured in Germany under the internationally recognised standard of quality: ISO 9001:2008

Thermo-welding inflatable boat seams
catamaran stability

Experience what we call "stand up stability". The nature of inflatable catamarans means all the buoyancy is on the outside. This provides an incredibly stable platform for stepping in and out of the dinghy.

True Kit boats - so stable you can stand up in them
inflatable catamaran landing craft - True Kit Discovery
Our world leading inflatable catamaran will tick all the boxes for your needs. These boats are "adventure ready".
QuickLok Removable Dinghy Transom Wheels | True Kit
Let our QuickLok Dinghy Wheels help you transport your boat easily over beaches or up and down the boat ramp. Clip them on or off in seconds for supreme convenience.
Bridle Handle for Discovery | True Kit
Our hand-made Bridle Bow Handles make pulling the Discovery along the beach a breeze. The also make a perfect towing and anchoring point.
Railblaza Sideports - True Kit
Enjoy the versatile Railblaza Sideports installed in our workshop. Use for clipping in Rod Holders, Navigation Lights, Cup Holders or any Railblaza fitting.
inflatable catamaran landing craft - True Kit Discovery
QuickLok Removable Dinghy Transom Wheels | True Kit
Bridle Handle for Discovery | True Kit
Railblaza Sideports - True Kit
The Discovery Package
Experience the perfect True Kit Discovery set-up, with all the accessories you will need.
INCLUDES -
  • True Kit Discovery - Inflatable Catamaran Landing Craft
  • QuickLok Dinghy Launching Wheels - Workshop Installed
  • Bridle Handle for Discovery
  • Railblaza Sideports - Workshop Installation

Choose between the True Kit Discoverys

Compare between the different sizes of our Discovery inflatable catamaran range
Models
Model
True Kit Discovery 280
discovery 280
Model
True Kit Discovery
discovery 330
Model
True Kit Discovery
discovery 400
Colour Options
Colour Options
Colour Options
Colour Options
Performance
Performance
length
9'2"/280cm
weight
68lbs/31kg
packed-down

Boat Bag

(39" x 26" x 14")

100cm x 65cm x 35cm

beam
59"/150cm
max outboard
8
Performance
length
10'9"/330cm
weight
79lbs/36kg
packed-down

Boat Bag

(41" x 27" x 14")

105cm x 70cm x 35cm

beam
65"/165cm
max outboard
15
Performance
length
13'1"/400cm
weight
99lbs/45kg
packed-down

Boat Bag

(41" x 27" x 16")

105cm x 70cm x 40cm

beam
71"/180cm
max outboard
20
Additional Specs
Capacity
794lbs/360kg
Seats Supplied
1 (1 seat position)
Inside Beam
24"/60cm
Tube Diameter
18"/46cm
Transom Spec
Aluminium
Scupper System
Shutoff Value
Floor
High Pressure Air
Air Chambers
4+1
Shaft Length
Short
Capacity
1100lbs/500kg
Seats Supplied
2
Inside Beam
27"/69cm
Tube Diameter
19"/48cm
Transom Spec
Aluminium
Scupper System
RapidDrain
Floor
High Pressure Air
Air Chambers
4+1
Shaft Length
Short
Capacity
1543lbs/700kg
Seats Supplied
2
Inside Beam
30"/76cm
Tube Diameter
20"/50cm
Transom Spec
Aluminium
Scupper System
RapidDrain
Floor
High Pressure Air
Air Chambers
4+1
Shaft Length
Short
Warranty

We offer a 5 year limited warranty on new boats.  Warranty terms can be found in the Warranty page on our website True Kit Warranty. Boats built with Valmex® 20 years ago can still be seen zipping around demonstrating exceptionally long life expectancy.

True Kit Discovery lines drawing with features

It has that joy-ride, hair-in-the-wind experience that leaves you wanting to get out in the boat all the time.

KEY COMPONENTS IN EVERY TRUE KIT

Premium Valmex® fabric

Dedicated to true quality, we only use German-made UV-resistant Valmex®.

Precision thermo-welded seams

Welded, not glued, creating an unbreakable bond built to outperform and outlast the competition.

Ultra rigid AirDeck

High pressure air deck with thermo-welded seams - providing that important rigidity to your True Kit.

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Direct From True Kit
5 Year Warrenty
5 Year Warranty
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Dispatched in 1-3 Days

Enjoy a seamless purchase experience with True Kit Direct. With our new base in Ft. Lauderdale, we offer expert advice, lower prices, and a closer connection to the brand. Our direct-to-customer approach ensures personalized service and exclusive benefits, enhancing your buying experience.

We stand behind the quality and durability of our inflatable catamarans because all our boats go through a rigorous testing protocol. That's why we offer an industry-leading 5-year warranty on all our boats. Enjoy long-term peace of mind with every purchase, knowing that your True Kit is built to last and protected by our comprehensive warranty coverage.

At True Kit, we commit to shipping your order in 1-3 business days. You will receive tracking notifications as soon as your order is on its way. We aim to ship all US orders from our new base in Ft. Lauderdale. However, until we have full inventory, some orders may still be shipped from our New Zealand headquarters. Shipping times are 5-10 days from Florida, and 10-14 days from New Zealand.

PERFECT FOR ALL LIFESTYLES

WHY WE'RE DIFFERENT

Our commitment to producing outstanding inflatable boats has created the head-turning True Kit Discovery, which is clearly no ordinary inflatable boat. 

True Kit conducted extensive sea trials of the landing craft bow to ensure that it was capable of handling rough conditions
Unlike a conventional bow, this design ensures that swimmers can exit and return to the boat easily. The bow shape also makes boarding from your yacht, launch or the dock much safer
We have created an incredibly stiff, lightweight structure using unique shapes and quality materials. The triple fold provides strength and direct power transfer from the engine to the boat while also being very light.

WANT TO KNOW MORE?

What's in the box?

With your Discovery, you'll get:
Boat
Floor
Aluminium Seat
2-piece Aluminium Oar Set
Boat Bags
True Kit Bravo Hand Pump
Repair Kit

Is it ok to fold and unfold the boat multiple times?

Yes. We specifically designed our entire True Kit range with folding the boats up in mind.  This is one of the reasons we use the highest quality fabrics and construction available. Cheaper fabrics lose their flexibility and durability over time compared to Valmex® which maintains its suppleness over years of use.

What is the difference between the Navigator and Discovery Models?

Both boats share exactly the same materials and construction methods. The designs also share a similar catamaran platform which offers superior stability and performance when compared to conventionally designed inflatables. The main difference is in the bow section. The Navigator is primarily designed for yacht tender purposes and has a high volume tube running all the way around the bow. This means you can load the dinghy up with more people and gear and have them close to the bow. The Discovery has parallel tubes which are tapered towards the bow. This creates less volume in the bow area which increases performance and also allows the bow to be pushed close to the water when weight is placed there.

What guarantee do you offer?

We offer a 5 year limited warranty on new boats.  Warranty terms can be found in the Warranty page on our website True Kit Warranty. Boats built with Valmex® 20 years ago can still be seen zipping around demonstrating exceptionally long life expectancy.

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TRUE KIT REVIEWS

Customer Reviews

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Timothy Doyle
Landing craft

so far so good, everything I thought would be, is. Purchased on a whim as I had other choices but True Kit appears to be what my research taught me, a good decision.

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Gavin Finley
A rugged lightweight, inflatable,

This is the best inflatable on the market,. It is well designed for serious exploration and the rugged German Valmex is on a par with Hypalon which I had on my 3.4 M. Avon RIB I owned forty years ago. The catamaran hulls and hard flat landing craft bottom make this a lower cost lightweight replacement for the RIB and it handles the chop well. Being light I can trundle it across the beach to the Gulf, ditto for the light 5 HP Honda outboard,. Then on cal mornings I can be out 100 yards, anchored over the sandbar, casting on either side to catch pompano coming down in the tide. Also looking forward to taking my grandsons boat camping on the primitive camping areas on the barrier islands. The people at TrueKit were quick to be at your side after ordering online, knowledgeable,, and friendly to talk with.

I am extremely pleased with this New Zealand based outfitter. They are not just selling you a product. They are with you on your journey.

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G.R.

Awesome kit. Recommended

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Matthew Daubner
Discovery 3.3

Awesome boat. Really good design. Took it down to Sea of Cortez in Mexico and had an absolute blast launching from little remote beaches. Thanks guys you rule

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Joshua R.
Excellent product, excellent service

The product is as exceptional as the customer service! My first Truekit Discovery Inflatable Catamaran Landing Craft unfortunately arrived damaged during shipping. I reached out to customer service via email and was pleasantly surprised to receive a call almost immediately. The representative was incredibly helpful, promptly providing a return shipping label and ensuring a replacement hull was shipped to me within a week. Their efficiency and professionalism turned what could have been a frustrating experience into a seamless resolution. Highly impressed!