GALA VIKING V500H

Overview

VIKING V500 ORCA Hypalon tube

Introducing the VIKING V500 from GALA, a robust addition to our aluminum hull cruising RIB series designed for heavy sea conditions and high waves.

This 5-meter (16’5’’) marvel, powered by a 100HP engine, boasts a unique 4-units cockpit configuration, making it the smallest RIB of its kind on the market.

Key features include:

Bow locker with cushion and seat back,
Aluminum welded steering console with front seat,
Aluminum captain seat with two storage compartments, three handrails, and foldable seating,
Spacious rear seating with foldable seat back and ample rear storage,
Two rear walking platforms with a motor well for added comfort and safety.

Opt for our distinctive optional features like the Original GALA T-top with aerodynamically profiled framing or the heavy-duty welded towing arch equipped with mooring cleats and a waterski towing post. These additions elevate your experience, whether for watersports, family cruising, or navigating rough waters with ease.

Customize your VIKING V500 with a choice of tube materials: durable HYPALON or VALMEX, available in a range of colors and showcasing GALA’s signature styling.

Standard Features

Deep-V, powder-coated aluminum hull with motor well and rear compartment
«GALA TABS» transom system
Steering console C-04 with windshield, railing, front seat and seat back, steering system with wheel and cable
Driver seat S-04 with soft seat, folding back and roomy storage
Spacious bow locker with soft cushion
4 lifting eyes and 3 towing bow eyes
Bow handle and 10 safety grab handles
Soft curved 5-chamber Valmex or Hypalon buoyancy tube with rounded bow
Overpressure valve
Tough rubbing strake with splash guard
One-way drain system with plug
Two paddles, high-efficiency foot pump
Repair kit and manual

Optional Equipment

Bow step plate with cleat, roller and soft seat back
Fuel system with 75L tank, filler, fuel send and fuel gauge
Electric package (includes navigation lights, bilge pump, horn, battery switch etc)
Towing arch w/ 2 cleats & tow eye.
T-top with top mounting plate
Overall cover
Console cover
Seat cover
Heavy 1400 g/sq.m PVC fabric upgrade
Tube protector package
SEADECK decking upgrade
SILVERTEX upholstery upgrade
Mechanical steering system with steering cable
Hydraulic steering system
Steering wheel GALA Deluxe GRAY
Waterski towing arch with 2 mooring cleats

SPECIFICATIONS

Length overall	500 cm / 16’5″
Length inside	350 cm / 11’6″
Width overall	215 cm / 7’1″
Width inside	111 cm / 3’8″
Tube Diameter	52 cm / 20″
Bare boat weight	281 kg / 618 lbs
Loading capacity	1000 kg / 2200 lbs
Passenger capacity	9
Number of chambers	5
Engine recommended	80 HP
Engine MAX	100 HP
Engine weight MAX	180 kg / 396 lbs
Engine shaft length	20″ (long)
Aluminum hull thickness	4 mm / 1/6″
Boat design category	C

Specification

Length overall	5 m
Beam	2,15 m
Deadrise at transom	-
Draft	-
Transform height	508 mm (L)
Hull material	Aluminum
Hull thickness	4 mm / 1/6″
Boat weight	281 kg
Max weight capacity	1000 kg
Engine	100 HP
Fuel tanks	-
Livewell	-
Persons	9
Road storage	-